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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North from $161

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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — PMR
19 Mar — 26 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Palmerston North are usually found in August or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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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 17 February 2026.

Wed 1/407:05
CHC
-
PMR
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Wed 8/406:45
PMR
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/2$272
Thu 26/307:05
CHC
-
PMR
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Mon 30/318:30
PMR
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 17/2$303
Sat 4/416:40
CHC
-
PMR
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Sat 11/418:30
PMR
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 17/2$330
Fri 27/308:00
CHC
-
PMR
1 stop6h 50m
Air New Zealand
Mon 30/315:25
PMR
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/2$356
Tue 17/307:05
CHC
-
PMR
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Tue 24/306:50
PMR
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 17/2$368
Thu 26/306:15
CHC
-
PMR
1 stop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/318:30
PMR
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$383
Sat 28/308:00
CHC
-
PMR
1 stop6h 50m
Air New Zealand
Tue 7/406:45
PMR
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/2$388
Thu 5/321:00
CHC
-
PMR
1 stop10h 50m
Air New Zealand
Mon 9/315:25
PMR
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/2$393
Tue 3/321:00
CHC
-
PMR
1 stop10h 50m
Air New Zealand
Sat 7/318:30
PMR
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/2$394
Tue 17/307:05
CHC
-
PMR
Nonstop1h 20m
Air New Zealand
Sat 21/318:30
PMR
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/2$398

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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 17 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$272

One-way from

$161

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$338

Good round-trip deal

$273 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 1/4-8/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Christchurch to Palmerston North
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 7/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Christchurch to Palmerston North
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 17 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North that are best for you.

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Christchurch

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Palmerston North

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Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Wed 1/4

07:05-08:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Palmerston North

Wed 8/4

06:45-08:10

Nonstop1h 25m

$272

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Thu 26/3

07:05-08:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Palmerston North

Mon 30/3

18:30-19:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$303

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Fri 27/3

07:05-08:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Palmerston North

Mon 30/3

15:25-16:50

Nonstop1h 25m

$303

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Sat 4/4

16:40-18:00

Nonstop1h 20m

Palmerston North

Sat 11/4

18:30-19:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$330

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

07:05-08:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Palmerston North

Tue 24/3

06:50-08:15

Nonstop1h 25m

$368

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Thu 26/3

06:15-11:50

1 stop5h 35m

Palmerston North

Mon 30/3

18:30-19:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$383

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Sat 28/3

08:00-14:50

1 stop6h 50m

Palmerston North

Tue 7/4

06:45-08:10

Nonstop1h 25m

$388

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Thu 5/3

21:00-07:50

1 stop10h 50m

Palmerston North

Mon 9/3

15:25-16:50

Nonstop1h 25m

$393

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Tue 3/3

21:00-07:50

1 stop10h 50m

Palmerston North

Sat 7/3

18:30-19:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$394

ChristchurchPalmerston North

CHC - PMR

CHCPMR

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

07:05-08:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Palmerston North

Sat 21/3

18:30-19:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$398

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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 13 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North, you should look to book at least 85 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North (average of $80). Flying from Christchurch to Palmerston North in September is currently the most expensive (average of $114). 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 17 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North as you normally would.

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 17 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Christchurch to Palmerston North. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
585 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
585 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
585 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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 5 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 432 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North?

    A quick flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North can take about 1h 20m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $272. The distance from Christchurch to Palmerston North is about 435 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($174), offers the cheapest pricing from Christchurch to Palmerston North. Air New Zealand is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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: Air New Zealand (92%), Singapore Airlines (92%), Qantas Airways (88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $341 for a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North. The cheapest flight overall is $133 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Palmerston North) is currently priced at $272.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Palmerston North (average of $80). Flying from Christchurch to Palmerston North in September is currently the most expensive (average of $114). 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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Discover the top airline that operate flights from Christchurch to Palmerston North. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 17 February 2026.
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Air New ZealandCheapest$174Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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