Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Rotorua
Flights from Christchurch to Rotorua are operated by 2 airliners – Air New Zealand and Mount Cook Airlines. The most popular are provided by Mount Cook Airlines. They operate around 1 flight a day departing from Christchurch International and arriving at Rotorua. In the morning there is 2 flights, 0 flights in the evening and 0 flights at night with the earliest departuare at 10:15 and latest departure at 11:55. Please be aware that flight times and the number of flights will vary between summer and winter months. The most common flight number for this flight is NZM 5376 and NZM 5378.
Other airliners offer less frequent flights but departure times may be more desirable. Air New Zealand offers 1 flight a day from Christchurch International to Rotorua between the hours of 10:15 and 11:55. The flight numbers for these flights are NZ 5376 and NZ 5378.
Mount Cook Airlines flight prices from Christchurch International to Rotorua can be found at www.mountcookairlines.com
Daily Flights
Below you find a list of all the airliners that operate flights from Christchurch to Rotorua and how many flights depart on a per day basis.
Flight Routes
Do you need to get travel fast? You will find alternative routes from Christchurch to Rotorua that require 1 or more stops and in some instances the timing may be more convenient or a quicker route. View the table below to see alternative route that are possible.
Return flight are operated by 2 airliners which include Air New Zealand and Mount Cook Airlines. More information on return flights can be found on our Flights from Rotorua to Christchurch page.
Alternative routes to Rotorua
As a substitute, you will discover that Timaru also give flights to Rotorua which could be more fitting for you. Timaru has around 3 flights a week though you will find the number of flights vary from month to month so check with the airline currier for the most up to date information.
If you wish to look at this alternative solution then remember Timaru is around 146 kilometers (91 miles) from Christchurch. Choosing this root would probably require you look at alternative travel arrangement or look at alternative airport parking where costs could vary from airport parking provided at Christchurch. More information can be found at Flights from Timaru to Rotorua. Flights to Rotorua are also available from Hokitika Arpt; 2 flights a day depart from the airport.
Arriving at Rotorua
Should someone be collectiong you at Rotorua we would advise them to check Rotorua Airport Arrivals page before they set off. This page gives live information on the status of your flight, or if you choose to rent a car then visit our page which will give you the cheapest car hire quote from companies based at Rotorua.
On arriving at Rotorua allow for the difference in the time zone. Rotorua is GMT -12.0 compared to GMT +12.0 at Christchurch.
Rotorua city center is located about 2 km (1 miles) from Rotorua Airport. If you intended route is into the city then you should find a number of taxis and alternative transport at Rotorua Airport which will make you gurney into the city quite easy. Rotorua is a small city with a population of only 0, so if you are looking for accommodation it may be a bit more difficult than other airports so it's advised you book accommodation before you arrive.
