Traveling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Rotorua International Airport (ROT): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport take 1 hour 45 minutes. Rotorua and Christchurch are in the same timezone (UTC+13), so you won't have to change your watch once you land.
Choose from 45 weekly flights from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport. The 09:15 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest you can take from CHC to ROT. Air New Zealand operates the last service of the day at 16:00 if you're not into early starts.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Air New Zealand is your ticket to exploring Rotorua (and maybe even some other exciting corners of New Zealand!). Choose from the direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Finding a stopover for flights from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options. Auckland Airport is a popular stopover when journeying from CHC to ROT.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from CHC to ROT, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're traveling within New Zealand. As long as you have some other identity document, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Rotorua International Airport (ROT)
$67 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport. A return flight starts from $292. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from CHC to ROT, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Getting a cheap ticket from CHC to ROT is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
To reach Christchurch International Airport from central Christchurch, it takes around 59 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Looking for a handy hotel near CHC? If you're on an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Rotorua International Airport (ROT)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ROT if you have a late flight from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to central Rotorua
Rotorua International Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from central Rotorua. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 58 minutes.
When to fly to Rotorua International Airport (ROT)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Rotorua. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Rotorua is January, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your flights from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CHC to ROT sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rotorua
Once you've locked in your flights from CHC to ROT, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Rotorua. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Te Puia, Redwoods Treewalk and Tamaki Maori Village are must-do's during your Rotorua adventure.
Complete your Rotorua trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Rotorua International Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Rotorua stay.
