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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Sydney to Palmerston North? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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

Sydney to Palmerston North: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Palmerston North below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Palmerston North.

Sydney to Palmerston North: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$485
Cheapest month to flyMay

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sydney to Palmerston North is $485. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Palmerston North. But we found flights with one or more stops from $485.
There are no flights flying from Sydney to Palmerston North, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Palmerston North is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Palmerston North Airport on Friday, May 23, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Palmerston North Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Palmerston North 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Palmerston North is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Palmerston North.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR): what you need to know

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your SYD to PMR flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Palmerston North Airport. Many passengers pass through Auckland Airport when flying between SYD and PMR.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Palmerston North Airport (PMR)

  • $274 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Palmerston North Airport flight. Return flights start from $485. These prices may change based on availability.

  • It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SYD to PMR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Palmerston North Airport.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SYD to PMR by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Palmerston North Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Of the departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Sydney. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Palmerston North Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Palmerston North Airport (PMR)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Palmerston North Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PMR instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Palmerston North Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Cross Country Rentals, Ezi or Europcar and chase adventure across Palmerston North and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Palmerston North Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to central Palmerston North

  • Palmerston North Airport is approximately 5 kilometers from the center of Palmerston North. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

When to fly to Palmerston North Airport (PMR)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Palmerston North Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Palmerston North. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Palmerston North is February, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Palmerston North Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to PMR sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • You've done Palmerston North, now it's time to discover other parts of New Zealand. Travel about 402 kilometers north to Auckland to tick off its popular sights. From Sky Tower to Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Wellington is another must-experience destination in New Zealand and is around 129 kilometers south-west of Palmerston North. No trip is complete without visiting Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.

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