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Cheap flights to Waikato from $447 One Way, $245 Round Trip

$245 return flights and $447 one-way flights to Waikato were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLTaurangaSeptember 19 to September 22$245
AKLNew Plymouth AirportSeptember 21 to September 22$286
WLGRukuhiaSeptember 21 to September 25$406
WLGRotoruaSeptember 21 to September 25$420
WLGTaurangaSeptember 21 to September 25$438
CHCAucklandSeptember 20 to September 22$439
BNEAucklandSeptember 21 to September 26$490
SYDAucklandSeptember 21 to September 30$491
MELAucklandSeptember 21 to September 25$659
SYDNew Plymouth AirportSeptember 20 to September 24$730
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Waikato Accommodation Deals

Camellia Court Family Motel

Camellia Court Family Motel

3 out of 5
50 Tonga Street, Taupo
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions A.C. Baths and Spa Thermal Park are located nearby.
"I was impressed with the cleanliness. The area was peaceful and also closer to the shops which was helpful. The rooms were spacious for small families. The beds were perfect as well."

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2021

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Utopian Motel Taupo - Hostel

Utopian Motel Taupo - Hostel

2 out of 5
76 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo
Stay at this hostel in Taupō. Enjoy a sauna, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Taupō Marina ...
Cheap & cheerful
"Friendly hosgt couldn't have been more accommodating. Clean,tidy room, relatively quiet for a hostel-type place. Would recommend for those seeking a good room at a bargain price."

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2018

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Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

2 out of 5
65 Heuheu Street, Taupo
Stay at this hostel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Taupō Marina and Boat ...
"Its not what we expected"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2021

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Grosvenor Motor Inn

Grosvenor Motor Inn

3 out of 5
165 Ulster Street, Hamilton
$51 nightly
The price is $58 total per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
$58 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions FMG Stadium Waikato and Prodrive Golf are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (924 reviews)
"Good accommodation. Will come back soon."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Sportsmans Lodge

Sportsmans Lodge

3 out of 5
15 Taupahi Road, Turangi
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions River Vineyard and Tongariro National Trout Centre are ...
Three Night Stay
"Three night stay in the cottage. Matt was great gave us some great advice on what to see and do. Had a great general knowlege of the area."

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2024

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Haka House Taupo

Haka House Taupo

2 out of 5
56 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$43 nightly
The price is $50 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$50 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hostel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Taupō Marina and Boat ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (267 reviews)
"Clean, basic hostel accommodation. Well equipped kitchen, friendly & organised welcome on arrival. The only thing is the walls are thin, so I had next door's tv coming thru one wall and the other neighbour's snores through the other. But, it was well priced and reasonably central. A good place to ..."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2025

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Oceans Resort Whitianga

Oceans Resort Whitianga

4.5 out of 5
18 Eyre Stree, Whitianga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$118 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$136 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Whitianga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Lost Spring Thermal Pools and Mercury ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (285 reviews)
Spot-on
"Great communication, friendly check in and check out. Lovely, clean, spacious apartment. Handy to town and the beach."

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

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Judges Pool Motel

Judges Pool Motel

3.5 out of 5
92 Taupahi Road, Turangi
$91 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
$104 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star ski motel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (511 reviews)
"Nice and quiet. Very tidy and clean. Good kitchenette and cooking facilities"

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

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Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$72 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$83 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely resort with lots of facilities. Nice restaurant. Handy location"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

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VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$42 nightly
The price is $48 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$48 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
6.4/10 (1,003 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

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Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$64 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$73 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Good central location, have options for car parking, buffet breakfast was awesome, clean rooms and friendly staff. Would recommend"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

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Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$55 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
$64 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (921 reviews)
"all good for our over night stay"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Waikato

Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo

3.5 out of 5
346 Lake Terrace, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$135 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Sep 17 to Sep 18
$155 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star ski motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (637 reviews)
"Aircon and towel rack had been turned on before check in. Owner and staff are super friendly. The room was clean, well maintained and very warm for our two nights in August. Nice view from living room and balcony. Heated pool and hot tub are nice too. Shopping centre and restaurants are nearby. Lake ..."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

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Wairakei Resort Taupo
Great for families

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$72 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$83 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, playground, miniature golf, cribs

Travelers say...
"Lovely resort with lots of facilities. Nice restaurant. Handy location"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

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Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Great for families

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

2.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$50 nightly
The price is $58 total per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
$58 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa holiday park in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, waterslide, playground, skiing nearby

Travelers say...
"Very nice place"

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

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Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

3.5 out of 5
19 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$75 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$86 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Taupō Marina and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We had a great stay and the service was friendly and nothing was a problem"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best airport to fly to in Waikato?
Hamilton Intl. Airport (HLZ) is the major gateway for this popular destination. Once you've left the terminal, the options are endless when it comes to discovering Waikato.
How much is a flight to Waikato?
Plenty of sensational deals were picked up this week, with round-trip flights to Waikato fluctuating from $245 to $1,227. But it was travelers beginning their trip from San Francisco (SFO) who landed the best bargains. One-way flights to Waikato fell to just $447.
How to book the cheapest flight to Waikato?
Picking up cheap flights to Waikato is as easy as booking your ticket with Orbitz. But if you want to make sure you're walking away with the best flight deals around, here are some tips worth following:

  • Consider departing from or arriving at other airports for a cheaper fare. Enter your preferred departure and arrival points in the form fields, then choose the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will list your options, if any.
  • If your travel plans aren't etched in stone, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to view the flight deals for a selection of departure dates. You may find an even better fare.
  • To optimize your results, hit 'Show options.' You can search based on seating class, airlines, and nonstop and refundable flights. You can also select the time of day you'd like to fly under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
  • Once you've worked out your travel dates, don't delay booking. Ticket prices usually increase as the departure date nears.
  • Save more on your adventure by combining your hotel, flights and car rentals into a package. Your credit card will thank you for it.
  • Don't travel during the busy season if possible. By avoiding school vacations and summer, you can save loads on your airfare.

What is the best time to book a flight to Waikato?
Catch a bargain and secure your seats to Waikato in January. If you've missed this month, don't worry. February and August often have affordable airfares too. Just be careful you don't snooze on a sale — cheap flights pop up and disappear in the blink of an eye!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Waikato?
Typically, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays are the cheapest days of the week to book flights to Waikato. If you want unbeatable airfares, search across those days and you just might find an excellent flight deal.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Waikato?
You can land cheap flights to Waikato by taking off on a Monday, according to Orbitz data from 2020. Tuesday is also more affordable, while Saturday has the most costly ticket prices. Whether you prefer to save a bundle or start your trip whenever is convenient, you'll always get a great deal with Orbitz.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Waikato?
To book cheap flights to Waikato, you should pack your bags and take off in August. Orbitz data shows that this is generally the best month to save loads on your ticket. If you want to fly to Waikato in June, it's worth noting that this is the most expensive time of year to take a trip.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Flexibility is important these days, that's why Orbitz lets you search for carriers that won't hit you with a fee for any amendments. Enter your departure and arrival points, then choose "Filter by flexible change policies." We'll show you options that include free cancellation within 24 hours of booking and no change fees.
What do I need for the flight to Waikato?
It's always wise to be ready for anything when going on a trip. Keep in mind the following pointers for a smooth, stress-free journey:

  • In all cases you'll need to show proof of identification. How much? This depends on where you're jetting from. When booking, you are encouraged to type in the same name, birth date and gender as listed on your government-issued ID.
  • If you're flying direct to Waikato, chances are you're going to be airborne for quite some time. Bring plenty of snacks and things to keep you occupied. Now is a great time to dive into that book you've been eager to read!
  • Cabin temperatures are often cold enough to give you goose pimples. Bring a hoodie even if you're heading off during the peak of Waikato summer.

How many direct flights are there to Waikato?
Every month, there are 26 flights going directly to Waikato. Air New Zealand is one airline that operates nonstop services to this vibrant destination.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Waikato?
There are ways of booking business or first-class tickets to Waikato that won't burn through your budget. Grab a seat at the front of the plane for less with these helpful tips:

  • Flexibility is everything. By being open to a range of travel dates, you'll have a better chance of finding a deal on first or business-class airfares.
  • Find a budget carrier that has seats in business class. They often come with extra legroom and a glass of Champagne — and a nicer price.
  • Bid for an upgrade. Some airlines hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat at the front of the plane. You may also be able to upgrade with points earned through a flight loyalty scheme.

What is the best time to go to Waikato?
Journey to Waikato in the popular months of August, September and October. As with many places in the Southern Hemisphere, summertime here kicks off from December 1. Think cool drinks, warm days and more outdoor activities. At this time of year, temperatures typically fluctuate between 55 ºF and 75 ºF.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

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