Arthur's Pass travel guide

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You're Going to Love Arthur's Pass

With a population of 930, Arthur's Pass is a must-see destination in Canterbury, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Arthur's Pass to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Arthur's Pass

Arthur's Pass in September
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Arthur's Pass in September
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Arthur's Pass

Plane

Although Arthur's Pass doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hokitika Arpt (HKK), which is located 54 km from Arthur's Pass. The shortest flight to Arthur's Pass from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 22h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Arthur's Pass is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 108 km from Arthur's Pass. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Plane

Although Arthur's Pass doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hokitika Arpt (HKK), which is located 54 km from Arthur's Pass. The shortest flight to Arthur's Pass from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 22h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Arthur's Pass is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 108 km from Arthur's Pass. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Arthur's Pass

Airlines serving Arthur's Pass

Lufthansa
Good (4,690 reviews)
SWISS
Good (945 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,558 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,296 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,952 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,454 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,895 reviews)
Finnair
Good (868 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,686 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (406 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (510 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (480 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (211 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
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Where to stay in Arthur's Pass

Average rates range from around $147 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $199 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Arthur's Pass

Hiring a car in Arthur's Pass

Expect to pay $2.77 per litre in Arthur's Pass (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.16 and $44.22.

Expect to pay $2.77 per litre in Arthur's Pass (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.16 and $44.22.