Cheap flights from Queenstown to Palmerston North

Flights overview

Useful information for finding cheap flights from Queenstown to Palmerston North and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $380
Air New Zealand 1 stop 4 hr Thu, May 14 — Mon, May 18
The cheapest round-trip flight from Queenstown to Palmerston North is currently $380
Cheapest one-way flight $119
Air New Zealand 2 stops 9 hr Wed, Jun 3
The cheapest one-way flight from Queenstown to Palmerston North is currently $119
Last-minute weekend getaway $427
Air New Zealand 1 stop 8 hr Thu, May 7 — Mon, May 11
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Queenstown to Palmerston North is currently $427
Cheapest business class flights $2,599
Air New Zealand, Qantas 2 stops 31 hr Thu, May 14 — Mon, May 18
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Queenstown to Palmerston North is currently $2,599
Fastest flight 3 hr 25 min The fastest flight with stops from Queenstown to Palmerston North takes 3 hr 25 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Palmerston North is typically August. The most expensive month to fly is typically February.
August
Cheapest
Typical prices: $185–415
February
Most expensive
Typical prices: $335–620

Popular airlines from Queenstown to Palmerston North

  • Air New Zealand
    from $380
    Typical price: $255–500
    751 weekly connecting flights
    ZQN - PMR Every day

Popular airports near Queenstown

  • Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
    Queenstown New Zealand 12 min 4 mi
  • Invercargill Airport (IVC)
    Invercargill New Zealand 2 hr 28 min 97 mi
  • Dunedin Airport (DUD)
    Dunedin New Zealand 3 hr 25 min 96 mi

Popular airports near Palmerston North

  • Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
    Palmerston North New Zealand 8 min 2 mi
  • Wellington International Airport (WLG)
    Wellington New Zealand 1 hr 53 min 79 mi
  • Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE)
    Napier New Zealand 2 hr 20 min 90 mi
  • New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
    New Plymouth New Zealand 3 hr 1 min 120 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Queenstown to Palmerston North

The cheapest flights from Queenstown to Palmerston North are usually in August. Typical ticket prices in August range from $185 to $415.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Queenstown to Palmerston North recently found on Google Flights was with Air New Zealand from $380. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air New Zealand from $119.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Air New Zealand flight from Queenstown to Palmerston North is $380, flying from May 14 to May 18.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Queenstown to Palmerston North starts at $380 from Thu, May 14 to Mon, May 18. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $119 and departs on Wed, Jun 3.
3 hr 25 min is the shortest flight time from Queenstown to Palmerston North.
Palmerston North is a year-round destination. Dec–Mar is typically mild, making it a common time for hiking in nearby Manawatu Gorge. Winters (Jun–Aug) are cold with a higher chance of rain, though it can be quite wet year-round. The Festival of Cultures (Mar) features global food, live music and a lantern parade. Night markets and rugby are the draws at the Winter Festival (Jun).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Queenstown to Palmerston North.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Queenstown to Palmerston North really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Queenstown to Palmerston North.

In terms of flights, Air New Zealand is the most popular. Air New Zealand offers 751 connecting flights per week. Air New Zealand flies from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR) .

The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Queenstown and Palmerston North.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Queenstown to Palmerston North recently found on Google Flights was with Air New Zealand from $380. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air New Zealand from $119.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Air New Zealand flight from Queenstown to Palmerston North is $380, flying from May 14 to May 18.
No airline flies direct from Queenstown to Palmerston North.
  • There are 751 Air New Zealand connecting flights from Queenstown to Palmerston North per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Queenstown and Palmerston North at price $427 is offered by Air New Zealand from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
No airline flies direct from Queenstown to Palmerston North.
  • There are 751 Air New Zealand connecting flights from Queenstown to Palmerston North per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are no direct flights from Queenstown to Palmerston North.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Queenstown to Palmerston North, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Queenstown and Palmerston North start at $2,599 from Thu, May 14 to Mon, May 18 with Air New Zealand, Qantas.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Queenstown and Palmerston North start at $380 from Thu, May 14 to Mon, May 18.
To book business class trips from Queenstown to Palmerston North, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Queenstown and Palmerston North starts at $427 from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11 with Air New Zealand.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Queenstown and Palmerston North at price $427 is offered by Air New Zealand from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
To find last-minute flight deals from Queenstown to Palmerston North, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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