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Flight deals from Gold Coast to Rotorua

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Rotorua.$668 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Gold Coast on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rotorua on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $668, select.
Rotorua.$698 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 12 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Gold Coast on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rotorua on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $698, select.
Rotorua.$770 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rotorua on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $770, select.
Rotorua.$858 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Gold Coast on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rotorua on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $858, select.
Rotorua.$885 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Fri, 3 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Rotorua.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rotorua on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $885, select.

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Gold Coast to Rotorua: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Gold Coast to Rotorua below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rotorua.

Gold Coast to Rotorua: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$668
Cheapest month to flyDecember

Finding cheap flights from Gold Coast to Rotorua: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Gold Coast to Rotorua is $667. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Gold Coast to Rotorua. But we found flights with one or more stops from $667.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Gold Coast to Rotorua.
The cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Rotorua is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Gold Coast Airport to Rotorua Airport on Friday, 5 December 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Gold Coast Airport and Rotorua Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rotorua but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rotorua is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rotorua.

Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Rotorua International Airport (ROT): what you need to know

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OOL to ROT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gold Coast Airport to Rotorua International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between OOL and ROT:

    • Auckland Airport

    • Wellington International Airport

    • Christchurch International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Rotorua International Airport (ROT)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Rotorua International Airport flight is $369. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $667. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from OOL to ROT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rotorua International Airport.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from OOL to ROT is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Gold Coast Airport to Rotorua International Airport.

Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • When it comes to Gold Coast Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.82% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Gold Coast to Gold Coast Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near OOL. Whether you have an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rotorua International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Rotorua International Airport (ROT)

Getting from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to central Rotorua

  • From Rotorua International Airport, Rotorua is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.

When to fly to Rotorua International Airport (ROT)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rotorua International Airport is April, while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Rotorua based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Rotorua is January, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Gold Coast Airport to Rotorua International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • July has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from OOL to ROT sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Rotorua is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand you should also see. About 193 kilometres north-west of Rotorua, a trip to Auckland will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in New Zealand, consider Wellington, roughly 370 kilometres south of Rotorua. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are key highlights.

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