Travelling from London to Rotorua International Airport (ROT): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports to fly out of. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Rotorua International Airport (ROT). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other major bases.
Rotorua International Airport is located in Rotorua. The city follows the UTC+13 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to ROT.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Rotorua International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your London to ROT flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Rotorua International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from STN arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Rotorua International Airport (ROT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Rotorua International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ROT:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Rotorua International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Ezi and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rotorua and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your London to Rotorua International Airport flight.
Getting from Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to central Rotorua
Rotorua International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Rotorua. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Rotorua International Airport (ROT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Rotorua International Airport is Rs269,912. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs430,565. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to ROT. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest London to Rotorua International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Find an affordable flight from London to Rotorua International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Rotorua International Airport (ROT)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Rotorua. July is when most people book flights from London to Rotorua International Airport (ROT), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Lock in a London to ROT flight ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rotorua to range from 11ºC to 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Rotorua International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 12ºC.
More about Rotorua
After booking your flight from London to Rotorua International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rotorua:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest, Agrojet NZ's Fastest Jetboating Experience and Hot Water are top attractions which should feature on any good Rotorua itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Rotorua, now it's time to discover other parts of New Zealand. Travel around 193 kilometres north-west to Auckland to tick off its top attractions. From Rangitoto Island to Auckland Bridge Climb and Bungy and Auckland Waterfront, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in New Zealand, head for Manukau City, about 177 kilometres north-west of Rotorua. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are key highlights.
