Blenheim travel guide

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You're Going to Love Blenheim

With a population of 26,550, Blenheim is the largest city in Marlborough, New Zealand by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Blenheim deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Blenheim

Blenheim in September
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Blenheim in September
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Blenheim in January, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Blenheim, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.

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How to Get to Blenheim

Plane

When flying to Blenheim, you’ll arrive at Blenheim (BHE), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Blenheim from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 22h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Blenheim is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 249 km from Blenheim. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Plane

When flying to Blenheim, you’ll arrive at Blenheim (BHE), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Blenheim from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 22h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Blenheim is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 249 km from Blenheim. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Blenheim

Airlines serving Blenheim

British Airways
Good (4,558 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,295 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,952 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,893 reviews)
Finnair
Good (868 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (925 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,685 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (480 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (211 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (266 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (867 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,791 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (497 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (313 reviews)
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Where to stay in Blenheim

From 5-star hotels such as the The Peppertree Luxury Accommodation to great affordable options like the Cherylea Motel, Blenheim offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $158 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $509 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Blenheim

Most booked hotels in Blenheim

Blenheim Spa Motor Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$153+
Chateau Marlborough
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$122+
Scenic Hotel Marlborough
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$113+
Hotel D'urville Blenheim
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$174+
Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park
2 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$85+

Hiring a car in Blenheim

Hiring a car in Blenheim costs $99 per day, on average, or $198 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay $2.77 per litre in Blenheim (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.

Hiring a car in Blenheim costs $99 per day, on average, or $198 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay $2.77 per litre in Blenheim (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.