Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 1 hour 15 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport. Palmerston North and Auckland share the same timezone (UTC+13).
Flights from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport start at 06:00 — the first with Air New Zealand. The last departure is the 20:55 service with Air New Zealand. Overall, there are 82 services every week from AKL to PMR.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Air New Zealand runs direct flights from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Palmerston North — plus maybe even more of New Zealand if your schedule allows.
If you want to discover a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Christchurch International Airport is a well-known stop between AKL and PMR.
Once you've booked cheap ticket from AKL to PMR, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're travelling within New Zealand. As long as you have another identity document, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport is 44 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 100 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from AKL to PMR by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from AKL to PMR is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Auckland, Auckland Airport can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
If you have a late flight from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near PMR:
Getting from Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to central Palmerston North
From Palmerston North Airport, Palmerston North is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 51 minutes.
When to fly to Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Palmerston North. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Palmerston North is February, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 23ºC. Book your flights from Auckland Airport to Palmerston North Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AKL to PMR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Palmerston North
As soon as you've locked in your flights from AKL to PMR, you'll need to find a hotel in Palmerston North. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
Victoria Esplanade Gardens and New Zealand Rugby Museum are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Palmerston North must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Dugald MacKenzie Rose Gardens.
Complete your Palmerston North trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. After booking your cheap ticket to Palmerston North Airport, browse our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Palmerston North stay.