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 March
Estimated hotel price
RM 231
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in March
Estimated hotel price
RM 231
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 13h 05m.

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 13h 05m.

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 (7,982 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,370 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,056 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,396 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,377 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,439 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,517 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (307 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (211 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,210 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (401 reviews)
Air China
Good (150 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,957 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,451 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (826 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (534 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,037 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around RM 309 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 486 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lower Hutt

Most booked hotels in Lower Hutt

Park Hotel, Lambton Quay
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 245+
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Rydges Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
RM 403+
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Travelodge Hotel Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 248+
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Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 352+
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ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
RM 265+
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Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay RM 8.06 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 96.71 and RM 128.94. 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 Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 8.06 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 96.71 and RM 128.94. 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 Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.