Cheap flights from Rotorua to Christchurch from $174
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
21 Jan — 28 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
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 Thursday or Wednesday 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 22 December 2025.
Thu 25/1213:20ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/112:30CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$650
Mon 22/1213:20ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/109:50CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$724
Best flights from Rotorua to Christchurch
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Rotorua to Christchurch that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 22 December 2025.
Mon 23/214:05ROT - CHC
1 stop6h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 27/212:30CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$420
Thu 25/1213:20ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/109:50CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/12$650
Sun 4/114:45ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/112:15CHC - ROT
1 stop4h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/12$651
Direct flights from Rotorua to Christchurch
Explore direct flight options from Rotorua to Christchurch based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 22 December 2025.
Fri 27/314:45ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 3/414:05CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$337
Wed 25/314:45ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 3/414:05CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$344
Thu 26/316:15ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 3/414:05CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$377
Mon 23/214:45ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 27/214:00CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$472
Sun 4/114:45ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/112:30CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/12$747
Last-minute flights from Rotorua to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Rotorua to Christchurch. Data last updated 22 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 22/1213:20ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/109:50CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$724
Thu 25/1213:20ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/112:30CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$650
Sun 4/114:45ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/112:15CHC - ROT
1 stop4h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/12$651
One-way flights from Rotorua to Christchurch
Search for one-way flight options from Rotorua to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 22 December 2025.
Wed 6/506:50ROT - CHC
1 stop2h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$174
Wed 18/314:45ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$189
Mon 16/314:05ROT - CHC
1 stop4h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$196
Tue 17/314:05ROT - CHC
1 stop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/12$201
Wed 25/214:45ROT - CHC
Nonstop2h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/12$248
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 22 December 2025.
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Departure
Return
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RotoruaChristchurch
ROT - CHC
ROTCHC
Rotorua
Mon 23/2
14:05-20:10
1 stop6h 05m
Christchurch
Fri 27/2
12:30-14:15
Nonstop1h 45m
$420
RotoruaChristchurch
ROT - CHC
ROTCHC
Rotorua
Thu 25/12
13:20-15:20
Nonstop2h 00m
Christchurch
Tue 6/1
09:50-11:35
Nonstop1h 45m
$650
RotoruaChristchurch
ROT - CHC
ROTCHC
Rotorua
Sun 4/1
14:45-16:45
Nonstop2h 00m
Christchurch
Thu 8/1
12:15-16:40
1 stop4h 25m
$651
RotoruaChristchurch
ROT - CHC
ROTCHC
Rotorua
Wed 18/3
14:45-16:45
Nonstop2h 00m
$189
RotoruaChristchurch
ROT - CHC
ROTCHC
Rotorua
Mon 16/3
14:05-18:55
1 stop4h 50m
$196
RotoruaChristchurch
ROT - CHC
ROTCHC
Rotorua
Tue 17/3
14:45-16:45
Nonstop2h 00m
$221
RotoruaChristchurch
ROT - CHC
ROTCHC
Rotorua
Wed 25/2
14:45-16:45
Nonstop2h 00m
$248
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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 19 December 2025.
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 $127). Flying from Rotorua to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of $215). 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 22 December 2025.
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.
Weekly flight availability from Rotorua to Christchurch
Explore weekly flight availability from Rotorua to Christchurch. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 December 2025.
The most flights from ROT to CHC are scheduled on a Friday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
How often are flights from Rotorua to Christchurch delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Rotorua and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 78 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Rotorua to Christchurch flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Rotorua to Christchurch flights?
Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Rotorua to Christchurch?
Share of one-stop return flights from Rotorua to Christchurch chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Auckland (AKL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 52% of one-stop itineraries from Rotorua to Christchurch on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Rotorua to Christchurch?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Rotorua to Christchurch, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Wellington (WLG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $386.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Rotorua to Christchurch?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Rotorua to Christchurch, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Auckland (AKL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 3h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Rotorua to Christchurch?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Rotorua to Christchurch, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Wellington (WLG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 09m.
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 22 December 2025.
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.
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
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 5 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 603 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 6h 05m. 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 $225 on this airline. Air New Zealand is currently priced 48% 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 (86%), Air New Zealand (82%), Singapore Airlines( 73%).
What are the cheapest flights from Rotorua to Christchurch?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Rotorua to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $375, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $161. The most popular route (Rotorua - Christchurch), is priced around $337.
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 $127). Flying from Rotorua to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of $215). 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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