Rotorua Regional Airport (ROT)

ROT is the IATA airport code for Rotorua Regional Airport (New Zealand). Its ICAO code is NZRO.

Airport

Rotorua Regional Airport is a medium airport in Rotorua, New Zealand with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 1,622 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 285 m (935 ft).

Rotorua Regional Airport is located in Rotorua, New Zealand. It serves as a regional airport offering domestic flights primarily. The airport is designated with the IATA code ROT and the ICAO code NZRO. Key airlines operating at the airport include Air New Zealand, which connects Rotorua to major destinations such as Auckland and Wellington.

The airport features a single terminal that accommodates the needs of both passengers and cargo operations. With a handling capacity of approximately 250,000 passengers annually, it plays a significant role in supporting the local tourism industry, given Rotorua's reputation for its geothermal attractions.

Founded in the mid-20th century, Rotorua Regional Airport has undergone several upgrades to modernize its facilities and improve passenger experience. Its strategic location serves as a gateway to the central North Island, making it a vital hub for air travel in the region.

Basic Information

Full Name

Rotorua Regional Airport

IATA Code

ROT

ICAO Code

NZRO

Location

Rotorua, New Zealand

Continent

Oceania

Time Zone

Pacific/Auckland

How early to be at ROT

International flights: 3 to 3.5 hours before departure
Domestic flights: 2 to 2.5 hours before departure

Our estimate for a normal day; the airport publishes no figure of its own.

Check-in usually closes 40 to 60 minutes before departure. Your airline's own time is on its website and your booking, and it always wins.

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Key facts

Scheduled passenger flights

Yes

Size

Medium Airport

Elevation

285 m (935 ft)

Longest runway

1,622 m (5,321 ft), asphalt

Runways

Runway	Length	Surface	Lights
18R/36L	1,622 m (5,321 ft)	asphalt	Yes
18L/36R	833 m (2,732 ft)	grass	No

Airport facts from OurAirports (public domain), checked 16 Oct 2026.

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ROT: questions and answers

What is the airport code of Rotorua Regional Airport?

The airport code of Rotorua Regional Airport is ROT (IATA) and NZRO (ICAO).

Which city is ROT airport in?

Rotorua Regional Airport is in Rotorua, New Zealand.

Does Rotorua Regional Airport have scheduled passenger flights?

Yes. ROT has scheduled passenger flights; see the airlines that fly here on this page.

Contact

Website

https://www.rotorua-airport.co.nz/

Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rotorua_Regional_Airport

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