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Sun, 12 Apr
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways2 stops
CNS - ROT
669$
652$
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
54%Trains in Rotorua are 54% cheaper than in Cairns.
Cairns$5.00
Rotorua$2.32
MealMid-priced restaurant
25%A meal in Rotorua is 25% cheaper than a meal in Cairns.
Cairns$22.00
Rotorua$16.56
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
11%A taxi fare in Rotorua is 11% cheaper than in Cairns.
Cairns$3.70
Rotorua$3.31
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
25%Coffee in Rotorua is 25% cheaper than in Cairns.
Cairns$6.25
Rotorua$4.69
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 1.21 NZD
1 NZD = 0.83 AUD
Last checked on Thu, 19/03
Distance: 3791 kms
Cairns airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)How far from city centre: 5 kms
Rotorua airports

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When do you want to depart from Cairns? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Rotorua. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Cairns to Rotorua and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Cairns to Rotorua

How long does the flight take to go from Cairns to Rotorua?
The total flight time between Cairns and Rotorua is of around 6 h and 25 m on average, considering an average distance of 3,791.33 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Cairns to Rotorua?
When you fly from Cairns to Rotorua the average price is $1,014.77. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Cairns to Rotorua at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Cairns to Rotorua is $652. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Rotorua expensive to visit compared to Cairns?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Rotorua costs an average of 3.31 AUD, 11% cheaper than Cairns, with a fare of 3.70 AUD,
while train tickets costs 54% less in Rotorua: 2.32 AUD against 5.00 AUD in Cairns.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 16.56 AUD in Rotorua, 25% less than the 22.00 AUD in Cairns.
The price of the coffee is around 25% cheaper in Rotorua, with an average of 4.69 AUD, while in Cairns the coffee costs 6.25 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Cairns to Rotorua?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions New Zealand may apply when travelling from Cairns. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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