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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North from $194

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — PMR
28 Mar — 4 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Palmerston North are usually found in February or November, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Palmerston North

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Palmerston North (PMR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$438

One-way from

$194

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$303 or less

Good one-way deal

$130 or less
6/5-8/5
  • 6/5-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 45m total
  • Christchurch to Palmerston North
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 16/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Christchurch to Palmerston North
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Palmerston North. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2025.

Tue 6/520:30CHC - PMR
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/507:10PMR - CHC
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$438
Tue 6/517:50CHC - PMR
Nonstop1h 20mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/518:50PMR - CHC
1 stop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/3$445

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Christchurch

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Palmerston North

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Tue 6/5

20:30-14:30

1 stop18h 00m

Palmerston North

Thu 8/5

07:10-19:55

1 stop12h 45m

$438

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Tue 6/5

17:50-19:10

Nonstop1h 20m

Palmerston North

Thu 8/5

18:50-22:10

1 stop3h 20m

$445

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Wed 16/4

10:10-11:30

Nonstop1h 20m

$194

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Wed 16/4

06:15-12:15

1 stop6h 00m

$317

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Deals found on 22/3

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North

How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North (average of $127). Flying from Christchurch to Palmerston North in January is currently the most expensive (average of $207). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHC to PMR?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Palmerston North. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 March 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 5% on flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Palmerston North

Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Palmerston North. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 March 2025.

The most flights from CHC to PMR are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Palmerston North by month

Plan your trip to Palmerston North by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palmerston North ranges from 60.0 - 90.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Palmerston North when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Palmerston North by month

Plan your trip to Palmerston North by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palmerston North, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 9.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Palmerston North

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palmerston North. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Palmerston North. Reviews last updated 23 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
454 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
454 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
454 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Christchurch to Palmerston North?

    If you wish to fly to Palmerston North from Christchurch, then you need to book flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North. There are 6 flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Palmerston North (PMR) per day to choose from. Flights to Palmerston North from Christchurch are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 20m is how long a nonstop flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North typically takes.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Palmerston North flight route?

    This flight path from Christchurch to Palmerston North was viewed by 453 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Christchurch to Palmerston North round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($445), offers the cheapest pricing from Christchurch to Palmerston North.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Palmerston North?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Christchurch to Palmerston North on time: Singapore Airlines (94%), Air New Zealand (86%), Qantas Airways (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North?

    On average you can expect to pay $294 for a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North. The cheapest flight overall is $88 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Palmerston North) is currently priced at $225.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to Palmerston North flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Palmerston North by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North (average of $127). Flying from Christchurch to Palmerston North in January is currently the most expensive (average of $207). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Air New ZealandCheapest$184Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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