What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Rotorua?

Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Rotorua

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport?

There is 1 operator available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rotorua Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Rotorua Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rotorua Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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23:55 - 09:00MEL-ROT

7h 05m1 stop

17:10 - 22:50ROT-MEL

7h 40m1 stop

$753Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 30 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

18:50 - 09:00MEL-ROT

12h 10m1 stop

17:10 - 21:30ROT-MEL

6h 20m1 stop

$780Air New Zealand

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Thu, 13 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

18:50 - 09:00MEL-ROT

12h 10m1 stop

06:50 - 21:30ROT-MEL

16h 40m1 stop

$789Air New Zealand

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Wed, 29 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

16:50 - 13:35MEL-ROT

18h 45m2 stops

17:10 - 21:30ROT-MEL

6h 20m1 stop

$791Air New Zealand

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Thu, 13 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

23:55 - 16:40MEL-ROT

14h 45m2 stops

17:10 - 22:50ROT-MEL

7h 40m1 stop

$870Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 29 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

06:15 - 09:00MEL-ROT

24h 45m2 stops

06:50 - 22:50ROT-MEL

18h 00m1 stop

$906Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 7 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov

18:50 - 19:05MEL-ROT

22h 15m1 stop

17:10 - 08:10ROT-MEL

41h 00m2 stops

$932Air New Zealand

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Thu, 30 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

23:55 - 09:00MEL-ROT

7h 05m1 stop

14:45 - 22:50ROT-MEL

34h 05m3 stops

$967Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 30 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

21:00 - 19:05MEL-ROT

20h 05m3 stops

12:10 - 23:50ROT-MEL

13h 40m2 stops

$1,476Qantas Airways

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Thu, 13 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

21:00 - 19:05MEL-ROT

20h 05m3 stops

12:10 - 23:10ROT-MEL

13h 00m2 stops

$1,617Qantas Airways

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Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Melbourne Airport to Rotorua flight tickets

Air New Zealand

13 Nov

MEL18:50Melbourne

12h 10m

1 stop

ROT09:00Rotorua

18 Nov

ROT17:10Rotorua

6h 20m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$780

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Air New Zealand

29 Oct

MEL18:50Melbourne

12h 10m

1 stop

ROT09:00Rotorua

10 Nov

ROT06:50Rotorua

16h 40m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$789

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Air New Zealand

13 Nov

MEL16:50Melbourne

18h 45m

2 stops

ROT13:35Rotorua

18 Nov

ROT17:10Rotorua

6h 20m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$791

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua

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Qantas Airways

13 Nov

MEL21:00Melbourne

20h 05m

3 stops

ROT19:05Rotorua

18 Nov

ROT12:10Rotorua

13h 40m

2 stops

MEL23:50Melbourne

$1,476

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Qantas Airways

29 Oct

MEL21:00Melbourne

20h 05m

3 stops

ROT19:05Rotorua

10 Nov

ROT12:10Rotorua

13h 00m

2 stops

MEL23:10Melbourne

$1,617

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Thu 30/10

23:55-09:00

1 stop7h 05m

Rotorua

Mon 10/11

17:10-22:50

1 stop7h 40m

$753

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MEL - ROT

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Melbourne

Thu 13/11

18:50-09:00

1 stop12h 10m

Rotorua

Tue 18/11

17:10-21:30

1 stop6h 20m

$780

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

18:50-09:00

1 stop12h 10m

Rotorua

Mon 10/11

06:50-21:30

1 stop16h 40m

$789

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Thu 13/11

16:50-13:35

2 stops18h 45m

Rotorua

Tue 18/11

17:10-21:30

1 stop6h 20m

$791

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

23:55-16:40

2 stops14h 45m

Rotorua

Mon 10/11

17:10-22:50

1 stop7h 40m

$870

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

06:15-09:00

2 stops24h 45m

Rotorua

Fri 14/11

06:50-22:50

1 stop18h 00m

$906

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

18:50-19:05

1 stop22h 15m

Rotorua

Mon 10/11

17:10-08:10

2 stops41h 00m

$932

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

23:55-09:00

1 stop7h 05m

Rotorua

Mon 10/11

14:45-22:50

3 stops34h 05m

$967

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Thu 13/11

21:00-19:05

3 stops20h 05m

Rotorua

Tue 18/11

12:10-23:50

2 stops13h 40m

$1,476

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

21:00-19:05

3 stops20h 05m

Rotorua

Mon 10/11

12:10-23:10

2 stops13h 00m

$1,617

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rotorua?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rotorua is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $675. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $1,109. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Rotorua.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rotorua?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Rotorua is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $794. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $982. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Rotorua flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Rotorua flight.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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How far is Melbourne to Rotorua by plane?
The distance between Melbourne and Rotorua is about 2740.8 km. Typically, this will take 7h 05m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rotorua Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Rotorua Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rotorua Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua is Air New Zealand (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Rotorua

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $614	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 506 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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