Charter Palmerston North to Wellington privately from US$8,000, about 40 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
We fly Palmerston North (PMR) ⇄ Wellington (WLG) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Palmerston North and Wellington lie approximately 131 km apart (81 mi / 71 nm) on a direct routing.
From NZ$13,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Palmerston North–Wellington spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (NZD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 40 min | 36 min – 44 min | NZ$13,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 35 min | 32 min – 39 min | NZ$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 34 min | 31 min – 37 min | NZ$18,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 40 min | NZ$13,000 – NZ$18,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 39 min | NZ$15,000 – NZ$20,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 35 min | NZ$15,000 – NZ$22,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 34 min | NZ$17,000 – NZ$24,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 34 min | NZ$19,000 – NZ$26,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 34 min | NZ$18,000 – NZ$25,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 34 min | NZ$20,000 – NZ$28,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 33 min | NZ$21,000 – NZ$30,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
The guide range for Palmerston North–Wellington is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Palmerston North, New Zealand: Palmerston North Airport.
Wellington, New Zealand: Wellington International Airport.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Palmerston North and Wellington.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Palmerston North–Wellington is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 40 min in the air over 131 km (81 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Palmerston North–Wellington departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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