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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lower Hutt has to offer.

When to visit Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt in October
Estimated hotel price
AED 210
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in October
Estimated hotel price
AED 210
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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 35h 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 Budget and Ace 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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 35h 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 Budget and Ace Rental Cars, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
BHEBlenheim

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (8,104 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,442 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,981 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,612 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,328 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,475 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,572 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,656 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (228 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (313 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,954 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (409 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,271 reviews)
Air China
Good (157 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,957 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,498 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (834 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,061 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (551 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around AED 270 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 433 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lower Hutt

Most booked hotels in Lower Hutt

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 356+
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Haka House Wellington
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 140+
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Rydges Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
AED 346+
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ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
AED 239+
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Willis Wellington Hotel
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
AED 158+
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Avana Suites
4 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
AED 217+
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Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Expect to pay AED 6.80 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 AED 81.53 and AED 108.70. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lower Hutt, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay AED 6.80 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 AED 81.53 and AED 108.70. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lower Hutt, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.