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Sun 23 Feb
Last updated on 10 Feb
ONE WAY NZ Airlines
Thu 27 Feb
Last updated on 11 Feb
ONE WAY NZ Airlines

Flight Guide from New plymouth to Palmerston North

When is the best time to visit Palmerston North?

Palmerston North and the Manawatu region are rich with scenic landscapes and outdoor activities. If you’re hoping to enjoy the outdoors, plan flights into Palmerston North Airport (PMR) in summer. During the summer, daytime temperatures reach about 23°C. Palmerston North doesn’t experience the same volume of tourists as other North Island hubs Wellington and Auckland – however, it’s a popular family destination. If you book tickets to Palmerston North from New Plymouth during school holidays, including summer, book your hotel early for the best rate.

Spring and autumn are also beautiful times to plan cheap flights to Palmerston North from New Plymouth. Daytime temperatures average a comfortable 18°C, so still allow for enjoying the hiking trails. Keep in mind that spring conditions welcome a bit more rain than the other seasons, so pack an umbrella if your flights New Plymouth to Palmerston North fall between September and November.

Winter weather gets chilly in Palmerston North, but that comes with fewer tourists and lower hotel rates. During the day, winter temperatures average a brisk 13°C before dropping to about 5°C at night. Pack a coat and warm layers if you book cheap flights New Plymouth to Palmerston North in winter.

 

What can you do in Palmerston North over the weekend?

New Zealand Rugby Museum

If you’re a fan of rugby, don’t miss the opportunity to visit the New Zealand Rugby Museum while holidaying on cheap flights New Plymouth to Palmerston North. The museum shares the history of the sport and New Zealand’s All Blacks through a series of exhibits. Visitors can learn all about rugby by browsing artefacts and reading stories while visiting the museum in between New Plymouth to Palmerston North return flights.

White-water rafting on the Rangitikei River

Experience the adventurous side to the Manawatu region while holidaying on New Plymouth to Palmerston North flights. The Rangitikei River is about 60 kilometres (37 miles) north of Palmerston North, making it a great day trip destination out of the city. Several tour operators organise white-water rafting adventures in which visitors can experience the rapids, cliffs, and forests around the Rangitikei. There are both advanced rafting sessions and less intense scenic tours, so there’s something for everyone visiting the region on cheap flights to Palmerston North from New Plymouth.

Limestone Creek Reserve Glow Worm Caves

These incredible caves are a hidden gem to experience while visiting the Manawatu region on flights New Plymouth to Palmerston North. A 600-metre-long track takes visitors through the caves and a series of gorges where they’ll be amazed by glowing worms and local flora. You could visit the Limestone Creek Reserve Glow Worm Caves during the day, but for the best views, plan your visit in the evening. Make sure to pack sturdy shoes with good grip when planning for your New Plymouth to Palmerston North flights as the track gets slippery.

 

What are the best cafes and restaurants in Palmerston North?

Nero Restaurant

Nero has been serving up delicious food in a beautiful setting ever since it first opened in 1918. It’s located inside an old Victorian-style home, and has received a number of local culinary awards. If you book New Plymouth to Palmerston North flights during the warmer months, make the most of Nero’s garden by dining al fresco. Plan a visit to Nero while holidaying on flights New Plymouth to Palmerston North to feast on modern New Zealand cuisine, such as crispy confit duck with grilled pears, pan-seared fish with seasonal vegetables and salmon caviar, and rum-glazed pork belly with char-grilled pineapple and crackling. Sweet-tooths will swoon over liquorice ice cream, chocolate mousse bonbon, a selection of cheeses, and more. 

Table 188

Table 188 uses locally-sourced ingredients in its modern European dishes. The restaurant is known as one of the most innovative in the Manawatu region, and offers a dynamic seasonal menu. It has a romantic and intimate atmosphere that makes it the perfect place to go for a special meal out while holidaying on cheap flights to Palmerston North from New Plymouth. Diners at Table 188 can tuck into mouth-watering dishes, such as pork loin on the bone served with dukkah and chili lime prawns, confit duck leg with pork belly and crispy mushroom ravioli, and or one of the quality cuts of steak.

Cafe Brie

Cafe Brie is one of the most stylish brunch spots you could visit while holidaying on flights New Plymouth to Palmerston North. The cafe specialises in French-style dishes and offers plenty of options for gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diners. It has a welcoming and cosy atmosphere and a gorgeous outdoor patio that you can enjoy if you book New Plymouth to Palmerston North flights in summer. In addition to the variety of coffees and pastries, some must-try dishes at Cafe Brie include French toast with berry compote and cream, eggs benedict served with bacon or salmon, and cordon bleu chicken breast stuffed with ham and cheese.