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Flight deals from Palmerston North to Queenstown

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $449. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Queenstown.$401 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $401, select.

Queenstown.$402 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $402, select.

Queenstown.$404 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $404, select.

Queenstown.$404 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $404, select.

Queenstown.$405 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $405, select.

Queenstown.$408 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $408, select.

Queenstown.$424 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $424, select.

Queenstown.$448 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $448, select.

Queenstown.$450 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $450, select.

Queenstown.$476 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $476, select.

Queenstown.$522 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Palmerston North on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Queenstown.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Palmerston North.Price includes taxes and charges.From $522, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Palmerston North to Queenstown

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Palmerston North to Queenstown flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Palmerston North to Queenstown: Alternative routes

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Palmerston North to Queenstown: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from Palmerston North to Queenstown: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Palmerston North to Queenstown?

The best price we found for a return flight from Palmerston North to Queenstown is $401. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Palmerston North to Queenstown?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Palmerston North to Queenstown. But we found flights with one or more stops from $401.

How many flights are there a week from Palmerston North to Queenstown?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Palmerston North to Queenstown.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Palmerston North to Queenstown?

The cheapest month to fly from Palmerston North to Queenstown is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport on Saturday, 15 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Palmerston North Airport and Queenstown Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Queenstown?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Queenstown but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Queenstown?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Queenstown is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown with?

Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Queenstown.

Flying from Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN): what you need to know

Palmerston North and Queenstown are both in the UTC+13 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your PMR to ZQN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport. Many passengers pass through Christchurch International Airport when flying between PMR and ZQN.

How to find the cheapest flights from Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

$280 is currently the best price for a one-way Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Return flights start at $401. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from PMR to ZQN, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from PMR to ZQN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport.

Handy information about Palmerston North Airport (PMR)

Of the departures from Palmerston North Airport, 71.22% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Palmerston North Airport from central Palmerston North, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to PMR? If you're catching an early flight from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

Book a hotel near ZQN if you're catching a late Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Queenstown Airport rental car and explore Queenstown and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Hao Rentals and mode rentals are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Queenstown Airport about two weeks before travelling.

Getting from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to central Queenstown

The address for ZQN is P.O. Box 64.
Queenstown Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Queenstown. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

When to fly to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

January is the most popular month for flights from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Queenstown in April.
The warmest month in Queenstown is February, with the temperature ranging between 6ºC and 18ºC. Lock in your flights from Palmerston North Airport to Queenstown Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from PMR to ZQN in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 6ºC on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

You've visited Queenstown, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Travel about 354 kilometres east to Christchurch to tick off its must-visit sights. From Little River Rail Station to The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in New Zealand, consider Dunedin, about 177 kilometres south-east of Queenstown. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are among the biggest draws.