How to Get to Aoraki / Mount Cook

Airports, onward transport, and entry requirements for Aoraki / Mount Cook, New Zealand.

Getting There

Nearest Airport: Christchurch (CHC), 3.5h drive, or Queenstown (ZQN), 3h drive
Flight Hubs: Auckland (1h to CHC), Sydney (3h to CHC)
Local Transport: Rent a car, no public transport to Mount Cook. Road is sealed and scenic.
Visa: Most passports: NZeTA required (NZD $17-23 + $100 IVL)
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