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Cheapest return flight
$210
Typical prices: $281-$555
Air New Zealand
Mon 17/12Fri 21/12
AKL - PMR • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$125
Typical prices: $170-$319
Air New Zealand
Mon 17/12
AKL - PMR • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Air New Zealand. Average duration is 1h 17m
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Air New Zealand
Most flights • 77 per week
Air New Zealand
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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AKL - PMR
Cheapest • 44% average savings
CHC - PMR
Most popular
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 23% price drop
November
Most popular
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Cheap Flights to Palmerston North

 
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Recent return flight deals to Palmerston North

Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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13:35 - 14:50Auckland  Auckland Intl-Palmerston North Palmerston North
1h 15mdirect
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13:50 - 15:05Palmerston North  Palmerston North-Auckland Auckland Intl
1h 15mdirect
$210Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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13:35 - 14:50Auckland  Auckland Intl-Palmerston North Palmerston North
1h 15mdirect
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13:50 - 15:05Palmerston North  Palmerston North-Auckland Auckland Intl
1h 15mdirect
$215Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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13:35 - 14:50Auckland  Auckland Intl-Palmerston North Palmerston North
1h 15mdirect
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13:50 - 15:05Palmerston North  Palmerston North-Auckland Auckland Intl
1h 15mdirect
$219Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Thu, 28 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
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10:00 - 11:20Christchurch  Christchurch-Palmerston North Palmerston North
1h 20mdirect
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08:55 - 10:20Palmerston North  Palmerston North-Christchurch Christchurch
1h 25mdirect
$222Air New Zealand
1 day ago
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
13:35 - 14:50Auckland  Auckland Intl-Palmerston North Palmerston North
1h 15mdirect
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13:50 - 15:05Palmerston North  Palmerston North-Auckland Auckland Intl
1h 15mdirect
$224Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Mon, 12 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
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17:35 - 18:55Christchurch  Christchurch-Palmerston North Palmerston North
1h 20mdirect
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18:30 - 19:55Palmerston North  Palmerston North-Christchurch Christchurch
1h 25mdirect
$238Air New Zealand
1 day ago
Mon, 12 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
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13:25 - 14:45Christchurch  Christchurch-Palmerston North Palmerston North
1h 20mdirect
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18:30 - 19:55Palmerston North  Palmerston North-Christchurch Christchurch
1h 25mdirect
$240Air New Zealand
2 days ago
Mon, 12 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
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17:35 - 18:55Christchurch  Christchurch-Palmerston North Palmerston North
1h 20mdirect
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18:30 - 19:55Palmerston North  Palmerston North-Christchurch Christchurch
1h 25mdirect
$240Air New Zealand
3+ days ago
Tue, 26 Jan - Mon, 22 Feb
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19:00 - 14:45Hamilton  Hamilton-Palmerston North Palmerston North
19h 45m1 stop Christchurch
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15:20 - 08:30Palmerston North  Palmerston North-Hamilton Hamilton
17h 10m1 stop Christchurch
$415Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 26 Jan - Mon, 22 Feb
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19:00 - 09:35Hamilton  Hamilton-Palmerston North Palmerston North
14h 35m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl
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15:20 - 08:30Palmerston North  Palmerston North-Hamilton Hamilton
17h 10m1 stop Christchurch
$548Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Palmerston North

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What is the cheapest flight to Palmerston North?

Auckland to Palmerston North is the cheapest route at $210 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Palmerston North?

On average, a return flight from New Zealand to Palmerston North costs $387, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Auckland average $338, while Christchurch runs a bit higher at $406.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Palmerston North?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Palmerston North at $392 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Monday is the most expensive at $497.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Palmerston North?

•March is the cheapest month to fly to Palmerston North with an average price of $297 return.
•October ($427) and June ($416) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Palmerston North?

Afternoon flights to Palmerston North are the cheapest at $392 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $411.

What is a good deal for flights to Palmerston North?

Flights under $281 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Palmerston North at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Auckland $256.

When are flights to Palmerston North the cheapest?

Flights to Palmerston North are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for flights to Palmerston North

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$125
Beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Auckland to Palmerston North

When to book flights to Palmerston North

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Palmerston North based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights to Palmerston North: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew to Palmerston North 
NoelFlew with Air New Zealand-Mar 2026
Wear hearing protection before boarding the aircraft and during the flight. The cabin noise is very loud, no matter where you sit. Always protect your hearing!
NoelFlew with Air New Zealand-Apr 2026
Wear hearing protection while walking to and from the aircraft and while flying, as they are still very noisy.

Your questions about flights to Palmerston North, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Palmerston North is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Palmerston North is around $281 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How long are direct flights to Palmerston North from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Palmerston North varies depending on your departure city:

    • From Auckland: 1h 15m
    • From Christchurch: 1h 20m

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Palmerston North?

    Last-minute fares to Palmerston North (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 41% higher than the average return fare of $387.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Palmerston North?

    Air New Zealand operates the most flights from New Zealand to Palmerston North at 77 per week, and for this route Air New Zealand is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from New Zealand to Palmerston North. The two are sometimes different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Palmerston North?

    Air New Zealand and Originair are the most popular airlines among KAYAK users flying to Palmerston North. Air New Zealand has the best on-time record at the destination's main airport.

  • How many flights serve Palmerston North?

    Palmerston North receives 11 flights per day and 77 per week from across the world. Auckland has the most flights to Palmerston North with 52 weekly flights.

Your guide to booking Palmerston North flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Palmerston North, book around 21 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 58% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Palmerston North, a good return fare is around $281. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Palmerston North in March. Return fares historically average $297, making March the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to midday to save up to $20 on a return flight. Midday flights to Palmerston North average $392 compared to $411 for morning flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Palmerston North, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Air New Zealand includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, while Originair includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.

Reviews of the top airline flying to Palmerston North

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Palmerston North? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 682 reviews
7.9Comfort
7.5Food
8.5Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.2Boarding
Airline reviews

Not up to their standard . After checking in my bag and having made a tight connection off NZ 29, they tried to bump me off the flight at the gate. In they end I argued myself onto the plane but my bag followed on a later plane. After over 24 hours of flying and despite being an Air NZ Platinum card holder being put in this position was unnaceptable

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Aug 2026
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Not up to their standard . After checking in my bag and having made a tight connection off NZ 29, they tried to bump me off the flight at the gate. In they end I argued myself onto the plane but my bag followed on a later plane. After over 24 hours of flying and despite being an Air NZ Platinum card holder being put in this position was unnaceptable

More comfortable seats. Even after an hour of travel, they are very hard to sit on. Enforce the amount of stuff that travellers can carry on. Some have up to three bags and take over other passengers' overhead locker space.

Crew members are so courteous and easy to talk to. My flight ticket was expensive from Chicago to Rotorua at $2800 usd. Everything else is very nice!

Great first time experience with ANZ. Such a great customer service. The crew was very friendly and welcoming

Great first time experience with Air New Zealand and loved it. The flight crew was extremely friendly and provided great service.

Boarded on time, smooth flight and "gentle" landing in Palmerston North. Ahead of time due to a tailwind

Appreciated the ability to get an earlier flight home after flying in from in from Japan. No problem with boarding or crew service. The limited choice of snacks, compared to previous years. Aircraft seats seem to be getting harder and more uncomfortable all the time. Overall, happy to be home

The Air New Zealand product is terrible, it's as expensive as a Jetstar ticket with add ons but with surely staff and old aircraft.

Wonderful trip. Everyone from checking in to the gate to the flight itself was amazing - kind, helpful, and has a beautiful smile.

The seats are feeling very hard to sit on. All the padding is flat, like sitting on a park bench for over an hour

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