Flying from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport.
Choose from 60 weekly Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest flight you can take. Air New Zealand operates the last service of the day at 20:20.
To ensure you get on your AKL to PMR flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like December? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air New Zealand offers direct flights from Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Palmerston North — and maybe even more of New Zealand if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Air New Zealand on this route.
With 76.33% of services landing on schedule, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier offering AKL to PMR flights.
If you'd love to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Christchurch Airport is a well-known stop between AKL and PMR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Currently, R 1,070 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,084. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from AKL to PMR by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from AKL to PMR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport.
Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)
70% of flights that depart Auckland International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Auckland to Auckland International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near AKL:
Arriving at Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PMR if you're catching a late Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Palmerston North Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Cross Country Rentals, Ezi or Europcar to explore Palmerston North and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Palmerston North Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Before you book your flights from Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Palmerston North offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Lock in your flight from Auckland International Airport to Palmerston North Airport for February if you'd like to visit Palmerston North during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AKL to PMR in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Palmerston North has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand you should also see. About 402 kilometres north of Palmerston North, a trip to Auckland will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Rangitoto Island, Rangitoto Summit and Mt. Wellington.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Palmerston North, Wellington is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington Botanic Gardens and Weta Workshop.