Rotorua to Christchurch (ROT–CHC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ROT–CHC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air New Zealand leads the route. The flight covers 421 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 1 hub offers 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ Air New Zealand | 7 | AT7 | 2h | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Christchurch from Rotorua
| Metric | ROT→CHC | TRG→CHC | HLZ→CHC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ROT | – | 31 mi | 56 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | – | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – | 26 |
| Flight time | 2h | – | 1h 15m |
Travel Essentials
ROT: NZDT · CHC: NZDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rotorua, it's 6:00 PM in Christchurch.
ROT–CHC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ROT to CHC
Rotorua Regional Airport (ROT) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) are connected by nonstop service from Air New Zealand. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ROT to CHC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ROT to CHC ranges from 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 421 miles (678 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via AKL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tauranga (TRG), Hamilton (HLZ) and Napier (NPE).