Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Flights from Sydney to Palmerston North usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Palmerston North (PMR).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North.

Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Palmerston North pass through?

Most connecting flights from Sydney to Palmerston North pass through Auckland Intl (AKL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $733 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,538, a difference of $805. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Sydney to Palmerston North?

A direct flight from Sydney to Palmerston North takes 00m, covering 3,653 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Sydney to Palmerston North changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $939 to $2,236. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Sydney to Palmerston North looking right now?

One-way fares from Sydney to Palmerston North are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $609.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Palmerston North?

Palmerston North is 2 hours ahead of Sydney (New Zealand Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Palmerston North Airport (PMR)?

Palmerston North Airport (PMR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $41 for economy cars. Top options include: • Thrifty • EZI • Europcar • Cross Country Rentals • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Palmerston North flight?

Return flights from Sydney to Palmerston North range from $920 to $1,203, with an average of $1,077 over the past 12 months. Anything below $920 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North. It’s 32% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Air New Zealand ($1,048) and Qantas Airways ($1,442) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Sydney to Palmerston North according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Flights via Auckland Intl (AKL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,117. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sydney to Palmerston North, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Auckland Intl (AKL) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Palmerston North stopovers at 5h 07m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $920-$1,203

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$564

Typical prices: $580-$698

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Wed, 27 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb

09:00 - 21:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

10h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

10:05 - 14:30PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

6h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

$939Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

11:00 - 07:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

18h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

12:20 - 19:00PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,001Multiple Airlines

Wed, 27 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb

19:45 - 09:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

11h 50m2 stops Christchurch Auckland Intl

17:50 - 08:35PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,048Air New Zealand

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

11:00 - 19:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

6h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

10:05 - 22:20PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 15m2 stops Auckland Intl Coolangatta Gold Coast

$1,228Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

19:20 - 07:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

10h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

06:00 - 12:50PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,279Air New Zealand

Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan

19:25 - 15:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

18h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

12:20 - 08:15PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,413Multiple Airlines

Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan

07:20 - 21:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

12h 25m2 stops Coolangatta Gold Coast Auckland Intl

10:05 - 08:15PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,442Qantas Airways

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

15:00 - 07:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

14h 50m2 stops Melbourne Auckland Intl

08:20 - 12:50PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

6h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,504Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

19:15 - 08:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

11h 10m1 stop Christchurch

06:45 - 10:40PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

5h 55m1 stop Christchurch

$1,567Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

06:00 - 19:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

11h 10m2 stops Melbourne Auckland Intl

12:20 - 20:20PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

10h 00m2 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne

$1,594Qantas Airways

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Wed, 14 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

07:50 - 19:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

10h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

16:20 - 21:50PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,458Air New Zealand

Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

07:50 - 19:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

10h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

15:40 - 21:50PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,458Air New Zealand

Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

06:05 - 17:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

9h 15m2 stops Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Auckland Intl

06:45 - 10:40PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

5h 55m1 stop Christchurch

$1,469Multiple Airlines

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

07:50 - 19:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

10h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

16:20 - 21:50PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,478Air New Zealand

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

06:05 - 17:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

9h 15m2 stops Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Auckland Intl

10:05 - 14:30PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

6h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,517Multiple Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

06:05 - 17:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

9h 15m2 stops Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Auckland Intl

15:40 - 21:50PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,517Multiple Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

06:05 - 17:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

9h 15m2 stops Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Auckland Intl

06:45 - 10:40PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

5h 55m1 stop Christchurch

$1,522Multiple Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

19:15 - 08:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

11h 10m1 stop Christchurch

06:45 - 10:40PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

5h 55m1 stop Christchurch

$1,533Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

19:15 - 08:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

11h 10m1 stop Christchurch

06:45 - 10:40PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

5h 55m1 stop Christchurch

$1,533Multiple Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

06:05 - 17:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

9h 15m2 stops Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Auckland Intl

15:40 - 21:50PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

8h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,538Multiple Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North. It’s 32% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.

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High season	November
Cheapest flight	$564

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North.
How long is a flight from Sydney to Palmerston North?
A direct flight from Sydney to Palmerston North takes 00m, covering 3,653 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Palmerston North flight?
Return flights from Sydney to Palmerston North range from $920 to $1,203, with an average of $1,077 over the past 12 months. Anything below $920 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Sydney to Palmerston North changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $939 to $2,236. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Sydney to Palmerston North looking right now?
One-way fares from Sydney to Palmerston North are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $609.
Which car hire options are available at Palmerston North Airport (PMR)?
Palmerston North Airport (PMR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $41 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• EZI
• Europcar
• Cross Country Rentals
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Palmerston North?
Flights from Sydney to Palmerston North usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Palmerston North (PMR).
Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Palmerston North pass through?
Most connecting flights from Sydney to Palmerston North pass through Auckland Intl (AKL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Palmerston North?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $733 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,538, a difference of $805.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Sydney and Palmerston North?
Palmerston North is 2 hours ahead of Sydney (New Zealand Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $733, about $805 less than Monday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Palmerston North trip for November. Fares historically average $707 return in that month – typically $1,023 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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