Flying from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
You can choose from 40 weekly Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport flights. The 08:15 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest you can take. Air New Zealand operates the last service of the day at 18:00.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CHC to PMR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Traveling during a peak month like February? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air New Zealand offers direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Palmerston North — and maybe even more of New Zealand if time allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with Air New Zealand on this route.
Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier offering CHC to PMR flights, with 77.27% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport. Many passengers pass through Auckland Airport when flying between CHC and PMR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
$69 is the best price for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport flight. A return flight starts at $108. These prices can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from CHC to PMR, book your journey eight months ahead of your departure date.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CHC to PMR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
74.2% of flights that take off from Christchurch International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Christchurch International Airport is around 35 miles from central Christchurch. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to CHC? If you've booked an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PMR instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Palmerston North Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Cross Country Rentals, Ezi or Europcar and explore beyond Palmerston North's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Palmerston North Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to central Palmerston North
Palmerston North Airport is roughly 3 miles from the center of Palmerston North. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
The quietest month for a flight from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Palmerston North based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston North Airport for February if you want to go to Palmerston North during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 50ºF and 73ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from CHC to PMR in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 37ºF and 54ºF on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Palmerston North has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand waiting to be explored. About 250 miles north of Palmerston North, a trip to Auckland will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Wellington is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 80 miles south-west of Palmerston North. No journey is complete without dropping by Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
