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$102+ Cheap flights from Rotorua

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ROT — CHC
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

What to know about flights from Rotorua

Discover essential information about flights departing from Rotorua, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Rotorua airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$66

Cheapest round-trip flight

$213

Cheapest airline

Air New Zealand

Most popular destination

Auckland Intl (AKL)

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$98 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Rotorua is currently to Auckland Intl.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Rotorua is currently to Wellington.
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On average, Air New Zealand currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Rotorua (avg. price of $274).
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Auckland Intl (AKL) is currently the most popular flight destination from Rotorua (average return price of $200).
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Cheapest flights from Rotorua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rotorua. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Sat 25/1012:45ROT - WLG
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 27/1007:00WLG - ROT
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$209
Thu 30/1014:05ROT - WLG
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/1115:25WLG - ROT
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$241
Wed 29/1014:05ROT - WLG
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/1112:20WLG - ROT
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/9$289
Fri 31/1014:05ROT - WLG
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/1108:25WLG - ROT
1 stop4h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$313
Thu 30/1016:15ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/1114:00CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/9$318
Sun 9/1117:10ROT - CHC
1 stop4h 15mAir New Zealand
Sat 22/1109:50CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$440
Thu 30/1017:10ROT - CHC
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1106:45CHC - ROT
2 stops6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$512
Wed 1/1013:20ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 5/1009:15CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$549
Thu 2/1006:45ROT - CHC
1 stop6h 40mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/1009:15CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$582
Wed 29/1006:50ROT - SYD
1 stop13h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/1107:45SYD - ROT
1 stop23h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/9$857
Fri 31/1013:15ROT - SYD
1 stop10h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/1119:15SYD - ROT
1 stop11h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$875
Fri 31/1013:15ROT - SYD
2 stops11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1106:20SYD - ROT
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$893

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Find flights departing from Rotorua that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 16 September 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches

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Christchurch

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Departure

Return

Price

RotoruaWellington

ROT - WLG

ROTWLG

Rotorua

Sat 25/10

12:45-14:00

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Mon 27/10

07:00-08:15

Nonstop1h 15m

$209

RotoruaWellington

ROT - WLG

ROTWLG

Rotorua

Thu 30/10

14:05-15:20

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Thu 6/11

15:25-16:40

Nonstop1h 15m

$241

RotoruaWellington

ROT - WLG

ROTWLG

Rotorua

Fri 31/10

14:05-15:20

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Fri 7/11

08:25-12:45

1 stop4h 20m

$313

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

Thu 30/10

16:15-18:15

Nonstop2h 00m

Christchurch

Thu 6/11

14:00-15:45

Nonstop1h 45m

$318

RotoruaWellington

ROT - WLG

ROTWLG

Rotorua

Sat 3/1

09:35-10:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Wellington

Sat 3/1

15:25-16:40

Nonstop1h 15m

$412

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

Sun 9/11

17:10-21:25

1 stop4h 15m

Christchurch

Sat 22/11

09:50-11:35

Nonstop1h 45m

$440

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

Thu 30/10

17:10-22:10

1 stop5h 00m

Christchurch

Thu 6/11

06:45-12:45

2 stops6h 00m

$512

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

Wed 1/10

13:20-15:15

Nonstop1h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 5/10

09:15-11:05

Nonstop1h 50m

$549

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

Thu 2/10

06:45-13:25

1 stop6h 40m

Christchurch

Mon 6/10

09:15-11:05

Nonstop1h 50m

$582

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Fri 31/10

13:15-08:00

1 stop20h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/11

06:20-09:00

1 stop24h 40m

$857

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Travel insights for flights from Rotorua

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When is the best time to book a flight from Rotorua?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Rotorua to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Rotorua, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rotorua?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rotorua (average of $161). Flying from Rotorua in July will prove the most costly (average of $209). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Rotorua?

For round-trip flights from Rotorua you’ll fly on: Air New Zealand. This airline flies to the following popular destinations: Christchurch.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $105

What are popular destinations to fly to from Rotorua?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Rotorua everyday are: Auckland (51 flights per day), Christchurch (21 flights per day), and Wellington (21 flights per day).

Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $40
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $59
Wellington
Wellington
From $61

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Rotorua?

The cheapest city to fly to from Rotorua is Auckland Intl, with prices starting at $66. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $40
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $59
Wellington
Wellington
From $61

Airline reviews for flights from Rotorua

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Rotorua. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Rotorua. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from Rotorua by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Rotorua. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Rotorua?

    The most popular destinations from Rotorua this month are Christchurch, Wellington, Queenstown. The top year-round destinations include Christchurch, Wellington, Queenstown.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Rotorua to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Rotorua for as low as $66 to Auckland (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $316 to fly from Rotorua.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Rotorua?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Rotorua are below:
    Fly from Rotorua to Auckland starting at $1,844

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Rotorua?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Rotorua is currently August; with July being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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