Palmerston North to Christchurch (PMR–CHC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PMR–CHC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air New Zealand leads the route. The flight covers 270 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1 hub offers 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ Air New Zealand Also: QF, SQ | 17 | AT7 | 1h25 | – | Star Alliance | QF, SQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Christchurch from Palmerston North
| Metric | PMR→CHC | WLG→CHC | NPE→CHC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PMR | – | 81 mi | 89 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 7 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | 229 | 20 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 0h 50m | 1h 45m |
Travel Essentials
PMR: NZST · CHC: NZST
When it's 6:00 PM in Palmerston North, it's 6:00 PM in Christchurch.
PMR–CHC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PMR to CHC
Palmerston North Airport (PMR) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) are connected by nonstop service from Air New Zealand. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PMR to CHC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PMR to CHC ranges from 1 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 270 miles (435 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 31 return, totaling 60 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via AKL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wellington (WLG), Napier (NPE) and New Plymouth (NPL).