Flying from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport.
Rotorua and Wellington follow the same timezone, UTC+13.
You can choose from 28 weekly Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport flights. The 07:05 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest you can take. Air New Zealand operates the last service of the day at 16:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ROT to WLG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time like March? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air New Zealand is your gateway to discovering Wellington (and maybe even some other exciting corners of New Zealand!). Check out the direct flights from Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air New Zealand.
With 67.9% of services landing as planned, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier operating ROT to WLG flights.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport. Auckland Airport is a popular stopover on the ROT to WLG route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
C$78 is currently the best price for a one-way Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$203. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from ROT to WLG, book your trip nine months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from ROT to WLG couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport.
Handy information about Rotorua International Airport (ROT)
When it comes to Rotorua International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Rotorua International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Rotorua. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near ROT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Wellington International Airport (WLG)
If you're coming in on a late Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near WLG:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Wellington International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from mode rentals, Europcar or Big Value and explore beyond Wellington's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Wellington International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Wellington. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The quietest month for a flight from Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Wellington based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Wellington is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Book your flights from Rotorua International Airport to Wellington International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ROT to WLG in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand just waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres north of Wellington, a trip to Auckland will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Wellington, Christchurch is another essential stop in New Zealand. Experience major highlights starting with Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
