What airport do you fly into for flights to Taupo?

Booking a flight to Taupo (TUO) is your only option if you intend on flying to Taupo. It is only a 5.8 km journey from Taupo to Taupo’s city centre.

Can I find cheaper flights to Taupo 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 Taupo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Taupo?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air New Zealand is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Taupo.

Where does the fastest flight to Taupo depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Taupo, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 10 minutes).

Does Taupo have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Taupo can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Taupo?

Yes. Taupo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Brand New Home 2024 is the closest property to Taupo (0.0 km away from Taupo).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Taupo?

The most popular airline flying from Sydney to Taupo is Air New Zealand.

How long is the flight to Taupo?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Taupo takes 20 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Taupo from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Taupo ranges from 60.0 - 120.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Taupo when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Taupo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February 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 7.0 C).

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Popular in	October
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Average price	$821

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28h 10m total
Sydney to Taupo

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Fri 31/1019:15SYD - TUO

1 stop20h 30mAir New Zealand

Fri 7/1118:15TUO - SYD

1 stop16h 30mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/9$723

Wed 29/1009:00SYD - TUO

1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1118:15TUO - SYD

2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$809

Thu 16/1018:20SYD - TUO

1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand

Thu 23/1009:15TUO - SYD

1 stop9h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/9$896

Thu 16/1018:45SYD - TUO

2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines

Thu 23/1018:05TUO - SYD

2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,132

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Wed 29/1009:00SYD - TUO

1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1118:15TUO - SYD

2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$809

Wed 7/113:55SYD - TUO

1 stop25h 50mAir New Zealand

Sat 17/110:05TUO - SYD

1 stop26h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/9$1,310

Wed 14/111:45SYD - TUO

1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand

Fri 23/118:15TUO - SYD

1 stop18h 15mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/9$1,310

Wed 14/115:00SYD - TUO

2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines

Fri 23/110:05TUO - SYD

2 stops11h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$2,359

Wed 7/115:00SYD - TUO

2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines

Sat 17/110:05TUO - SYD

2 stops13h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$2,367

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Price

SydneyTaupo

SYD - TUO

SYDTUO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/10

09:00-17:45

1 stop6h 45m

Taupo

Wed 5/11

18:15-13:40

2 stops21h 25m

$809

SydneyTaupo

SYD - TUO

SYDTUO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/1

13:55-17:45

1 stop25h 50m

Taupo

Sat 17/1

10:05-10:30

1 stop26h 25m

$1,310

SydneyTaupo

SYD - TUO

SYDTUO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/1

11:45-09:35

1 stop19h 50m

Taupo

Fri 23/1

18:15-10:30

1 stop18h 15m

$1,310

SydneyTaupo

SYD - TUO

SYDTUO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/1

15:00-09:35

2 stops16h 35m

Taupo

Fri 23/1

10:05-19:15

2 stops11h 10m

$2,359

SydneyTaupo

SYD - TUO

SYDTUO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/1

15:00-09:35

2 stops16h 35m

Taupo

Sat 17/1

10:05-21:30

2 stops13h 25m

$2,367

SydneyTaupo

SYD - TUO

SYDTUO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 27/12

06:05-09:35

2 stops25h 30m

$614

SydneyTaupo

SYD - TUO

SYDTUO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 27/12

11:45-09:35

1 stop19h 50m

$717

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Taupo?

The cheapest airline flying from Sydney to Taupo is Air New Zealand.

Reviews of airlines servicing Taupo

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand to New Zealand by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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8.0

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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

505 reviews

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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.

FAQs about flying to Taupo

What airport do you fly into for flights to Taupo?
Booking a flight to Taupo (TUO) is your only option if you intend on flying to Taupo. It is only a 5.8 km journey from Taupo to Taupo’s city centre.
Can I find cheaper flights to Taupo 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 Taupo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Taupo?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air New Zealand is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Taupo.
Where does the fastest flight to Taupo depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Taupo, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 10 minutes).
Does Taupo have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Taupo can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Taupo?
Yes. Taupo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Brand New Home 2024 is the closest property to Taupo (0.0 km away from Taupo).

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