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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua from $1,119

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ROT
13 Nov — 20 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 (MEL) 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 14 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,119

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$699
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 24/12-2/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Rotorua
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($160 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 14 October 2025.

Wed 24/1218:30MEL - ROT
1 stop12h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 2/106:50ROT - MEL
1 stop7h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/10$1,119
Wed 24/1218:50MEL - ROT
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/114:05ROT - MEL
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,332

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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

$1,119

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

$1,177

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

$1,332

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Deals found on 14/10

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua (average of $323). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua in April is currently the most expensive (average of $718). 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 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 14 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

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
514 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

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?

    Most people fly into Rotorua (ROT) if they book a flight to Rotorua from Melbourne. On average, Rotorua has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 1 airline. Rotorua is conveniently located just 7.1 km from Rotorua’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua will take you 12h 30m. Melbourne Airport and Rotorua are separated by a distance of 2747 km.

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

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($626), offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua. This flight start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 Airport to Rotorua?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua (average of $323). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua in April is currently the most expensive (average of $718). 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$626Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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