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Cheap flights from Sydney to Rotorua from $838

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — ROT
16 Mar — 23 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Rotorua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Rotorua. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 February 2026.

Wed 1/418:55
SYD
-
ROT
1 stop11h 05m
Air New Zealand
Wed 8/406:50
ROT
-
SYD
1 stop27h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/2$838
Tue 28/707:10
SYD
-
ROT
1 stop9h 55m
Qantas Airways
Thu 30/710:05
ROT
-
SYD
1 stop10h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/2$915
Wed 1/421:10
SYD
-
ROT
2 stops10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/406:50
ROT
-
SYD
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2$962
Wed 1/408:45
SYD
-
ROT
2 stops22h 45m
Qantas Airways
Wed 8/406:50
ROT
-
SYD
2 stops14h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/2$1,157

Find flight deals from Sydney to Rotorua

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$915

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,390
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 28/7-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 00m total
  • Sydney to Rotorua
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($167 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($76 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/4

18:55-08:00

1 stop11h 05m

Rotorua

Wed 8/4

06:50-08:45

1 stop27h 55m

$838

SydneyRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/7

07:10-19:05

1 stop9h 55m

Rotorua

Thu 30/7

10:05-18:10

1 stop10h 05m

$915

SydneyRotorua

SYD - ROT

SYDROT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/4

08:45-09:30

2 stops22h 45m

Rotorua

Wed 8/4

06:50-18:55

2 stops14h 05m

$1,157

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Deals found on 14/2

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Rotorua

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Rotorua (average of $160). Flying from Sydney to Rotorua in May is currently the most expensive (average of $300). 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 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Rotorua, such as Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Rotorua?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways fly from Sydney to Rotorua in about 9h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2300 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Air New Zealand, at $593, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Rotorua.. Air New Zealand is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Rotorua that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Rotorua?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Rotorua (average of $160). Flying from Sydney to Rotorua in May is currently the most expensive (average of $300). 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 Sydney to Rotorua

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$593Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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