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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rotorua from $918

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — ROT
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult
Mon 22/4
Mon 29/4

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Rotorua

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 17 April 2024.

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April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,592

Round-trip from

$699
High demand for flights, 33% potential price rise
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From Melbourne to Rotorua
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne to Rotorua?

Travellers have found that booking a Tuesday departure is the best way to save up to 21% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Rotorua from Melbourne. Prices for September average $1,070 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $624. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of April. Opting for a September flight can save you 48% on your journey compared to booking in April

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Rotorua (MEL - ROT)?

When flying from Melbourne to Rotorua, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne to Rotorua

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Melbourne 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 603,200 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Air New Zealand flights heading from Melbourne to Rotorua. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Wed 8/508:45MEL - ROT
1 stop22h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/509:35ROT - MEL
1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/4$918
Wed 8/508:45MEL - ROT
1 stop22h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/517:50ROT - MEL
1 stop28h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/4$926

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Rotorua

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Melbourne 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 603,200 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Qantas Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Melbourne to Rotorua. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 8/509:25MEL - ROT
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$1,080
Wed 8/509:25MEL - ROT
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,089
Wed 8/513:00MEL - ROT
2 stops18h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$1,215
Wed 8/513:00MEL - ROT
2 stops18h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,226

Cheap Melbourne to Rotorua flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Rotorua specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 603,200 searches. Prices were last updated on 17 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Melbourne to Rotorua in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 8/508:45MEL - ROT
1 stop22h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/509:35ROT - MEL
1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/4$918
Wed 8/508:45MEL - ROT
1 stop22h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/517:50ROT - MEL
1 stop28h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/4$926
Wed 8/509:25MEL - ROT
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$1,080
Wed 8/509:25MEL - ROT
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,089
Wed 8/513:00MEL - ROT
2 stops18h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$1,215
Wed 8/513:00MEL - ROT
2 stops18h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,226

Melbourne to Rotorua 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Rotorua in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 603,200 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Melbourne to Rotorua in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 8/508:45MEL - ROT
1 stop22h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/509:35ROT - MEL
1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/4$918
Wed 8/508:45MEL - ROT
1 stop22h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/517:50ROT - MEL
1 stop28h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/4$926
Wed 8/509:25MEL - ROT
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$1,080
Wed 8/509:25MEL - ROT
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,089
Wed 8/513:00MEL - ROT
2 stops18h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$1,215
Wed 8/513:00MEL - ROT
2 stops18h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 11/511:30ROT - MEL
2 stops13h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,226

Find flights from Melbourne to Rotorua within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 603,200 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2024.

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$918 - $1,226

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Price

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 8/5

1 stop22h 20m

Rotorua

Sat 11/5

1 stop13h 00m

$918

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 8/5

1 stop22h 20m

Rotorua

Sat 11/5

1 stop28h 45m

$926

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 8/5

1 stop21h 40m

Rotorua

Sat 11/5

2 stops13h 10m

$1,080

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 8/5

1 stop21h 40m

Rotorua

Sat 11/5

2 stops13h 10m

$1,089

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 8/5

2 stops18h 05m

Rotorua

Sat 11/5

2 stops13h 10m

$1,215

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 8/5

2 stops18h 05m

Rotorua

Sat 11/5

2 stops13h 10m

$1,226

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Deals found on 16/4

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Rotorua?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Rotorua. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Midday
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Rotorua flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Rotorua by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Rotorua by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Rotorua is currently $0 while a return flight costs $1,076. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

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

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 17 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Rotorua by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
670 reviews
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Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
670 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
670 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,017 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
670 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    If you book a flight to Rotorua from Melbourne, you will be flying to Rotorua, which is the city’s only airport. Rotorua (ROT) is located 7.1 km from the centre of Rotorua. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Rotorua per day from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne to Rotorua for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to Rotorua for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $918, but on average you can expect to pay $1,075.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Rotorua round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($918), and Qantas Airways ($1,080) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Rotorua. Air New Zealand is currently priced 14% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does MEL to ROT mean?

    MEL and ROT are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. MEL to ROT refers to a flight route from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Rotorua with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Rotorua that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Rotorua that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Rotorua?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Rotorua flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne to Rotorua flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/4.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Rotorua

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Rotorua. 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 603,200 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2024.
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Air New ZealandCheapest$617Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$665Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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