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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Palmerston North

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Today’s best flight deals from Sydney to Palmerston North

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Sydney to Palmerston North

December 1 - December 7

Cheapest
Best

SYD - Palmerston North

$773

$519

Round trip

September 8 - September 21

Cheapest
Earliest

SYD - Palmerston North

$526

$519

Round trip

November 24 - November 30

SYD - Palmerston North

$535

$527

Round trip

November 24 - December 7

SYD - Palmerston North

$530

$527

Round trip

November 24 - December 1

SYD - Palmerston North

$535

$527

Round trip

November 10 - November 23

SYD - Palmerston North

$527

$530

Round trip

November 10 - November 16

SYD - Palmerston North

$532

$530

Round trip

November 10 - December 7

SYD - Palmerston North

$510

$530

Round trip

November 10 - November 30

SYD - Palmerston North

$508

$530

Round trip

November 10 - November 17

SYD - Palmerston North

$532

$530

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Sydney to Palmerston North

When planning cheap flights from Sydney to Palmerston North, you'll find that fares typically range from $403–$617, with a median price of $483. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 9% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a significant discount can be challenging.
The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North is during the spring months. September stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $286. This is closely followed by October, where the median fare is $289. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $351, making these months ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
For flights from Sydney to Palmerston North, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights. When connections are involved, the typical number of stopovers is 1, which is important to consider when planning your travel time.
A typical journey from Sydney to Palmerston North takes approximately 10h 35m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect.
The distance between Sydney and Palmerston North is 2271 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a longer travel time, often with connecting flights, rather than a short, direct hop.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Palmerston North

Regular price: $617 - $1,145

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Palmerston North is typically between $617 and $1145. The current lowest deal is $519 with Jetstar, for travel from Dec 1 to Dec 7.

now $519

Low $617

High $1,145

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Palmerston is September, with a median price of 286 USD. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of 552 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $286

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $552

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Direct flights from Sydney to Palmerston North

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Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Palmerston North

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Palmerston North

Air New Zealand

Sydney (SYD) - Palmerston North (PMR)

Air New Zealand

$717

$1,153

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Palmerston North

QantasLink

Sydney (SYD) - Palmerston North (PMR)

QantasLink

$623

$971

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Palmerston North

QantasLink

Sydney (SYD) - Palmerston North (PMR)

QantasLink

$618

$982

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Palmerston North

QantasLink

Sydney (SYD) - Palmerston North (PMR)

QantasLink

$633

$976

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Palmerston North

QantasLink

Sydney (SYD) - Palmerston North (PMR)

QantasLink

$510

$851

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Palmerston North

QantasLink

Sydney (SYD) - Palmerston North (PMR)

QantasLink

$514

$980

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$773  →  $519

33%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$771  →  $539

30%

8 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 15

$773  →  $576

25%

7 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 14

$768  →  $579

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North

Sydney - Palmerston North route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

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

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September offers the lowest median price at $286 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 35m

Flights from Sydney to Palmerston North typically involve one stopover, lasting 10h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

There are no direct flights for this route; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers competitive connecting deals

Jetstar has recently provided connecting flight deals for the Sydney to Palmerston North route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, with about 0.43 deals per day.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport offers the cheapest flights to Palmerston North, making it a great value departure.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$519

Palmerston North main airports to arrive at

Palmerston North (PMR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$519

Airports nearby Palmerston North used as alternative

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International offers significantly more flight options and cabin classes as a major international hub.

📍 ~100 km from Palmerston North (approximately 2 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$374

Whanganui Airport (WAG)

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

📍 ~65 km from Palmerston North (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$572

Hawke's Bay (NPE)

Hawke's Bay is a reliable regional hub for alternative domestic connections to major NZ cities.

📍 ~120 km from Palmerston North (requires travel over the Ruahine Range)

💸 Flights from ~$510

Kapiti Coast (PPQ)

Kapiti Coast is a relatively close option to the south of Palmerston North, with limited service.

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

💸 Flights from ~$654

New Plymouth (NPL)

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

📍 ~180 km from Palmerston North (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$512

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Palmerston North

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Best Elite deals to Palmerston North

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From SYD

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Jul 26

Palmerston North, New Zealand

67% AI deal score

$2,199

$2,018

Save $181

From SYD

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Jul 09

Palmerston North, New Zealand

67% AI deal score

$2,207

$2,059

Save $148

From SYD

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Jul 09

Palmerston North, New Zealand

67% AI deal score

$2,276

$2,118

Save $158

From SYD

Elite

Jul 09

Palmerston North, New Zealand

67% AI deal score

$2,246

$2,119

Save $127

From SYD

Elite

Jul 31

Palmerston North, New Zealand

66% AI deal score

$2,281

$2,238

Save $43

From SYD

Elite

Jul 07

Palmerston North, New Zealand

40% AI deal score

$3,211

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Palmerston North

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes secure better prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, though they are less predictable. Monitoring price trends and setting up fare alerts may help you decide when to book.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can often reveal additional flight options and potentially lower fares. Sometimes, flying into or out of a smaller airport can be more cost-effective. Remember to factor in the cost and time of ground transportation to and from these alternative airports.

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