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

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to Rotorua

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

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

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

As of October 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Rotorua Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne 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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10:35 - 19:05MEL-ROT

6h 30m1 stop

17:10 - 10:55ROT-MEL

19h 45m1 stop

$759Air New Zealand

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Wed, 11 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

13:30 - 13:35MEL-ROT

22h 05m1 stop

06:50 - 15:35ROT-MEL

10h 45m1 stop

$774Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 5 Dec - Fri, 12 Dec

06:10 - 09:00MEL-ROT

24h 50m2 stops

06:50 - 22:50ROT-MEL

18h 00m1 stop

$787Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 5 Dec - Fri, 12 Dec

18:50 - 09:00MEL-ROT

12h 10m1 stop

17:10 - 09:25ROT-MEL

18h 15m1 stop

$827Air New Zealand

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Sun, 11 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

18:00 - 09:00MEL-ROT

13h 00m2 stops

06:50 - 21:30ROT-MEL

16h 40m1 stop

$828Air New Zealand

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Wed, 11 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

18:00 - 09:00MEL-ROT

13h 00m2 stops

12:10 - 08:10ROT-MEL

22h 00m2 stops

$901Air New Zealand

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Wed, 11 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

23:55 - 19:05MEL-ROT

17h 10m1 stop

09:35 - 07:55ROT-MEL

24h 20m2 stops

$981Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 11 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

06:45 - 09:00MEL-ROT

24h 15m1 stop

13:15 - 12:40ROT-MEL

25h 25m1 stop

$1,096Qantas Airways

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Sun, 11 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

06:45 - 09:00MEL-ROT

24h 15m1 stop

13:15 - 23:35ROT-MEL

12h 20m2 stops

$1,136Qantas Airways

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Sun, 11 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

16:15 - 09:00MEL-ROT

14h 45m2 stops

13:15 - 21:05ROT-MEL

9h 50m2 stops

$1,232Qantas Airways

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Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne to Rotorua

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

Air New Zealand

11 Feb

MEL10:35Melbourne

6h 30m

1 stop

ROT19:05Rotorua

18 Feb

ROT17:10Rotorua

19h 45m

1 stop

MEL10:55Melbourne

$759

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Air New Zealand

11 Jan

MEL18:50Melbourne

12h 10m

1 stop

ROT09:00Rotorua

18 Jan

ROT17:10Rotorua

18h 15m

1 stop

MEL09:25Melbourne

$827

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Air New Zealand

11 Feb

MEL18:00Melbourne

13h 00m

2 stops

ROT09:00Rotorua

18 Feb

ROT06:50Rotorua

16h 40m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$828

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Rotorua

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Qantas Airways

11 Jan

MEL06:45Melbourne

24h 15m

1 stop

ROT09:00Rotorua

18 Jan

ROT13:15Rotorua

25h 25m

1 stop

MEL12:40Melbourne

$1,096

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Qantas Airways

11 Jan

MEL06:45Melbourne

24h 15m

1 stop

ROT09:00Rotorua

18 Jan

ROT13:15Rotorua

12h 20m

2 stops

MEL23:35Melbourne

$1,136

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Qantas Airways

5 Dec

MEL16:15Melbourne

14h 45m

2 stops

ROT09:00Rotorua

12 Dec

ROT13:15Rotorua

9h 50m

2 stops

MEL21:05Melbourne

$1,232

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MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

10:35-19:05

1 stop6h 30m

Rotorua

Wed 18/2

17:10-10:55

1 stop19h 45m

$759

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

13:30-13:35

1 stop22h 05m

Rotorua

Fri 12/12

06:50-15:35

1 stop10h 45m

$774

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

06:10-09:00

2 stops24h 50m

Rotorua

Fri 12/12

06:50-22:50

1 stop18h 00m

$787

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

18:50-09:00

1 stop12h 10m

Rotorua

Sun 18/1

17:10-09:25

1 stop18h 15m

$827

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

18:00-09:00

2 stops13h 00m

Rotorua

Wed 18/2

06:50-21:30

1 stop16h 40m

$828

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

18:00-09:00

2 stops13h 00m

Rotorua

Wed 18/2

12:10-08:10

2 stops22h 00m

$901

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

23:55-19:05

1 stop17h 10m

Rotorua

Sun 18/1

09:35-07:55

2 stops24h 20m

$981

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

06:45-09:00

1 stop24h 15m

Rotorua

Sun 18/1

13:15-12:40

1 stop25h 25m

$1,096

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

06:45-09:00

1 stop24h 15m

Rotorua

Sun 18/1

13:15-23:35

2 stops12h 20m

$1,136

MelbourneRotorua

MEL - ROT

MELROT

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

16:15-09:00

2 stops14h 45m

Rotorua

Fri 12/12

13:15-21:05

2 stops9h 50m

$1,232

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne 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 $686. 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 $1,127. 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 $807. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $998. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Cheap Melbourne to Rotorua flight deals and tips

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How far is Melbourne to Rotorua by plane?
The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Rotorua is 2726.9 km. 6h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Rotorua Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Rotorua Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Rotorua Airport?
As of October 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Rotorua Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Rotorua Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne 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.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Rotorua

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $624	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 517 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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