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PMRNSNFri, 30 Oct
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Lowest fareNZ$413Air NewZealand
Fastest3h 25mgate to gate
Options found108flights on this route
Find your flightPMR → NSN
Available Flights & Fares
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Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Air NewZealand
NZ-5120
07:10
2026-10-30
Palmerston North (PMR)Palmerston North
11H :25 M
1 Stop
AKL
· 8h 35m Auckland (AKL), New Zealand
18:35
2026-10-30
Nelson (NSN)Nelson
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$471
Flight DetailsPMR to NSN - 11H :25 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Air NewZealand
NZ-5120
07:10
2026-10-30
Palmerston North (PMR)Palmerston North
12H :40 M
1 Stop
AKL
· 9h 50m Auckland (AKL), New Zealand
19:50
2026-10-30
Nelson (NSN)Nelson
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$471
Flight DetailsPMR to NSN - 12H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Air NewZealand
NZ-5106
08:20
2026-10-30
Palmerston North (PMR)Palmerston North
4H :00 M
1 Stop
AKL
· 1h 10m Auckland (AKL), New Zealand
12:20
2026-10-30
Nelson (NSN)Nelson
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$471
Flight DetailsPMR to NSN - 4H :00 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareNZ$413Air NewZealand06:00
Earliest departureNZ$413Air NewZealand06:00
Shortest durationNZ$471Air NewZealand07:10
Night
00:00-05:59
No optionOpen full search for moreMorning
06:00-11:59
NZ$413Air NewZealand at 06:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
NZ$471Air NewZealand at 13:50Evening
18:00-23:59
NZ$510Air NewZealand at 18:30
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Palmerston North (PMR)
Palmerston North
New Zealand
GMT 12
Latitude: -40.32059860229492
Longitude: 175.61700439453125
Nelson (NSN)
Nelson
New Zealand
GMT 12
Latitude: -41.298301696777344
Longitude: 173.2209930419922
Distance: Palmerston North (PMR), New Zealand to Nelson (NSN), New Zealand - 229.08 km
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How to travel Palmerston North to Nelson
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Connecting flight₹22,391Longer, includes a stop108 options
Air distance is about 229 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Palmerston North to Nelson
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Air NewZealand Flights
from NZ$413108 flights
Fares from
NZ$413
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
108 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
3h 25m · Air NewZealand
First departure of the day
06:00 · Air NewZealand
Last departure of the day
20:25 · Air NewZealand
Flight options found
108
Airport codes
Palmerston North–PMR, Nelson–NSN
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 108 flight options. The first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 20:25. The fastest flight takes about 3h 25m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from NZ$413, Afternoon from NZ$471, Evening from NZ$510. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Palmerston North to Nelson flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Palmerston North to Nelson dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at NZ$413. This can change from week to week.
How far is Palmerston North from Nelson by air?
The direct air distance between Palmerston North (PMR) and Nelson (NSN) is about 229 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from PMR to NSN?
Not on the dates shown here. Every Palmerston North to Nelson option on this page has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so check nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly Palmerston North to Nelson?
Air NewZealand is listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Palmerston North to Nelson?
Every option on this page has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 3h 25m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on Palmerston North to Nelson flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Palmerston North to Nelson flight fare?
The lowest Palmerston North to Nelson fare on this page is NZ$413. Fares on the same dates run up to NZ$791, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Palmerston North to Nelson flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 06:00 and the last around 20:25, local time at Palmerston North. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 229.08 km.
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Lowest Palmerston North to Nelson airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare
NZ$413
30/10/2026
Air NewZealand
06:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
NZ$405
07/11/2026
Air NewZealand
06:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
NZ$392
06/01/2027
Air NewZealand
06:00
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Palmerston North to Nelson Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Palmerston North and Nelson is about 229 KM. In these results, journey times range from 3h 25m to 18h 55m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
Palmerston North to Nelson Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 108 flight options. The first departure from Palmerston North is at 06:00 and the last is at 20:25. Flights leave from Palmerston North and land at Nelson.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Palmerston North to Nelson
Aerial Distance
229 KM
Flight Duration
3h 25m - 18h 55m
Airport Codes
Palmerston North - PMR, Nelson - NSN
Total Flights Available
108 flights0 direct108 with layovers
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 20:25
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
47 flights0 direct47 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
26 flights0 direct26 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
22 flights0 direct22 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
9 flights0 direct9 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
4 flights0 direct4 with layovers
Airport Information & Terminals
PMR: Palmerston North airport. Airport access in Palmerston North depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
NSN: Nelson airport. Airport access in Nelson depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
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