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Today’s best flight deals from Palmerston North to Invercargill

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Palmerston North to Invercargill

November 16 - November 26

Cheapest

PMR - Invercargill

$266

$296

Round trip

November 16 - December 3

Cheapest

PMR - Invercargill

$260

$296

Round trip

November 16 - November 19

Cheapest

PMR - Invercargill

$270

$296

Round trip

November 17 - November 26

Cheapest

PMR - Invercargill

$268

$296

Round trip

October 13 - October 29

Cheapest
Earliest

PMR - Invercargill

$285

$296

Round trip

October 20 - October 29

Cheapest
Best

PMR - Invercargill

$297

$296

Round trip

November 24 - November 26

Cheapest

PMR - Invercargill

$272

$296

Round trip

November 17 - November 19

Cheapest

PMR - Invercargill

$270

$296

Round trip

November 17 - December 3

Cheapest

PMR - Invercargill

$263

$296

Round trip

October 20 - November 19

Cheapest

PMR - Invercargill

$281

$296

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Palmerston North to Invercargill

A typical journey from Palmerston North to Invercargill, including connections, takes about 8h 35m. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 898 km. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the common travel experience for this particular route.
When looking for cheap flights from Palmerston North to Invercargill, prices are typically $273–$392, with a median of $339. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value might require careful timing. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to monitor prices.
The cheapest time to fly from Palmerston North to Invercargill is during October, with a median fare of $192. Other cost-effective months include November and January, both with median fares of $196. Planning your trip during these months could result in more favorable pricing.
For flights from Palmerston North to Invercargill, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares are non-stop. When connections are involved, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means travelers should anticipate at least one stop on their journey between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Palmerston North to Invercargill

Regular price: $221 - $504

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

The regular price range for this route is between $221 and $504. The current lowest deal is $296 with Air New Zealand, for travel from Nov 16 to Nov 26.

now $296

Low $221

High $504

The cheapest time to fly from Palmerston North to Invercargill

The cheapest month to fly from PMR to IVC is October, with a median price of $192. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $480. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $192

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $480

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Direct flights from Palmerston North to Invercargill

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Last-minute flights going from Palmerston North to Invercargill

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Invercargill

Air New Zealand

Palmerston North (PMR) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

$394

$593

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Invercargill

Air New Zealand

Palmerston North (PMR) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

$286

$588

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Invercargill

Air New Zealand

Palmerston North (PMR) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

$284

$979

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Invercargill

Air New Zealand

Palmerston North (PMR) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

$276

$314

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Invercargill

Air New Zealand

Palmerston North (PMR) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

$279

$311

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PMR - Invercargill

Air New Zealand

Palmerston North (PMR) - Invercargill (IVC)

Air New Zealand

$299

$328

One-way

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

9 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 29

$297  →  $296

0%

16 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 29

$285  →  $296

4%

30 nights

Oct 20 - Nov 19

$281  →  $296

5%

2 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 29

$299  →  $314

5%

Popular Airports to fly from Palmerston North to Invercargill

Palmerston North - Invercargill route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Palmerston North to Invercargill are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

October is the cheapest month to fly at $192

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from Palmerston North to Invercargill.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 8h 35m

The median flight duration from Palmerston North to Invercargill is 8h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

This route primarily features connecting flights, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers deals on this route

Air New Zealand has historically offered deals for flights from Palmerston North to Invercargill.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Historically, deals for flights on this route appear frequently, about 0.57 deals per day.

Palmerston North main airports to depart from

Palmerston North (PMR)

Cheapest

Palmerston North Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Invercargill.

📍 ~5 km from Palmerston North (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$296

Invercargill main airports to arrive at

Invercargill (IVC)

Cheapest

Invercargill Airport is a convenient arrival point for travelers heading to Invercargill and the surrounding region.

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

💸 Flights from ~$296

Airports nearby Invercargill used as alternative

Dunedin (DUD)

Dunedin Airport offers a wider range of domestic connections and larger aircraft than Invercargill.

📍 ~190 km from Invercargill (reachable by car, ~2.5-hour drive).

💸 Flights from ~$261

Queenstown (ZQN)

Queenstown Airport provides significantly more flight options, including international routes to Australia.

📍 ~150 km from Invercargill (reachable by car, drive can be affected by winter weather).

💸 Flights from ~$256

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is a primary international gateway with an extensive route network.

📍 ~460 km from Invercargill (reachable by car, over 6 hours drive).

💸 Flights from ~$134

Timaru (TIU)

Timaru Airport is geographically closer than Christchurch for travelers heading north by road.

📍 ~300 km from Invercargill (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$389

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Invercargill

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison websites can help you see various options across different airlines and online travel agencies. Also, look out for deals and promotions that airlines may offer.

Booking flights in advance often provides better prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Generally, purchasing tickets several weeks or months before your intended departure date may result in more favorable fares. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring them is often helpful.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your travel time, checking alternative departure or arrival points could offer more flexibility or savings. Always weigh the cost savings against the convenience.