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Palmerston North.Rs14,586 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs14,586, select.
Palmerston North.Rs14,586 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs14,586, select.
Palmerston North.Rs14,596 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs14,596, select.
Palmerston North.Rs16,386 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,386, select.
Palmerston North.Rs16,386 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,386, select.
Palmerston North.Rs19,880 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs19,880, select.
Palmerston North.Rs21,531 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,531, select.
Palmerston North.Rs34,611 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs34,611, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Palmerston North

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to Palmerston North flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from Rs34,611
Jun
from Rs14,586
Jul
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Aug
from Rs19,880
Sep
from Rs16,386
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Nov
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Jan
from Rs16,386
Feb
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from Rs21,531

Direct flights from Auckland International to Palmerston North

Auckland International to Palmerston North: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Auckland International to Palmerston North below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Palmerston North.

Auckland to Palmerston North: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs14,586
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week142

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to Palmerston North: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland International to Palmerston North is Rs29,163. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Auckland International to Palmerston North.
Air China, Air New Zealand and Qantas fly direct from Auckland International to Palmerston North.
As of May 2025, there are 142 flights per week flying from Auckland International to Palmerston North.
The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Palmerston North is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport on Wednesday, 20 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Palmerston North but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Palmerston North is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Palmerston North.

Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Flights from AKL to PMR start at 07:00 — the earliest with Air New Zealand. The latest departure is at 20:20 with Air New Zealand. In total, you can take your pick of 82 weekly Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your AKL to PMR flight.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Air New Zealand has direct flights from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Palmerston North — and maybe even more of New Zealand if you have time.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Air New Zealand.

  • Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier offering AKL to PMR flights.

  • Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport. Many passengers pass through Christchurch International Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR)

  • Rs14,586 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs29,163. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To secure cheap tickets from AKL to PMR, book your journey seven months before your planned departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from AKL to PMR is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport.

Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • Of the flights that depart from Auckland Airport, 69.31% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near AKL? If you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Palmerston North Airport (PMR)

Getting from Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to central Palmerston North

  • Palmerston North Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Palmerston North. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

When to fly to Palmerston North Airport (PMR)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Palmerston North in January.

  • Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport for February if you want to go to Palmerston North during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 23ºC.

  • July has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AKL to PMR around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Auckland is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Palmerston North. Around 402 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.

  • If you're looking to explore another great destination in New Zealand, head for Wellington, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Palmerston North. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are key reasons to visit.

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