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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rotorua from $377

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ROT
14 Jun — 21 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 15 May 2026.

Sun 13/923:55
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/906:50
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$724
Mon 14/923:55
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/906:50
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$728
Sun 13/923:55
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/916:30
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$734
Mon 14/923:55
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/916:30
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$736
Mon 14/923:55
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/916:30
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop9h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$738
Tue 15/918:45
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop12h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/906:50
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$756
Thu 17/923:55
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/906:50
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$760
Fri 18/923:55
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/906:50
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$763
Tue 15/918:45
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop12h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/916:30
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$765
Tue 15/918:45
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop12h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/916:30
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop9h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$767
Sun 13/923:55
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/911:55
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$770
Sun 13/923:55
MEL
-
ROT
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 25/916:30
ROT
-
MEL
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$771

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Round-trip from

$724

One-way from

$377
13/9-24/9
  • 13/9-24/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Rotorua
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31/5
  • 31/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Rotorua
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Price

Cheapest return flight
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MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

08:00-17:30

1 stop7h 30m

Rotorua

Wed 2/9

10:05-17:35

1 stop9h 30m

$923

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Mon 17/8

06:35-19:05

1 stop10h 30m

Rotorua

Thu 20/8

10:05-08:10

1 stop24h 05m

$926

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

17:00-19:05

1 stop24h 05m

Rotorua

Sat 26/9

06:50-08:20

1 stop27h 30m

$959

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

17:00-19:05

1 stop24h 05m

Rotorua

Thu 24/9

06:50-17:25

1 stop12h 35m

$973

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

17:00-19:05

1 stop24h 05m

Rotorua

Sun 27/9

11:55-08:10

2 stops23h 15m

$1,202

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Fri 18/9

18:30-09:30

1 stop13h 00m

Rotorua

Sun 27/9

11:55-08:10

2 stops23h 15m

$1,202
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sat 30/5

23:55-13:30

1 stop11h 35m

$456

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

23:55-19:05

1 stop17h 10m

$463
Fastest single journey

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

23:55-09:30

1 stop7h 35m

$506

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

18:45-14:00

2 stops17h 15m

$569

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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 15 May 2026.
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
642 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
642 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
642 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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?

    Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne to Rotorua in just under 10h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Melbourne and Rotorua is about 2747 km.

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

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($560), offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Rotorua.

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

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  • 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.

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Top airline flying from Melbourne to Rotorua

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$560Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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