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Rotorua.407 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Sun, 22 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rotorua on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 407 €, select.
Rotorua.510 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Rotorua on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 510 €, select.
Rotorua.516 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Sep, returning Sun, 14 Sep.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Rotorua on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 516 €, select.
Rotorua.667 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Rotorua on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 667 €, select.
Rotorua.680 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Rotorua on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 680 €, select.
Rotorua.696 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Dec, returning Wed, 31 Dec.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Rotorua on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 696 €, select.
Rotorua.815 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Rotorua on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From 815 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Rotorua flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Jul
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Sydney to Rotorua: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Rotorua below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rotorua.

Sydney to Rotorua: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found407 €
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Rotorua: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Rotorua is 407 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Rotorua. But we found flights with one or more stops from 407 €.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Rotorua.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Rotorua is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Rotorua Airport on Monday, 16 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Rotorua Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rotorua.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rotorua International Airport (ROT): what you need to know

  • Your SYD to ROT flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rotorua International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and ROT:

    • Auckland Airport

    • Wellington International Airport

    • Christchurch International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rotorua International Airport (ROT)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rotorua International Airport flight is 235 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 407 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from SYD to ROT, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rotorua International Airport.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SYD to ROT is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rotorua International Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rotorua International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Rotorua International Airport (ROT)

  • If you're landing on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rotorua International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near ROT:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Rotorua International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Ezi and find adventure across Rotorua and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Rotorua International Airport around one week before your trip.

Getting from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to central Rotorua

  • Rotorua International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Rotorua. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour.

When to fly to Rotorua International Airport (ROT)

  • March is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rotorua International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Rotorua in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rotorua International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Rotorua, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to ROT in July. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Rotorua has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres north-west of Rotorua, a visit to Auckland will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of New Zealand, head for Wellington, about 370 kilometres south of Rotorua. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are among the biggest draws.

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