Travelling from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Brisbane is three hours behind Rotorua and is in the UTC+10 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ROT to BNE flight.
During popular months like March, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rotorua International Airport to Brisbane Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between ROT and BNE:
Auckland Airport
Christchurch International Airport
Wellington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Currently, RM1,020 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Rotorua International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM1,961. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from ROT to BNE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Rotorua International Airport to Brisbane Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from ROT to BNE is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Rotorua International Airport to Brisbane Airport.
Handy information about Rotorua International Airport (ROT)
When it comes to Rotorua International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Rotorua International Airport from central Rotorua, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near ROT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rotorua International Airport to Brisbane Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Consider booking a hotel close to BNE if you're catching a late Rotorua International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Brisbane Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire and discover more of Brisbane and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Brisbane Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
From Brisbane Airport, Brisbane is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Rotorua International Airport to Brisbane Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Brisbane. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Rotorua International Airport to Brisbane Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ROT to BNE sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Gold Coast is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Brisbane. Around 72 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
Around 105 kilometres west of Brisbane, Toowoomba is another essential stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
