CHC - ROT

$185 Find Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Rotorua

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Christchurch to Rotorua departing on 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Christchurch to Rotorua, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Christchurch to Rotorua, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$478
Overall average: $682
Air New Zealand
Sat 25/4Sat 2/5
CHC - ROT • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$526
Typical prices: $465-$658
Air New Zealand
Sun 26/4Sun 3/5
CHC - ROT • Direct
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You can fly direct with Air New Zealand. Average duration is 1h 47m
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Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Rotorua (CHC-ROT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Christchurch to Rotorua that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Christchurch to Rotorua

Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
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05:45 - 09:30
CHC
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ROT
3h 45m
1 stop
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06:50 - 15:50
ROT
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CHC
9h 00m
1 stop
$478Multiple Airlines
Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
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06:15 - 09:30
CHC
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ROT
3h 15m
1 stop
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06:50 - 16:45
ROT
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CHC
9h 55m
1 stop
$490Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar
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14:00 - 15:45
CHC
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ROT
1h 45mdirect
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16:30 - 21:15
ROT
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CHC
4h 45m
1 stop
$500Air New Zealand
Fri, 27 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar
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12:30 - 14:15
CHC
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ROT
1h 45mdirect
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16:30 - 22:10
ROT
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CHC
5h 40m
1 stop
$504Air New Zealand
Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
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06:35 - 09:30
CHC
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ROT
2h 55m
1 stop
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10:05 - 12:00
ROT
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CHC
1h 55mdirect
$523Air New Zealand
Sun, 26 Apr - Sun, 3 May
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14:05 - 15:55
CHC
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ROT
1h 50mdirect
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13:35 - 15:30
ROT
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CHC
1h 55mdirect
$526Air New Zealand
Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
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06:15 - 09:30
CHC
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ROT
3h 15m
1 stop
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10:05 - 12:00
ROT
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CHC
1h 55mdirect
$533Multiple Airlines
Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
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14:05 - 15:55
CHC
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ROT
1h 50mdirect
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13:35 - 15:30
ROT
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CHC
1h 55mdirect
$576Air New Zealand
Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
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14:05 - 15:55
CHC
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ROT
1h 50mdirect
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13:35 - 15:30
ROT
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CHC
1h 55mdirect
$580Air New Zealand
Sun, 26 Apr - Sun, 3 May
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07:00 - 11:25
CHC
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ROT
4h 25m
1 stop
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16:30 - 08:10
ROT
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CHC
15h 40m
1 stop
$581Air New Zealand
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Christchurch to Rotorua flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Christchurch to Rotorua to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch to Rotorua?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Christchurch to Rotorua clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Christchurch to Rotorua, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Rotorua back to Christchurch, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Rotorua?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Rotorua, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Christchurch to Rotorua is February, where tickets cost $289 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $682 and $587 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Christchurch to Rotorua?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $408 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Christchurch to Rotorua?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Rotorua, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Christchurch to Rotorua, you should book around 9 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$185
Best time to beat the crowds (30% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Christchurch to Rotorua

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Christchurch to Rotorua based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Christchurch to Rotorua

  • What is the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Christchurch to Rotorua was $185 for a one-way ticket and $485 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    On your way to Rotorua, you’ll fly out from Christchurch. You’ll be landing at Rotorua.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    The ATR 72-201 / 202 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Christchurch to Rotorua flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Christchurch and Rotorua.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    There are direct flights from Christchurch to Rotorua on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Christchurch to Rotorua.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rotorua from Christchurch is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Rotorua with an airline and back to Christchurch with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Christchurch to Rotorua?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Rotorua from Christchurch up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Christchurch to Rotorua

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $311 or less one-way and $269 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Christchurch to Rotorua?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from Christchurch to Rotorua.
Find which airlines fly direct from Christchurch Airport to Rotorua Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Christchurch to Rotorua

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Rotorua to Christchurch

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top airline flying from Christchurch to Rotorua

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Christchurch to Rotorua. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Christchurch to Rotorua? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Air New ZealandOverall score based on 610 reviews
8.6Crew
7.4Entertainment
7.4Food
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
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Great service. Food could be improved but overall a very good airline

10.0 ExcellentAllan, Mar 2026
YVR - AKL
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Great service. Food could be improved but overall a very good airline

Wonderful trip. Everyone from checking in to the gate to the flight itself was amazing - kind, helpful, and has a beautiful smile.

The Premium Economy seats were very comfortable and the food was quite tasty. I did not use the entertainment system, but I was able to charge my phone and tablet with the seatback connection.

The seats are feeling very hard to sit on. All the padding is flat, like sitting on a park bench for over an hour

Nothing better than Air New Zealand. Top scores in every category.

Space between seats on Air New Zealand is generally tight. The crew on this flight was excellent! Very attentive and nice. You get free wine or beer and chips and of course the Air New Zealand candies. 1 hour and 35 min flight approximately.

All good, except entertainment system could have been better. More choices.

Your entertainment could be better. I flew on Air New Zealand in January so was expecting a better choice in February...but no luck. Same choices and also could have a better selection. Otherwise, lovely service, the purser came to our seats to welcome us. Overall, very nice. Direct flight from Auckland to YVR was fantastic!

Air New Zealand over sold our flight and tried to bump us to yesterday. After several calls we got booked to United about 6 hrs before our original flight. No apologies!

I was not even on that flight and did not even book a ticket. Kayak did a phenomenal job

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