Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Lower Hutt travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lower Hutt

With a population of 101 194, Lower Hutt is a must-see destination in Wellington, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lower Hutt has to offer.

When to visit Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt in October
Estimated hotel price
RM 237
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in October
Estimated hotel price
RM 237
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lower Hutt

Plane

When flying to Lower Hutt, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 16 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 16h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Lower Hutt is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 319 km from Lower Hutt. You’ll find branches of New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and EZU Car Rental, among others, in Christchurch.

Plane

When flying to Lower Hutt, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 16 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 16h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Lower Hutt is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 319 km from Lower Hutt. You’ll find branches of New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and EZU Car Rental, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
BHEBlenheim

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (7,709 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,211 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,229 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,494 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,673 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,379 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,829 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,443 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (192 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (290 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,082 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (381 reviews)
Air China
Good (138 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,917 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,976 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (803 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,339 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (502 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (984 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around RM 299 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 437 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lower Hutt

Most booked hotels in Lower Hutt

Novotel Wellington
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 389+
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Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
RM 395+
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Travelodge Hotel Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 240+
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ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 318+
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Rydges Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 410+
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Willis Wellington Hotel
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
RM 173+
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Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay RM 6.19 per litre in Lower Hutt (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 74.19 and RM 98.92. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lower Hutt, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 6.19 per litre in Lower Hutt (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 74.19 and RM 98.92. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lower Hutt, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.