Why go
- City in Waikato, New Zealand.
- Served by Raglan Aerodrome (RAG).
History
Hamilton, also known colloquially as The Tron, is an inland city in the North Island of New Zealand. Located on the banks of the Waikato River, it is the seat and most populous city of the Waikato region. With a territorial population of 192,100, it is the country's fourth-most populous city. Encompassing a land area of about 110 km2 (42 sq mi), Hamilton is part of the wider Hamilton Urban Area. In 2020, Hamilton was named the most beautiful large city in New Zealand. Hamilton is now considered the fastest growing city in the country.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 4 direct destinations
- Air New Zealand NZ (BEH, ATR 72, Dash 8-300) · 4 routes: Auckland*, Christchurch*, Palmerston North*, Wellington*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the southern-hemisphere year.
Milder and quieter, with better value.
The southern winter — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Raglan Aerodrome (RAG); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: HLZ has direct flights to 4 destinations on 1 airline (incl. Auckland, Christchurch, Palmerston North, Wellington).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Hamilton, New Zealand. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.