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$721+ Cheap flights to Rotorua

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— ROT
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

Flights to Rotorua in 2024

Find the latest flights to Rotorua in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Return from

$721

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$940
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 10/2-13/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 25m total
  • Sydney to Rotorua
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 6% potential price drop
Average for return flights in December 2024

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Best flights to Rotorua
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Rotorua that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Mon 10/219:15SYD - ROT
1 stop11h 50mAir New Zealand
Thu 13/214:10ROT - SYD
1 stop20h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/12$721
Mon 10/219:15SYD - ROT
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/209:35ROT - SYD
2 stops11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$945

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SydneyRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/2

19:15-09:05

1 stop11h 50m

Rotorua

Thu 13/2

14:10-08:45

1 stop20h 35m

$721

SydneyRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/2

19:15-09:05

1 stop11h 50m

Rotorua

Thu 13/2

09:35-19:25

2 stops11h 50m

$945

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Deals found on 17/12

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Travel insights for flights to Rotorua

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Rotorua including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How long is the flight to Rotorua?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Rotorua takes 11 hours 50 minutes. Flights to Rotorua from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rotorua?

The cheapest airline flying from Sydney to Rotorua is Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in Rotorua by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rotorua ranges from 90.0 - 130.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Rotorua when rainfall is around 90.0 mm.

Temperature in Rotorua by month

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

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 18 December 2024.
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Getting around Rotorua

Once there, use your private rental car, local taxis or buses to travel around the city and do some sightseeing.

Getting downtown

The Rotorua International airport (ROT) is a gateway airport for the Bay of Plenty on the north island which includes Rotorua, making it easy to reach from several countries. Rental cars, shuttles, taxis or city bus transport are all available from the airport to transport you to the city. The city is located a mere 8 km from the airport, making it a 10-minute drive to reach it once you land.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rotorua?

    For a flight to Rotorua, you will be flying into Rotorua. Rotorua (ROT) is just 7.1 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rotorua if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rotorua on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rotorua?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air New Zealand is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rotorua.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rotorua depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rotorua, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Rotorua have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rotorua can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rotorua?

    Yes. Rotorua has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Airport Oasis is the closest property to Rotorua (0.0 km away from Rotorua).

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