Cheap Flights from Palmerston North (PMR) to Christchurch (CHC)

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Cheap Flights from Palmerston North (PMR) to Christchurch (CHC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Palmerston North to Christchurch route information
Origin airport
Palmerston North Intl.
Destination airport
Christchurch Intl.
Airlines serving
Air New Zealand
Return price
AU$296
Distance
432 km

Your quick guide to flights from Palmerston North to Christchurch

Pick up great flights from Palmerston North to Christchurch

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Palmerston North to Christchurch. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Palmerston North to Christchurch that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from Palmerston North to Christchurch

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$296 to AU$333, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Palmerston North to Christchurch around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Christchurch is normally in January.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR) to CHC?
Based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys from Palmerston North Airport to Christchurch Airport start from AU$296. Book ASAP to get the best price for your next big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from PMR to Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC)?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do need to cancel your getaway, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from PMR to CHC that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Palmerston North Airport to Christchurch Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Palmerston North Airport to CHC?
That new movie you’ve been desperate to see will have to wait — the flight distance between Palmerston North Airport (PMR) and CHC (CHC) is only 440 kilometres. The captain will be instructing you to put your seat upright for touchdown before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Palmerston North Airport to Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC)?
Offering 139 flights every month, Air New Zealand (NZ) is a popular choice when flying straight from Palmerston North Intl. Airport (PMR) to Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC).
Are Palmerston North Airport to CHC flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight tickets from Palmerston North Airport to CHC are available up to a year prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may score a great last-minute deal, it’s not something you should bank on. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you’ll have more options — and you can avoid getting stuck in the dreaded middle seat! We regularly update our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.
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