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 March
Estimated hotel price
RM 329
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in March
Estimated hotel price
RM 329
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 23h 35m.

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 Bargain Rental Cars, 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 23h 35m.

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 Bargain Rental Cars, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (6,835 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,909 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,497 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,183 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,218 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,300 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,450 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,331 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (833 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (228 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (369 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,946 reviews)
Air China
Good (167 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (477 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (783 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (822 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,313 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (662 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,166 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around RM 399 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 483 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lower Hutt

Most booked hotels in Lower Hutt

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
RM 467+
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 364+
Rydges Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 477+
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
RM 51+

Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay RM 7.42 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 89.01 and RM 118.68. Compact (Class Compact Wagon or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lower Hutt, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 7.42 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 89.01 and RM 118.68. Compact (Class Compact Wagon or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lower Hutt, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.