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Cheap flights from Rotorua to Sydney from $879

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROT — SYD
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rotorua (ROT) to Sydney (SYD). 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 October 2025.

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$879
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 6/12-13/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 00m total
  • Rotorua to Sydney
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rotorua to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 October 2025.

Sat 6/1206:50ROT - SYD
1 stop14h 15mAir New Zealand
Sat 13/1218:50SYD - ROT
1 stop16h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/10$879

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RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Sat 6/12

06:50-19:05

1 stop14h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/12

18:50-13:35

1 stop16h 45m

$879

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Thu 12/3

13:15-20:50

1 stop9h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

07:05-19:05

1 stop10h 00m

$949

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Fri 6/3

13:15-20:50

1 stop9h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

19:15-09:00

1 stop11h 45m

$949

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Fri 13/2

14:05-07:45

1 stop19h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

19:15-09:00

1 stop11h 45m

$954

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Tue 24/2

14:05-07:45

1 stop19h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/2

18:40-13:35

1 stop16h 55m

$961

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Tue 3/3

06:50-17:40

1 stop12h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

19:15-09:00

1 stop11h 45m

$968

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Wed 11/3

06:50-20:50

1 stop16h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/3

19:15-09:00

1 stop11h 45m

$968

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Thu 5/3

06:50-20:50

1 stop16h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

19:15-09:00

1 stop11h 45m

$968

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Thu 26/2

06:50-17:40

1 stop12h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

19:15-09:00

1 stop11h 45m

$968

RotoruaSydney

ROT - SYD

ROTSYD

Rotorua

Wed 18/3

06:50-17:40

1 stop12h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

19:15-09:00

1 stop11h 45m

$968

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Best time to book a flight from Rotorua to Sydney

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rotorua to Sydney (average of $160). Flying from Rotorua to Sydney in May is currently the most expensive (average of $694). 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 Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 24 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from Rotorua to Sydney by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
517 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
517 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
517 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rotorua to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Rotorua to Sydney?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways fly from Rotorua to Sydney in about 9h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 40m. There are 2300 km between Rotorua and Sydney. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rotorua to Sydney round-trip from $706.

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rotorua to Sydney (average of $160). Flying from Rotorua to Sydney in May is currently the most expensive (average of $694). 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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