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 348
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in March
Estimated hotel price
RM 348
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 19h 20m.

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 New Zealand Discount Car 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. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 19h 20m.

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 New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (4,511 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,307 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,943 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,132 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,822 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (920 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,622 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (471 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (214 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (990 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (261 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (548 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (854 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,785 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (505 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (311 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around RM 472 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 502 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lower Hutt

Most booked hotels in Lower Hutt

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
RM 464+
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 413+
ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
RM 366+
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
RM 71+

Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay RM 8.63 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 103.45 and RM 137.93. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Compact (Toyota Corolla 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, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 8.63 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 103.45 and RM 137.93. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Compact (Toyota Corolla 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, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.