Palmerston North Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
PMR
ICAO Code
NZPM
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Palmerston North Airport (PMR) is a regional New Zealand airport serving Palmerston North and the Manawatū region. It handles domestic flights to major New Zealand cities and is organised around a single passenger terminal focused on short‑haul services.

Palmerston North Airport
Elevation: 46 m
-40.3206, 175.6170

Terminal Guide for Palmerston North Airport #

The airport uses a single terminal building for all domestic services with check‑in desks, security screening and a compact departure lounge. Facilities include car hire counters and a small café; the layout is straightforward and easy to navigate for short domestic hops.

Getting to and From Palmerston North Airport #

The airport is a short drive from Palmerston North city centre; taxis, shuttle buses and private cars are the main options and journeys typically take 10-20 minutes.

  • Taxi / car: Regular taxi services and ride‑share operate; journey times to the city are usually 10-20 minutes.
  • Shuttle / bus: Airport shuttle services and some scheduled buses connect the terminal with central Palmerston North.
  • Driving: On‑site short‑term and long‑term parking is available at the airport.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Palmerston North Airport #

Facilities are tailored to domestic travellers with essential services and a modest retail/dining offer.

  • Lounges: No international lounge networks; seating is in the public departure area.
  • Food & drink: A small café and vending options are available landside and airside.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi is usually available; charging points are present in the terminal.
  • Luggage & storage: Limited luggage services; check with the airport information desk.
  • Accessibility: The terminal provides accessibility features and assistance is available on request.

Hotels and Layovers at Palmerston North Airport #

Several hotels and motels are within a short drive of Palmerston North Airport and many offer airport shuttles. For early departures consider booking nearby airport accommodation or a hotel with a scheduled pickup.

  • For major hotel chains see marriott.com or hilton.com to locate nearby options in Palmerston North.

Tips for Palmerston North Airport #

  • If connecting to Wellington or Auckland, confirm whether your flight is direct or requires a stop - schedules change seasonally.
  • Taxis and airport shuttles to Palmerston North city are frequent; consider booking a shuttle if you have lots of luggage.
  • Domestic security and check‑in procedures are straightforward but queueing can increase during peak times.

Weather & Climate near Palmerston North Airport #

Climate

Palmerston North Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 4°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (941 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 28 Good
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
14.5h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.5h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
12.2h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.7h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.2h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 93 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

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