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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rotorua from $657

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ROT
15 Nov — 22 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 16 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$657

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$696
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 29/11-6/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Rotorua
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($156 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rotorua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Rotorua. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 October 2025.

Sat 29/1112:10MEL - ROT
1 stop22h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 6/1213:15ROT - MEL
1 stop6h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/10$657
Sat 29/1114:20MEL - ROT
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1214:45ROT - MEL
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,033
Wed 24/1218:30MEL - ROT
1 stop12h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 2/106:50ROT - MEL
1 stop7h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/10$1,113
Wed 24/1218:50MEL - ROT
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/114:05ROT - MEL
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,325

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MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sat 29/11

12:10-12:45

1 stop22h 35m

Rotorua

Sat 6/12

13:15-17:40

1 stop6h 25m

$657

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sat 29/11

14:20-19:05

2 stops26h 45m

Rotorua

Sat 6/12

14:45-08:10

2 stops19h 25m

$1,033

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 24/12

18:30-09:00

1 stop12h 30m

Rotorua

Fri 2/1

06:50-12:40

1 stop7h 50m

$1,113

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

06:45-19:05

1 stop10h 20m

Rotorua

Wed 18/2

12:10-17:40

1 stop7h 30m

$1,172

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 24/12

18:50-09:00

1 stop12h 10m

Rotorua

Fri 2/1

14:05-07:35

2 stops19h 30m

$1,325

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Deals found on 14/10

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rotorua (average of $321). Flying from Melbourne to Rotorua in April is currently the most expensive (average of $714). 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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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 16 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Melbourne to Rotorua to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
515 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 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
515 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
515 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 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 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 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Rotorua?

    Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne to Rotorua in just under 12h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 05m. The distance between Melbourne and Rotorua is about 2747 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($623), offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Rotorua. Air New Zealand is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rotorua (average of $321). Flying from Melbourne to Rotorua in April is currently the most expensive (average of $714). 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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Top airline flying from Melbourne to Rotorua

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Air New ZealandCheapest$623Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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