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Cheap flights from Rotorua to Christchurch from $171

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROT — CHC
5 бер. — 12 бер.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rotorua to Christchurch are usually found in November or August, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Rotorua to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rotorua to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 лютий 2026.

ср 18/317:10
ROT
-
CHC
1 stop4h 15m
Air New Zealand
ср 25/317:05
CHC
-
ROT
1 stop15h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 31/1$447
пт 20/317:10
ROT
-
CHC
1 stop5h 00m
Air New Zealand
пт 27/314:00
CHC
-
ROT
Nonstop1h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/2$454
ср 18/317:10
ROT
-
CHC
1 stop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
ср 25/318:50
CHC
-
ROT
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$485
чт 19/317:10
ROT
-
CHC
1 stop3h 45m
Air New Zealand
чт 26/305:45
CHC
-
ROT
1 stop3h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/2$507
пт 20/313:15
ROT
-
CHC
1 stop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
пт 27/320:35
CHC
-
ROT
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$525

Find flight deals from Rotorua to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rotorua (ROT) to Christchurch (CHC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 3 лютий 2026.

Round-trip from

$454

One-way from

$172

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$484

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$277 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 20/3-27/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 45m total
  • Rotorua to Christchurch
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 15/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 55m total
  • Rotorua to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($119 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Rotorua to Christchurch that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 3 лютий 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rotorua to Christchurch that are best for you.

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Rotorua

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Christchurch

Route

Departure

Return

Price

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

чт 19/3

17:10-20:55

1 stop3h 45m

Christchurch

чт 26/3

06:35-12:45

1 stop6h 10m

$497

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

пт 20/3

13:15-16:45

1 stop3h 30m

Christchurch

пт 27/3

20:35-09:00

1 stop12h 25m

$525

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

пт 20/3

16:15-18:15

Nonstop2h 00m

Christchurch

пт 27/3

14:00-15:45

Nonstop1h 45m

$553

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

пт 27/2

17:10-22:10

1 stop5h 00m

Christchurch

пт 6/3

05:45-09:00

1 stop3h 15m

$613

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

чт 19/3

13:15-20:35

2 stops7h 20m

Christchurch

чт 26/3

06:45-16:40

1 stop9h 55m

$669

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

ср 6/5

18:00-21:20

1 stop3h 20m

$171

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

сб 18/4

10:05-12:00

Nonstop1h 55m

$209

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

пт 17/4

06:50-23:40

1 stop16h 50m

$217

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

сб 28/2

14:05-09:25

1 stop19h 20m

$255

RotoruaChristchurch

ROT - CHC

ROTCHC

Rotorua

нд 1/3

17:10-22:10

1 stop5h 00m

$290

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Best time to book a flight from Rotorua to Christchurch

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Rotorua to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Rotorua to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Rotorua to Christchurch is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rotorua to Christchurch (average of $119). Flying from Rotorua to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of $205). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ROT to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Rotorua to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 лютий 2026.

When flying from Rotorua to Christchurch, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. Reviews last updated 3 лютий 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Rotorua to Christchurch to help guide your decision. 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
578 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Rotorua to Christchurch?

    If you book a flight from Rotorua to Christchurch, you will be flying from Rotorua to Christchurch. Flights to Christchurch (CHC) from Rotorua (ROT) take 2h 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Rotorua to Christchurch per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Rotorua to Christchurch flight route?

    The Rotorua to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 584 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Rotorua to Christchurch?

    There are many flights that can get you from Rotorua to Christchurch in 4h 15m. Fly via Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance between Rotorua and Christchurch is about 678 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rotorua to Christchurch round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Rotorua to Christchurch is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $206 on this airline. Air New Zealand is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rotorua to Christchurch?

    Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Rotorua, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (84%), Air New Zealand (77%), Singapore Airlines( 64%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rotorua to Christchurch?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Rotorua to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $313, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $191. The most popular route (Rotorua - Christchurch), is priced around $485.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rotorua to Christchurch 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 Christchurch?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rotorua to Christchurch (average of $119). Flying from Rotorua to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of $205). 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 Christchurch

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rotorua to Christchurch. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 3 лютий 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$206Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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