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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Palmerston North

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Auckland to Palmerston North

October 29 - November 1

Cheapest

AKL - Palmerston North

$129

$124

Round trip

December 8 - December 11

Best

AKL - Palmerston North

$143

$127

Round trip

August 28 - August 30

Earliest

AKL - Palmerston North

$117

$132

Round trip

November 27 - December 13

AKL - Palmerston North

$113

$132

Round trip

November 28 - December 3

AKL - Palmerston North

$122

$132

Round trip

December 1 - December 11

AKL - Palmerston North

$138

$132

Round trip

November 27 - December 3

AKL - Palmerston North

$119

$132

Round trip

December 1 - December 14

AKL - Palmerston North

$140

$132

Round trip

November 28 - November 30

AKL - Palmerston North

$121

$132

Round trip

November 27 - November 29

AKL - Palmerston North

$121

$132

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Auckland to Palmerston North

Fares for flights from Auckland to Palmerston North are typically $75–$157, with a median of $129. Right now, fares are near the typical level. While new deals appear almost daily for this route, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, indicating that finding cheap flights from Auckland to Palmerston North may require careful timing.
The journey from Auckland to Palmerston North covers a distance of 375 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience between these two cities.
A typical journey from Auckland to Palmerston North takes about 1h 15m. This median duration primarily reflects direct flights, as almost all itineraries are non-stop on this route.
If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Palmerston North, consider traveling in September, October, or January. During these months, the median fare is significantly lower, at $68 for each.

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Palmerston North

Regular price: $103 - $278

Prices for flights from Auckland to Palmerston North are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Auckland to Palmerston North is between $103 and $278. The current lowest deal is $124 on Kayak for travel from Oct 29 to Nov 1.

now $124

Low $103

High $278

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Palmerston North

The cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Palmerston North is January, with a median price of 68 USD. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of 158 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $68

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $158

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Direct flights from Auckland to Palmerston North

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Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Palmerston North

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Palmerston North

Air New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Palmerston North (PMR)

Air New Zealand

$155

$227

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Palmerston North

Air New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Palmerston North (PMR)

Air New Zealand

$106

$176

One-way

Fri, Jul 24

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Palmerston North

Air New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Palmerston North (PMR)

Air New Zealand

$103

$177

One-way

Sat, Jul 25

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Palmerston North

Air New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Palmerston North (PMR)

Air New Zealand

$106

$134

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Palmerston North

Air New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Palmerston North (PMR)

Air New Zealand

$118

$176

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Palmerston North

Air New Zealand

Auckland (AKL) - Palmerston North (PMR)

Air New Zealand

$118

$144

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Auckland to Palmerston North

3 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 11

$143  →  $127

11%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$147  →  $132

10%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$145  →  $132

9%

8 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 11

$144  →  $132

8%

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Palmerston North

Auckland - Palmerston North route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Auckland to Palmerston North are near the typical level of $129.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September, October, or January for the best prices.

Historically, September, October, and January offer the lowest median prices at $68.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1 hour 15 minutes.

The typical direct flight from Auckland to Palmerston North takes 1 hour and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air New Zealand offers direct flights.

Air New Zealand provides direct flights on this route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand is a key carrier.

Air New Zealand is a prominent airline offering direct flights from Auckland to Palmerston North.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

This route typically sees frequent deals, with over one deal per day historically.

Auckland main airports to depart from

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport is a primary departure point for flights from Auckland to Palmerston North.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$124

Palmerston North main airports to arrive at

Palmerston North (PMR)

Cheapest

Palmerston North Airport is ideal for direct access to Palmerston North and the surrounding Manawatu region.

📍 ~3 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$124

Airports nearby Palmerston North used as alternative

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International (WLG) is a major international hub offering significantly more flight options and cabin classes.

📍 ~100 km from Palmerston North (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Whanganui Airport (WAG)

Whanganui Airport (WAG) is the closest geographic alternative, offering easy road access to Palmerston North.

📍 ~60 km from Palmerston North (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Hawke's Bay (NPE)

Hawke's Bay (NPE) is a reliable regional hub for the East Coast with alternative domestic connections.

📍 ~130 km from Palmerston North (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$123

Kapiti Coast (PPQ)

Kapiti Coast (PPQ) offers relatively close proximity to the south of Palmerston North, though with limited service.

📍 ~70 km from Palmerston North (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$262

New Plymouth (NPL)

New Plymouth (NPL) provides full regional service for the Taranaki region, but is a significant driving distance.

📍 ~150 km from Palmerston North (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Palmerston North

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Best Elite deals to Palmerston North

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From AKL

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Nov 02

Palmerston North, New Zealand

42% AI deal score

$2,341

From AKL

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Aug 01

Palmerston North, New Zealand

35% AI deal score

$2,342

From AKL

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Jul 06

Palmerston North, New Zealand

32% AI deal score

$3,368

From AKL

Elite

Jul 06

Palmerston North, New Zealand

32% AI deal score

$3,368

From AKL

Elite

Jul 06

Palmerston North, New Zealand

32% AI deal score

$3,368

From AKL

Elite

Jul 09

Palmerston North, New Zealand

31% AI deal score

$3,547

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Palmerston North

Historically, travelers have found the lowest average prices when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $93. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 14-27 days out typically average around $134. Last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, show the highest average prices at $164.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Auckland to Palmerston North was typically around $75. The median price observed for this route was $129. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $157 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Auckland to Palmerston North have been September, October, and January, all with a median price of $68. This is significantly lower than the annual median price of $129 for this route. Prices can fluctuate, but these months typically offer the best value for travelers.

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