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 252
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in October
Estimated hotel price
RM 252
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 15h 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 Mode 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 15h 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 Mode and Bargain Rental Cars, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
BHEBlenheim

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,247 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (174 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,872 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (361 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,003 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,941 reviews)
Air China
Good (122 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (778 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (485 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (929 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,272 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (672 reviews)
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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 347+
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Haka House Wellington
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 186+
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Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 418+
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Rydges Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 452+
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Willis Wellington Hotel
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
RM 192+
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Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay RM 6.57 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 78.78 and RM 105.03. Economy (Toyota Yaris 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 6.57 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 78.78 and RM 105.03. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lower Hutt, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.