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 236
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in October
Estimated hotel price
RM 236
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 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 15h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Lower Hutt is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 198 miles from Lower Hutt. You’ll find branches of Snap Rentals and Bargain Rental Cars, among others, in Christchurch.

Plane

When flying to Lower Hutt, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 15h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Lower Hutt is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 198 miles from Lower Hutt. You’ll find branches of Snap Rentals and Bargain Rental Cars, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
BHEBlenheim

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (7,800 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,258 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,435 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,813 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,373 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,062 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,480 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (197 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (296 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,129 reviews)
Air China
Good (142 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (392 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,914 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,970 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,376 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (814 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (507 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,005 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around RM 311 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 474 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 666+
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The Cambridge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 191+
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Rydges Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 433+
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ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
RM 274+
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Willis Wellington Hotel
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
RM 169+
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Avana Suites
4 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
RM 247+
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Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay RM 6.31 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 75.72 and RM 100.95. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lower Hutt, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 6.31 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 75.72 and RM 100.95. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lower Hutt, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.