Travelling from Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Palmerston North and Wellington follow the same timezone, UTC+13.
To ensure you get on your PMR to WLG flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to tour another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Palmerston North Airport to Wellington International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Auckland Airport is a sought-after stop between PMR and WLG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
P8,553 is the best price for a one-way Palmerston North Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Return flights start at P20,123. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from PMR to WLG, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Palmerston North Airport to Wellington International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Palmerston North Airport to Wellington International Airport.
Handy information about Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
71.22% of flights leaving from Palmerston North Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Palmerston North Airport from central Palmerston North, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Palmerston North Airport to Wellington International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near PMR:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Consider staying in a hotel near WLG if you're taking a late Palmerston North Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Wellington International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and discover more of Wellington and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Wellington International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
From Wellington International Airport, Wellington is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The quietest month for a flight from Palmerston North Airport to Wellington International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Wellington based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Palmerston North Airport to Wellington International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Wellington, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PMR to WLG in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand just waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres north of Wellington, a visit to Auckland will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Christchurch is another standout destination in New Zealand and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington. No trip is complete without dropping by Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
