Cheap Flights from Palmerston North to Wellington

Which airlines fly from Palmerston North to Wellington?

You can take direct flights from Palmerston North to Wellington 5 days a week with Air New Zealand Link. These flights are operated by Air Nelson.

You can also compare 1-stop flights via Auckland or Hamilton, but these take much longer.

Is there a time difference between Palmerston North and Wellington?

No. All cities in New Zealand are in the same time zone.

What is the weather like in Wellington?

There's not much difference in temperatures from Palmerston North to Wellington as the 2 cities are so close. Wellington tends to be less wet, except in the winter.

How expensive is Wellington?

Essential travel information for Wellington

• When flying from Palmerston North to Wellington with Air New Zealand, you need to carry valid identification. This can be your passport, driver's licence, Koru card or other accepted ID.
• Get cheaper fares on local buses in Wellington by picking up a Snapper card.

Departing from Palmerston North

Palmerston North Airport (PMR) is in the suburb of Milson, 6km north of the CBD. Getting there takes just over 5 minutes in normal traffic or 10 minutes by bus. You should plan to arrive an hour before your flight to Wellington departs.

The single terminal includes a newsagent, 2 cafes, meeting rooms for hire and free Wi-Fi. If you need to charge your devices, you'll find charging points by Café Ignition and the Air New Zealand lounge.

Arriving in Wellington

Wellington Airport (WLG) serves international and domestic flights through the same terminal. This is larger than Palmerston North's terminal, with more facilities including shops, cafes and free showers.

Flights arrive on the ground level. After disembarking, you'll pass bathrooms and baggage reclaim before entering the main terminal area. Here, you can rent a car from well-known agencies, book a shuttle service or head outside to the buses and taxis.

A taxi to Wellington CBD costs $35 to $45. The bus is cheaper at $9 for a 1-way ticket, but takes about twice as long.

Return flights from Wellington to Palmerston North

If you're catching a return flight from Wellington Airport to Palmerston North, you should try to get there an hour before your scheduled departure.

Air New Zealand Koru Club members can enjoy their wait in comfort in the Koru Lounge. Other passengers can visit the cafes and use the other airport facilities, most of which can be found before the security checks.

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Please note: all information is correct as of November 2018.