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Flight deals from Rotorua to Auckland International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Rotorua to Auckland International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Auckland.C$178 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 1, returning Mon, Aug 11.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Rotorua on Fri, Aug 1, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Mon, Aug 11, arriving in Rotorua.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$178, select.
Auckland.C$189 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 22, returning Sun, Jun 29.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Rotorua on Sun, Jun 22, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Sun, Jun 29, arriving in Rotorua.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$189, select.
Auckland.C$190 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 23, returning Thu, Sep 25.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Rotorua on Tue, Sep 23, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Thu, Sep 25, arriving in Rotorua.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$190, select.
Auckland.C$229 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 21, returning Wed, Dec 10.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Rotorua on Fri, Nov 21, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Wed, Dec 10, arriving in Rotorua.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$229, select.
Auckland.C$244 per passenger.Departing Mon, Apr 6, returning Sat, Apr 25.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Rotorua on Mon, Apr 6, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Sat, Apr 25, arriving in Rotorua.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$244, select.
Auckland.C$246 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 17, returning Sun, Jul 20.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Rotorua on Thu, Jul 17, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Sun, Jul 20, arriving in Rotorua.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$246, select.
Auckland.C$270 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 27, returning Fri, Sep 5.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Rotorua on Wed, Aug 27, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Fri, Sep 5, arriving in Rotorua.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$270, select.
Auckland.C$305 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 12, returning Mon, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Rotorua on Mon, May 12, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departing from Auckland International on Mon, Jun 2, arriving in Rotorua.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$305, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rotorua to Auckland International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rotorua to Auckland International flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from C$316
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from C$189
Jul
from C$246
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from C$178
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from C$190
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Rotorua to Auckland International: Alternative routes

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

Rotorua to Auckland: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$178
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time45 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week62

Finding cheap flights from Rotorua to Auckland International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Rotorua to Auckland International is C$178. 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.
45 minutes is the average flight time from Rotorua to Auckland International.
Etihad Airways, Air China and Singapore Airlines fly direct from Rotorua to Auckland International.
There are 62 flights per week flying from Rotorua to Auckland International, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Rotorua to Auckland International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rotorua Airport to Auckland International Airport on Friday, August 1, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 45 minutes.
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 Auckland International 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 Auckland is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Auckland International.

Travelling from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport is 45 minutes.

  • Rotorua and Auckland share the same timezone, UTC+13.

  • You can choose from 18 weekly Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport flights. The 09:35 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest flight you can take. Air New Zealand operates the latest service of the day at 17:55.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your ROT to AKL flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as March, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Air New Zealand offers direct flights from Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Auckland — and maybe even more of New Zealand if your schedule allows.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Air New Zealand.

  • Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier offering ROT to AKL flights.

  • Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport. Many passengers pass through Wellington International Airport when flying between ROT and AKL.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport flight is C$76. A return plane ticket right now is C$178. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To get cheap tickets from ROT to AKL, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.

  • Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from ROT to AKL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Rotorua International Airport (ROT)

  • Of the departures from Rotorua International Airport, 63.74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To get to Rotorua International Airport from central Rotorua, it takes about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near ROT. Whether you have an early flight from Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Auckland and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Auckland Airport about four weeks before travelling.

Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland

  • From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Auckland. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Rotorua International Airport to Auckland Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ROT to AKL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Auckland has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a trip to Wellington will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.

  • If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in New Zealand, head for Manukau City, about 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are key reasons to visit.

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