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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
CHCNew Plymouth AirportNovember 28 to November 30NZ$442
CHCPalmerston NorthSeptember 30 to October 15NZ$457
BNETaupōOctober 11 to October 18NZ$1,130
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Tongariro Holiday Park

Tongariro Holiday Park

2 out of 5
State highway 47, Tongariro Forest Park
Stay at this campground in Tongariro Forest Park. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Mount ...
Wonderful stay!
"The host is ver friendly and helpful. The room is supper clean!"

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2019

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Central City Accommodation, Palmerston North

Central City Accommodation, Palmerston North

3 out of 5
110 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions The Square and Te Manawa ...
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Grand Hotel Wanganui

Grand Hotel Wanganui

3 out of 5
Cnr St Hill and Guyton Street, Whanganui
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui ...
"I really don't know how this place is still operating!!! Broken curtains, black mold , Damp smell, unsafe lift, and it goes on!!"

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2023

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The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3 out of 5
6 Millar Street, Tongariro National Park, National Park Village
The price is NZ$132 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
NZ$132
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Great Hotel Centrally located for National Park. Perfect for a short stay or longer. Access to Tongariro National Park skiing, or local walks. Staff were exceptionally friendly good service. I'll certainly stay again when visiting the area"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel

4.5 out of 5
151 London Street, Whanganui
The price is NZ$167 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$167
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (431 reviews)
"Very well kept, warm and quiet room with everything required for an enjoyable stay."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

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Astral Motel

Astral Motel

3 out of 5
46 Somme Parade, Whanganui
The price is NZ$131 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$131
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Kowhai Park and Sarjeant Gallery ...
7.8/10 Good! (338 reviews)
"Clean & Tidy. However, steam from shower not able to be gotten rid off."

Reviewed on 5 July 2025

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Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

3 out of 5
248 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$159 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
NZ$159
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Victoria Esplanade ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (230 reviews)
"very helpful staff."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

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Feilding Motel

Feilding Motel

3 out of 5
7 Kimbolton Road, Feilding
Stay at this 3-star motel in Feilding. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge).
"Beds comfy, room warm, welcoming greeting and nice and quiet area"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2020

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Plateau Lodge

Plateau Lodge

3 out of 5
17 Carroll Street, National Park Village
The price is NZ$124 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
NZ$124
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Marton Sash and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (332 reviews)
"Was a lovely stay!!! Just please please change your pillows so they aren’t lumpy makes a world of difference!"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

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Burwood Manor Motel

Burwood Manor Motel

2.5 out of 5
63-65 Dublin Street, Whanganui
The price is NZ$165 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$165
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Whanganui Museum are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (317 reviews)
"This is my third stay at Burwood Manor. I have liked this for overnight but on my longer stays I've been let down by room servicing not topping up all the conveniences like toilet paper and milk etc adequately- such small cost items should not be a source of dissatisfaction and an embarrasment or ..."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

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Station Lodge - Hostel

Station Lodge - Hostel

2 out of 5
60 Thames Street, Ohakune
Stay at this hostel in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Mountain Bike Station and Ohakune Disc Golf are located ...
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Aubyn Court Spa Motel

Aubyn Court Spa Motel

4 out of 5
360 Ferguson Street, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$203 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$203
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions The Square and Te Manawa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (626 reviews)
"Very pleasant owner and helpful. Big rooms and warm"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

4 out of 5
145 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$135 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
NZ$135
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
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The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

3 out of 5
6 Millar Street, Tongariro National Park, National Park Village
The price is NZ$132 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
NZ$132
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in National Park Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Great Hotel Centrally located for National Park. Perfect for a short stay or longer. Access to Tongariro National Park skiing, or local walks. Staff were exceptionally friendly good service. I'll certainly stay again when visiting the area"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

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Palmerston North Motel

Palmerston North Motel

3.5 out of 5
66 Linton Street, Palmerston North
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centrepoint Theatre and Te Manawa ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (381 reviews)
"Staff was great. Room was clean. Checking in and out was easy. Near shops and eats."

Reviewed on 13 July 2025

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Ossies Motels and Chalets

Ossies Motels and Chalets

3 out of 5
59 Tainui Street, Ohakune
The price is NZ$180 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
NZ$180
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Ohakune. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Ohakune Disc Golf and Big Carrot are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)
"Sadly, I didn’t meet John, whom I always spoke with on the phone, but it was great meeting the beautiful lady Susie. Love the place so cosy, quiet and peaceful but I don’t recommend it for a couple who have young children or toilet-trained children. My partner and I have to wake up four times in ..."

Reviewed on 20 July 2025

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How to book cheap flights

What is the lowest price on Wotif for a flight to Manawatū-Whanganui?

Flights to Manawatū-Whanganui start as low as NZ$391. Once you’ve snagged your flight, it’s time to build that itinerary. If your flight touches down in a bustling city, you’ll want a head start, so you can get from jet-way to getaway as quickly as possible. Flying for business? Squeeze in some sightseeing and a snack at a locally loved restaurant between meetings—you’ll have plenty of cash thanks to our cheap business class flights to Manawatū-Whanganui. You know what they say about all work and no play, after all.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Manawatū-Whanganui?

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What are the cheapest days to fly?

Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.

*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.