Lower Hutt to Dunedin flights
Dunedin lies 628 km (390 mi) south-west of Lower Hutt, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 33 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Lower Hutt | Dunedin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Population | 114,200 | 132,800 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+12 (Pacific/Auckland) | UTC+12 (Pacific/Auckland) |
| Nearest large airport | WLG, 15 km out | DUD, 24 km out |
| Postal codes | 5042 | 9054–9059 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Lower Hutt
Lower Hutt is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Wellington International Airport (WLG), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,352 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Woodbourne Airport (BHE, 94 km).
Arriving in Dunedin
Dunedin is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Dunedin International Airport (DUD), 24 km (15 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,234 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunedin International Airport (regional) | DUD | 24 km (15 mi) | 6,234 ft | 4 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Dunedin from Lower Hutt?
628 km (390 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Lower Hutt.
How long does it take to get from Lower Hutt to Dunedin by air?
About 1 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lower Hutt and Dunedin?
No, both are on Pacific/Auckland at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lower Hutt to Dunedin flights?
Typically Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Dunedin International Airport (DUD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.