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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Rotorua from $160

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — ROT
29 Jul — 5 Aug1
1 adult
Mon 29/7
Mon 5/8

The best prices from Christchurch to Rotorua are usually found in June or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Rotorua

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Rotorua (ROT). 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 24 July 2024.

Round-trip from

$160

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$403
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 18/10-22/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Christchurch to Rotorua
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Christchurch to Rotorua?

Users have found that flying from Christchurch to Rotorua on a Monday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Christchurch to Rotorua at least 48 days early can save you up to 126% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 48 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Christchurch to Rotorua for as little as $367 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $593 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Rotorua?

June can be a great time to fly to Rotorua from Christchurch with a flight ticket averaging about $388. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of June for as cheap as $221. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of November.

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Christchurch to Rotorua at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Christchurch to Rotorua

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Christchurch and Rotorua. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 139,209 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2024.
Fri 18/1010:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 22/1011:30ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$160
Fri 18/1010:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 22/1010:15ROT - CHC
1 stop6h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$222
Sat 28/910:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 6/1011:30ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$394
Sat 28/910:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 6/1011:30ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/7$396
Fri 18/1011:05CHC - ROT
1 stop8h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 22/1016:25ROT - CHC
2 stops5h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$421
Sat 28/910:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 6/1010:15ROT - CHC
1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/7$443
Sat 28/910:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 6/1009:35ROT - CHC
1 stop6h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$480
Sat 28/916:00CHC - ROT
1 stop16h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 6/1010:15ROT - CHC
1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/7$543
Sat 28/916:00CHC - ROT
1 stop16h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 6/1009:35ROT - CHC
1 stop9h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$581

Christchurch to Rotorua 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Christchurch and Rotorua in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 139,209 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2024.
Fri 18/1010:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 22/1011:30ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$160
Fri 18/1010:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 22/1010:15ROT - CHC
1 stop6h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$222
Fri 18/1020:25CHC - ROT
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 22/1009:35ROT - CHC
1 stop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$275
Sat 16/1109:15CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 22/1115:00ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$303
Sat 16/1109:15CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 22/1114:10ROT - CHC
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$330
Fri 15/1116:05CHC - ROT
1 stop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Fri 22/1115:00ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$339
Fri 15/1116:05CHC - ROT
1 stop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Fri 22/1114:10ROT - CHC
1 stop8h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$364
Sat 16/1112:10CHC - ROT
1 stop3h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 22/1114:10ROT - CHC
1 stop8h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$377
Fri 15/1109:15CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 22/1115:00ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$384

Direct flights to Rotorua from Christchurch

Discover direct flight options from Christchurch to Rotorua. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 139,209 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2024.
Fri 18/1010:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 22/1011:30ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$160
Sat 16/1109:15CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 22/1115:00ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$303
Fri 15/1109:15CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 22/1115:00ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$384
Sat 28/910:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 6/1011:30ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$394
Sat 28/910:45CHC - ROT
Nonstop1h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 6/1011:30ROT - CHC
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/7$396

Find flights from Christchurch to Rotorua within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Rotorua 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 139,209 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2024.

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$160 - $543

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Price

ChristchurchRotorua

CHC - ROT

CHCROT

Christchurch

Fri 18/10

Nonstop1h 45m

Rotorua

Tue 22/10

Nonstop1h 55m

$160

ChristchurchRotorua

CHC - ROT

CHCROT

Christchurch

Fri 18/10

Nonstop1h 45m

Rotorua

Tue 22/10

1 stop6h 25m

$222

ChristchurchRotorua

CHC - ROT

CHCROT

Christchurch

Fri 18/10

1 stop12h 40m

Rotorua

Tue 22/10

1 stop3h 25m

$275

ChristchurchRotorua

CHC - ROT

CHCROT

Christchurch

Sat 28/9

Nonstop1h 45m

Rotorua

Sun 6/10

Nonstop1h 55m

$394

ChristchurchRotorua

CHC - ROT

CHCROT

Christchurch

Sat 28/9

Nonstop1h 45m

Rotorua

Sun 6/10

Nonstop1h 55m

$396

ChristchurchRotorua

CHC - ROT

CHCROT

Christchurch

Fri 18/10

1 stop8h 20m

Rotorua

Tue 22/10

2 stops5h 40m

$421

ChristchurchRotorua

CHC - ROT

CHCROT

Christchurch

Sat 28/9

Nonstop1h 45m

Rotorua

Sun 6/10

1 stop21h 15m

$443

ChristchurchRotorua

CHC - ROT

CHCROT

Christchurch

Sat 28/9

Nonstop1h 45m

Rotorua

Sun 6/10

1 stop6h 50m

$480

ChristchurchRotorua

CHC - ROT

CHCROT

Christchurch

Sat 28/9

1 stop16h 05m

Rotorua

Sun 6/10

1 stop21h 15m

$543

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Rotorua. Price data was last updated on 23 July 2024.
The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Rotorua is 82 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.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Christchurch to Rotorua?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Christchurch to Rotorua. Price data was last updated on 21 July 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to Rotorua flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Rotorua

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Temperature and rainfall in Rotorua by month

Plan your trip to Rotorua by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ROT

Temperature

8 - 18 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rotorua, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rotorua

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rotorua. 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 Rotorua. Reviews last updated 24 July 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
564 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
564 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
564 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Related info for your journey

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

    Rotorua is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Rotorua from Christchurch. Booking flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Rotorua (ROT) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily flights to Rotorua from 1 airline. 1h 45m is how long a flight from Christchurch to Rotorua will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • Can I find flights from Christchurch to Rotorua for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Christchurch to Rotorua for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $160, but on average you can expect to pay $465.

  • Are there direct flights from Christchurch to Rotorua for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 5 direct flights from Christchurch to Rotorua under $200. A good price for a direct flight from Christchurch to Rotorua is less than $327.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Rotorua flight route?

    The Christchurch to Rotorua flight path was viewed by 293 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Rotorua, with prices starting at $160. You may be able to fly from Christchurch to Rotorua for 58% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Christchurch to Rotorua consider choosing Singapore Airlines(90%), Air New Zealand(83%) or Qantas Airways(68%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    While on average a flight from Christchurch to Rotorua is generally $270, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $120. When looking at the most popular route, (Christchurch - Rotorua), you can expect to pay $396 for that flight.

  • What does CHC to ROT mean?

    CHC stands for Christchurch Airport, while ROT stands for Rotorua Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Rotorua that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Christchurch to Rotorua flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Christchurch to Rotorua with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Christchurch to Rotorua flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Rotorua that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Christchurch to Rotorua offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Christchurch to Rotorua flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Christchurch to Rotorua flight deals updated?

    The Christchurch to Rotorua flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 24/7.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Rotorua (average of $116). Flying from Christchurch to Rotorua in December is currently the most expensive (average of $201). 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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Hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Rotorua

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