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Cheap flights from Rotorua to Australia from $397

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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROT — SYD
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Rotorua to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rotorua to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 26 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$716

One-way from

$397

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,027
8/10-15/10
  • 8/10-15/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 05m total
  • Rotorua to Australia
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17/1
  • 17/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 35m total
  • Rotorua to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($188 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Rotorua to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rotorua to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 August 2025.

Wed 8/1006:45ROT - MEL
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1023:55MEL - ROT
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/8$716
Fri 10/1006:45ROT - MEL
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/1023:55MEL - ROT
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8$761
Thu 9/1012:45ROT - MEL
1 stop6h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 16/1018:30MEL - ROT
1 stop12h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/8$875
Thu 11/1213:15ROT - MEL
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1218:30MEL - ROT
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8$878
Thu 9/1006:45ROT - SYD
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1021:30SYD - ROT
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/8$884
Tue 7/1006:45ROT - SYD
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1018:55SYD - ROT
2 stops36h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/8$885
Tue 7/1012:45ROT - SYD
1 stop6h 50mQantas Airways
Tue 14/1007:10SYD - ROT
1 stop23h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/8$892
Tue 7/1006:45ROT - SYD
1 stop16h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 14/1008:45SYD - ROT
1 stop22h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/8$901

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Rotorua

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

RotoruaMelbourne

ROT - MEL

ROTMEL

Rotorua

Wed 8/10

06:45-22:45

1 stop18h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

23:55-09:00

1 stop7h 05m

$716

RotoruaMelbourne

ROT - MEL

ROTMEL

Rotorua

Fri 10/10

06:45-22:45

1 stop18h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 17/10

23:55-09:00

1 stop7h 05m

$761

RotoruaMelbourne

ROT - MEL

ROTMEL

Rotorua

Thu 9/10

12:45-17:35

1 stop6h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

18:30-09:00

1 stop12h 30m

$875

RotoruaMelbourne

ROT - MEL

ROTMEL

Rotorua

Thu 11/12

13:15-22:50

1 stop11h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 14/12

18:30-09:00

1 stop12h 30m

$878

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Thu 9/10

06:45-10:35

1 stop29h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/10

21:30-09:00

2 stops33h 30m

$884

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Tue 7/10

06:45-10:35

1 stop29h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

18:55-09:00

2 stops36h 05m

$885

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Thu 9/10

06:45-21:40

1 stop16h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/10

18:45-12:15

1 stop15h 30m

$892

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Tue 7/10

12:45-17:35

1 stop6h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

07:10-09:00

1 stop23h 50m

$892

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Tue 7/10

06:45-21:40

1 stop16h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

08:45-09:00

1 stop22h 15m

$901

RotoruaMelbourne

ROT - MEL

ROTMEL

Rotorua

Sat 17/1

13:15-22:50

1 stop11h 35m

$397

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rotorua to Australia (average of $268). Flying from Rotorua to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Australia. Reviews last updated 26 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Rotorua to Australia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated 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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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Rotorua to Australia?

    If you book a flight to Australia from Rotorua, you will be flying from Rotorua, which is the city’s only airport. Rotorua (ROT) is located 7.1 km from the centre of Rotorua.

  • How long is the flight from Rotorua to Australia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Rotorua to Australia in 6h 50m. Fly via Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2300 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rotorua to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rotorua to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rotorua to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rotorua to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rotorua to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rotorua to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rotorua to Australia (average of $268). Flying from Rotorua to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Rotorua to Australia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$654Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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