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Rotorua.1.525 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Dublin on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rotorua on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.525 €, select.

Rotorua.2.458 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Emirates and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Dublin on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rotorua on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From 2.458 €, select.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to Rotorua?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Rotorua. But we found flights with one or more stops from 1.525 €.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Rotorua?

The cheapest month to fly to Rotorua is usually January.

How can I find the best flight deal to Rotorua?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rotorua but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Rotorua Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ireland and Rotorua Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Rotorua?

The best price we found for a return flight to Rotorua is 1.525 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Rotorua Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Rotorua Airport is Friday, 30 January 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Rotorua?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rotorua is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Rotorua with?

Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rotorua.

Flying to Rotorua

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	1.525 €
Cheapest month to fly	January

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How to find cheap flights to Rotorua International Airport (ROT)

Currently, 1.164 € is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Rotorua International Airport. Or you can reserve a round-trip plane ticket to ROT for 1.525 €.
Let the deals come to you by setting up a Price Alert for tickets to ROT. We'll do the monitoring for you, delivering updates when fares go down.
Roughly two months before your trip is a great time to book tickets to Rotorua, where Rotorua International Airport is located. That's the general recommendation for getting the lowest fares.
Check the 'Add nearby airports' option and expand your search for cheap flights to Rotorua. This will list all the airports around your departure and destination points.
Search for plane tickets to Rotorua International Airport that have a stop or two. Taking the scenic route can help you save. Once your results show up, use the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Rotorua

July is usually the cheapest month to hop on a flight to Rotorua.
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight to ROT that suits your budget and schedule.
If you'd love to experience Rotorua at its liveliest, book your flights to ROT for July. Travelling during peak periods typically means there's more to see and do compared to other times.
Travel in April if you'd rather avoid the crowds. This is the quietest period of the year and also when plane tickets to Rotorua are generally less expensive.
With averages of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF), January is when Rotorua is at its warmest. Schedule your visit around your preferred weather conditions to make the most of your trip.
Temperatures are at their lowest in July, when they range from 3ºC (37ºF) to 12ºC (54ºF).
With five days of rain on average, February is the driest month in Rotorua.
It rains the most in September, which gets around 11 days of wet weather.

Travelling to Rotorua International Airport (ROT): What you need to know

Take the quickest route to Rotorua with Air New Zealand. This top airline operates direct flights to Rotorua International Airport.
If you want to jet off with the most consistently on-time carrier, book your ROT plane ticket with Air New Zealand. Up to 74% of its flights into this airport touch down on schedule.
When you touch down at ROT, you'll be in the UTC+13 timezone.
Be tucked up in bed shortly after your flight to ROT. Book a room at one of these stays near Rotorua International Airport and you'll be catching z's in no time:
Hit the ground running when you collect a car hire in ROT. Find your ideal ride with Thrifty, Europcar or Ezi and experience parts of Rotorua that you won't find in every travel brochure.
Rotorua International Airport has an on-time performance of 64%. This percentage shows how often flights from ROT arrive at their destination as planned.
Rotorua International Airport is located in Rotorua, Waikato Region, New Zealand.

Getting to central Rotorua from Rotorua International Airport (ROT)

The distance from ROT to central Rotorua is about 10 kilometres.
You'll reach the centre in around 15 minutes if you're catching a cab or a ride-share after your flight to ROT.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour on public transport.
If you're eager to stay near all the action in Rotorua, drop your bags at one of these top options:

Rotorua highlights

Jump off your flight to Rotorua and head directly for these must-visit attractions:
- Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest: A classic place to kick off your sightseeing, this landmark is around 3 kilometres south-east of the city centre.
- Government Gardens: Here's where you can slow things down a little while exploring Rotorua. You'll find this park roughly 0.80 kilometres north-east of the centre.
- Hot Water: Take on this landmark next. About 0.97 kilometres north-west of the city centre, it's well worth stopping by for the full Rotorua experience.

How to get to Hamilton from Rotorua International Airport (ROT)

Starting your trip in Hamilton? From ROT, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes to drive there. The city is about 121 kilometres from the airport.
Allow roughly 3 hours if you decide to travel to Hamilton on public transport.

Travelling from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Tauranga

If Tauranga is where you're off to, public transport takes around 14 hours 30 minutes from Rotorua International Airport. This city is about 48 kilometres from ROT.
Making the trip by car takes roughly 55 minutes.

Explore more of New Zealand

Up for more exploring? Auckland is a must-do while you're in New Zealand. It's about 193 kilometres north-west of Rotorua and features Rangitoto Island, Auckland Bridge Climb and Bungy and Auckland Waterfront. The major airport for this city is Auckland Airport (AKL).
Manukau City is another place that's too good to skip while you're in New Zealand. You'll find it roughly 177 kilometres north-west of Rotorua. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and Kotuku House are major draws.
Make room for one more stop with Hamilton, which is roughly 97 kilometres west of Rotorua. Hamilton Pools, Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral all make a strong case for visiting. You can get to this city by catching a flight to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ).