Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Flights from Sydney to Palmerston North usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Palmerston North (PMR).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North.

Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Palmerston North pass through?

Most connecting flights from Sydney to Palmerston North pass through Auckland Intl (AKL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $584 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,226, a difference of $641. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Sydney to Palmerston North?

A direct flight from Sydney to Palmerston North takes 00m, covering 3,653 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Sydney to Palmerston North changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $825 to $2,100. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Palmerston North?

Palmerston North is 2 hours ahead of Sydney (New Zealand Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Palmerston North Airport (PMR)?

Palmerston North Airport (PMR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $89 for economy cars. Top options include: • Thrifty • EZI • Europcar • Cross Country Rentals • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Palmerston North flight?

Return flights from Sydney to Palmerston North range from $733 to $959, with an average of $858 over the past 12 months. Anything below $733 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Return flights from Sydney to Palmerston North typically range from $733 to $959. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $825 on Air New Zealand.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North. It's 32% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Air New Zealand ($825) and Qantas Airways ($1,285) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Sydney to Palmerston North according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Palmerston North?

Flights via Auckland Intl (AKL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $890. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sydney to Palmerston North, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Auckland Intl (AKL) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Palmerston North stopovers at 5h 07m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

19:25 - 14:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

17h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

10:05 - 21:50PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$825Air New Zealand

3+ days ago

Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

11:50 - 19:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

6h 05m1 stop Auckland Intl

16:20 - 21:50PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 30m1 stop Auckland Intl

$873Air New Zealand

18 hours ago

Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

19:25 - 21:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

24h 20m1 stop Auckland Intl

18:30 - 11:30PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 00m2 stops Christchurch Hamilton

$876Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

19:50 - 09:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

11h 45m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl

18:30 - 11:30PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 00m2 stops Christchurch Hamilton

$1,005Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Wed, 16 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec

19:25 - 07:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

10h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

18:30 - 18:10PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 40m1 stop Christchurch

$1,029Multiple Airlines

13 hours ago

Wed, 16 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec

19:25 - 07:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

10h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

18:30 - 07:35PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 05m1 stop Christchurch

$1,041Multiple Airlines

15 hours ago

Wed, 16 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec

19:25 - 07:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

10h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

10:05 - 09:45PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 40m2 stops Auckland Intl Christchurch

$1,187Air New Zealand

13 hours ago

Wed, 16 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec

19:25 - 07:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

10h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

10:05 - 09:45PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 40m2 stops Auckland Intl Christchurch

$1,192Air New Zealand

15 hours ago

Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

22:00 - 18:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

18h 00m2 stops Melbourne Christchurch

17:50 - 08:35PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,214Multiple Airlines

18 hours ago

Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

15:30 - 07:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-PMR Palmerston North

14h 20m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl

12:20 - 22:25PMR Palmerston North-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 05m2 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne

$1,285Qantas Airways

18 hours ago

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How much is a return flight from Sydney to Palmerston North? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sydney to Palmerston North departing in November.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North. It's 32% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North.
How long is a flight from Sydney to Palmerston North?
A direct flight from Sydney to Palmerston North takes 00m, covering 3,653 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Palmerston North flight?
Return flights from Sydney to Palmerston North range from $733 to $959, with an average of $858 over the past 12 months. Anything below $733 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Sydney to Palmerston North changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $825 to $2,100. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Palmerston North Airport (PMR)?
Palmerston North Airport (PMR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $89 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• EZI
• Europcar
• Cross Country Rentals
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Palmerston North?
Flights from Sydney to Palmerston North usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Palmerston North (PMR).
Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Palmerston North pass through?
Most connecting flights from Sydney to Palmerston North pass through Auckland Intl (AKL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Palmerston North?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Sydney to Palmerston North. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $584 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,226, a difference of $641.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Sydney and Palmerston North?
Palmerston North is 2 hours ahead of Sydney (New Zealand Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $584, about $641 less than Monday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Palmerston North trip for November. Fares historically average $563 return in that month – typically $815 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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