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 February
Estimated hotel price
$54
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in February
Estimated hotel price
$54
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. Airlines that fly from New Zealand to Lower Hutt include EVA Air, Air China and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Lower Hutt departs from Christchurch and takes around 50m.

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 Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, 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. Airlines that fly from New Zealand to Lower Hutt include EVA Air, Air China and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Lower Hutt departs from Christchurch and takes around 50m.

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 Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (4,548 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,874 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (922 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,669 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (480 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (211 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (985 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (265 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (550 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (865 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,799 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (502 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (311 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around $159 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $147 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lower Hutt

Most booked hotels in Lower Hutt

Quest Petone
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$145+
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$168+
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$147+
ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$129+
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
$24+

Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Hiring a car in Lower Hutt costs $26 per day, on average, or $79 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 122% cheaper than airport locations in Lower Hutt.

Expect to pay $2.99 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 $35.80 and $47.73. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Premium (Toyota Alphard or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Lower Hutt costs $26 per day, on average, or $79 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 122% cheaper than airport locations in Lower Hutt.

Expect to pay $2.99 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 $35.80 and $47.73. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Premium (Toyota Alphard or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.