$73 Cheap Flights from Auckland (AKL) to Palmerston North (PMR)

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Popular airlines from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)

Cheap Flights from Auckland to Palmerston North (AKL-PMR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $73 for one-way flights and $171 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air New Zealand
Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 10
AKL
Auckland
PMR
Palmerston North
$171 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from Auckland to Palmerston North, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $171 found 6 days ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 10
AKL
Auckland
PMR
Palmerston North
$182 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from Auckland to Palmerston North, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $182 found 6 days ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 19
AKL
Auckland
PMR
Palmerston North
$183 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Auckland to Palmerston North, returning Fri, Dec 19, priced at $183 found 6 days ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 19
AKL
Auckland
PMR
Palmerston North
$194 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Auckland to Palmerston North, returning Fri, Dec 19, priced at $194 found 6 days ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 19
AKL
Auckland
PMR
Palmerston North
$205 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Auckland to Palmerston North, returning Fri, Dec 19, priced at $205 found 6 days ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 19
AKL
Auckland
PMR
Palmerston North
$206 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Auckland to Palmerston North, returning Fri, Dec 19, priced at $206 found 6 days ago
Air New Zealand
Tue, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 23
AKL
Auckland
PMR
Palmerston North
$207 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Auckland to Palmerston North, returning Tue, Dec 23, priced at $207 found 1 day ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, Dec 14 - Sun, Dec 21
AKL
Auckland
PMR
Palmerston North
$209 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, Dec 14 from Auckland to Palmerston North, returning Sun, Dec 21, priced at $209 found 4 days ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 19
AKL
Auckland
PMR
Palmerston North
$217 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Auckland to Palmerston North, returning Fri, Dec 19, priced at $217 found 6 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sat, Nov 29 - Sat, Dec 6
AKL
Auckland
PMR
Palmerston North
$218 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$218
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, Nov 29 from Auckland to Palmerston North, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $218 found 2 days ago
Flights from Auckland (AKL) to Palmerston North (PMR)
Origin airport
Auckland Intl.
Destination airport
Palmerston North Intl.
Roundtrip price
$170
Distance
233 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 15 mins

Auckland to Palmerston North Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Auckland to Palmerston North

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Auckland to Palmerston North are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Auckland to Palmerston North with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Auckland to Palmerston North

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Auckland to Palmerston North: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Auckland to Palmerston North

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Auckland to Palmerston North in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $73 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Auckland to Palmerston North flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Auckland to Palmerston North airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $73 or cheap return flight from $171 from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR)?
January is the cheapest month to fly from AKL to PMR. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR)?
When setting off from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL), you can board a nonstop flight to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR) with Air New Zealand.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from AKL to PMR, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on what matters most to you, such as preferred carriers and cabin class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR)?
When departing from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL), you can choose from an average of 7 daily direct flights to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR)?
The 5 PM departures from AKL to PMR are the top choice for many travelers. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your fare, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from AKL to PMR?
Friday offers the most flights from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 7:00AM UTC+13, leaving from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL). You'll be flying for roughly 1h 15m, reaching Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR) at approximately 8:15AM UTC+13.
How long does it take to fly from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR)?
Flights from AKL to PMR have an average travel time of 1 hour and 15 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 230 mi.
What airline has the least delays from AKL to PMR?
Consider traveling with Jetstar if you'd like to fly straight from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR) without any delays. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 90%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR)?
Select a flight from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Palmerston North from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)?
Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) has direct flights to Palmerston North. These are some of the airports you can fly to without detours:

  • Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR)
  • Whanganui (WAG)
  • Paraparaumu Airport (PPQ)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR) last-minute?
Booking your flight from AKL to PMR just before your journey is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an AKL to PMR flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing an AKL to PMR flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your AKL to PMR flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you want more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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