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$414+ Cheap flights to Rotorua

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 23/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOS — ROT
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
1 adult
Wed 31/7
Wed 7/8

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 615,779 searches and data was last updated on 26 July 2024.

Return from

$698

One-way from

$414

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$727
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 7/8-13/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • Sydney to Rotorua
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23/8
  • 23/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 45m total
  • Sydney to Rotorua
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Cheap flights to Rotorua in July & August 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Rotorua in July and August 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 615,779 searches and data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
Thu 8/811:50SYD - ROT
1 stop19h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/811:30ROT - SYD
1 stop22h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$839
Thu 8/819:55SYD - ROT
2 stops11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/817:50ROT - SYD
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$896
Thu 8/814:40SYD - ROT
3 stops17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/817:50ROT - SYD
1 stop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,157
Thu 8/814:40SYD - ROT
3 stops17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/816:25ROT - SYD
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$2,045

Rotorua 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Rotorua in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 615,779 searches and data were last updated on 26 July 2024.
Wed 7/811:35SYD - ROT
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/809:35ROT - SYD
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$698
Wed 7/812:20SYD - ROT
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/810:15ROT - SYD
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$749
Thu 8/809:55SYD - ROT
1 stop5h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 13/817:50ROT - SYD
1 stop18h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$769
Fri 9/819:20SYD - ROT
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/809:35ROT - SYD
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$781
Thu 8/811:50SYD - ROT
1 stop19h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/811:30ROT - SYD
1 stop22h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$839
Thu 8/818:20SYD - ROT
2 stops12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/809:35ROT - SYD
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$840
Thu 8/819:55SYD - ROT
2 stops11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/817:50ROT - SYD
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$896
Fri 9/819:20SYD - ROT
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/811:30ROT - SYD
2 stops12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$917
Thu 8/815:00SYD - ROT
2 stops16h 05mQantas Airways
Tue 13/815:05ROT - SYD
2 stops27h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/7$1,097

One-way flights to Rotorua

Explore one-way flight options to Rotorua for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 615,779 searches and data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
Fri 23/819:20SYD - ROT
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$414
Fri 23/806:00SYD - ROT
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$462
Fri 23/811:35SYD - ROT
3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$760

Find flights to Rotorua within your budget

Locate flights to Rotorua that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 615,779 searches and data was last updated on 26 July 2024.

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Budget

$698 - $1,097

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Price

Sydney Kingsford SmithRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/8

1 stop19h 30m

Rotorua

Tue 13/8

1 stop14h 05m

$698

Sydney Kingsford SmithRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/8

2 stops18h 45m

Rotorua

Tue 13/8

1 stop9h 10m

$749

Sydney Kingsford SmithRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/8

1 stop5h 25m

Rotorua

Tue 13/8

1 stop18h 45m

$769

Sydney Kingsford SmithRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/8

1 stop11h 45m

Rotorua

Tue 13/8

1 stop14h 05m

$781

Sydney Kingsford SmithRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/8

1 stop19h 15m

Rotorua

Mon 12/8

1 stop22h 45m

$839

Sydney Kingsford SmithRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/8

2 stops12h 45m

Rotorua

Tue 13/8

1 stop14h 05m

$840

Sydney Kingsford SmithRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/8

2 stops11h 10m

Rotorua

Mon 12/8

1 stop16h 55m

$896

Sydney Kingsford SmithRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/8

1 stop11h 45m

Rotorua

Tue 13/8

2 stops12h 50m

$917

Sydney Kingsford SmithRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/8

2 stops16h 05m

Rotorua

Tue 13/8

2 stops27h 10m

$1,097

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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).

When is the cheapest time to fly to Rotorua?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Rotorua. Price data was last updated on 21 July 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Rotorua should consider flying on Monday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 26 July 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
564 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

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
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

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?

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
902 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.2
Very Good
564 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

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?

City overview

Flying to Rotorua is a wonderful way to begin your exploration of New Zealand. Whether you want to experience adventure, eco-tours, the geothermal pools in the area or its stunning forest region, or be pampered at a local spa resort, there is plenty to enjoy in this beautifully green, culturally diverse and historic region. Visitors to the area can experience cultural enrichment by learning about the ancient traditions and modern customs of the Maori at Whakarewarewa – The Living Maori Village or the Tamaki or Mitai Maori Villages. Then try some cycling and mountain biking in this scenic area. The region offers good fishing, hunting and golfing activities to enjoy, too, including some great trout fishing options.

If retail therapy is more your style, there are numerous options available to buy gifts, curios, clothing, footwear and homeware and for fine dining your will be spoilt for choice with both traditional Maori and contemporary fare. For lovers of pampering or those in need of healing, the region offers several spa and wellness facilities offering a range of treatments that can help to refresh your mind and body in some of the world’s most lush and beautiful environments. Museums and galleries are plentiful in the area and include the Arts Village and The Blue Baths.

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.

  • When is the best time to fly to Rotorua?

    Most travellers take flights to Rotorua during the summer (December to February) or autumn (March to May) months. During this time the weather is fine and clear. The winter months (June to August) are cool. While it rains throughout the year, the region gets more rain during winter. A number of festivals are held each year and it is a great idea to plan your flight to Rotorua to take advantage of these festivities and lifestyle events. The Bike Festival, Home and Garden Show and the Blue Baths Annual Wedding and Special Events Expo are some great options to explore. Rotorua Bike Festival is a 10-day festival in February which hosts over 30 different biking events. They range hugely in terms of difficulty and style offering hard-core cliff courses to family-friendly routes. The region offers bikers from all different backgrounds, be it road bikers, BMX bikers or mountain bikers to come and enjoy the celebration dedicated to bikes. The winter months of June, July and August are the low season in the area when the weather is cooler and there is more rain. Special offers on airfare, hotel and spa packages are generally available during these months, though some high season specials may run for a brief time, before the high season begins. Keep an eye out for these very brief deals.

  • What does ROT mean?

    ROT stands for Rotorua Airport. Codes like this one 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.

  • 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 (5 hours 25 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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