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 244
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in October
Estimated hotel price
RM 244
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 21h 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 GoldStar and Mode, 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 21h 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 GoldStar and Mode, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
BHEBlenheim

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (7,636 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,139 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,133 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,449 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,574 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,350 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,424 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,599 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (287 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (184 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,052 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,899 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (371 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,968 reviews)
Air China
Good (135 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,306 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (798 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (961 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (501 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 454 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lower Hutt

Most booked hotels in Lower Hutt

Intercontinental Hotels Wellington By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 610+
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Adina Citylife Wellington
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 276+
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Travelodge Hotel Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 243+
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ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 280+
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Rydges Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 417+
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Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay RM 6.53 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 78.30 and RM 104.39. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 6.53 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 78.30 and RM 104.39. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.