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 246
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in October
Estimated hotel price
RM 246
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 19h 55m.

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 Mode and GoldStar, 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 19h 55m.

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 Mode and GoldStar, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
BHEBlenheim

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (7,585 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,091 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,534 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,477 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (178 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,892 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,027 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,952 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (366 reviews)
Air China
Good (129 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (792 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,295 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (947 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (493 reviews)
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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 556+
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Sofitel Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 568+
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Adina Citylife Wellington
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 274+
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ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 270+
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Rydges Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 409+
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Willis Wellington Hotel
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
RM 184+
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Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay RM 6.54 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 78.45 and RM 104.60. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Full-size (Toyota Previa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mazda Demio or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 6.54 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 78.45 and RM 104.60. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Full-size (Toyota Previa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mazda Demio or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.