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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lower Hutt has to offer.

When to visit Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt in September
Estimated hotel price
$58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in September
Estimated hotel price
$58
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 center. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 23h 40m.

Car

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

Plane

When flying to Lower Hutt, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 23h 40m.

Car

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

Airports near Lower Hutt

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
BHEBlenheim

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (6,846 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,217 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,254 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,971 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,204 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (150 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (325 reviews)
Air China
Good (88 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (732 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,186 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,171 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around $83 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $108 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lower Hutt

Most booked hotels in Lower Hutt

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Silverstream Retreat
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 164 reviews)
$102+
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Green Gables Motel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 550 reviews)
$93+
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Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1745 reviews)
$101+
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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3034 reviews)
$82+
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Oaks Wellington Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1944 reviews)
$84+
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Haka House Wellington
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1974 reviews)
$21+
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Renting a car in Lower Hutt

Renting a car in Lower Hutt costs $49 per day, on average, or $197 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Wellington.

Expect to pay $6.28 per gallon in Lower Hutt (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $75.41 and $100.54. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lower Hutt, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lower Hutt costs $49 per day, on average, or $197 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Wellington.

Expect to pay $6.28 per gallon in Lower Hutt (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $75.41 and $100.54. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lower Hutt, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.

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