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Taupō

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Waitomo Caves

Cheap flights to Waikato from $198 One Way, $360 Round Trip

$360 return flights and $198 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.

Mon, Aug 30 - Tue, Aug 31

SYD

Sydney

AKL

Auckland

$360

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Tue, Jul 20 - Tue, Jul 27

MEL

Melbourne

AKL

Auckland

$404

Roundtrip

found 11 hours ago

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

WSI

Sydney

AKL

Auckland

$499

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Fri, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 12

SYD

Sydney

HLZ

Hamilton

$501

Roundtrip

found 22 hours ago

Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31

MEL

Melbourne

TRG

Tauranga

$531

Roundtrip

found 9 hours ago

Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7

SYD

Sydney

NPL

New Plymouth

$538

Roundtrip

found 21 hours ago

Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 17

LAX

Los Angeles

AKL

Auckland

$630

Roundtrip

just found

Fri, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 25

SFO

San Francisco

AKL

Auckland

$764

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16

LAX

Los Angeles

ROT

Rotorua

$1,081

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 13

JFK

New York

AKL

Auckland

$1,125

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31

LAX

Los Angeles

TUO

Taupō

$1,134

Roundtrip

found 19 hours ago

Thu, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 21

LAX

Los Angeles

NPL

New Plymouth

$1,144

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
PMR	Auckland	October 18 to October 25	$387
WLG	Auckland	October 17 to October 20	$411
BNE	Auckland	October 16 to October 18	$576
SYD	Auckland	October 17 to October 21	$654
MEL	Auckland	October 18 to October 25	$671

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Waikato Accommodation Deals

Camellia Court Family Motel

50 Tonga Street Taupo

Stay at this motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions A.C. Baths and Spa Thermal Park are located nearby.

6.2/10 (489 reviews)

"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

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 ...

6.2/10 (166 reviews)

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

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 ...

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Grosvenor Motor Inn

165 Ulster Street Hamilton

$72 nightly

$83 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions FMG Stadium Waikato and Prodrive Golf are located ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (113 reviews)

"Great location, not use to road noise and the cleaner took the good clean un used towel and left with the used one from day before."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

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.

Our Top Waikato Apartment Hotels

Sportsmans Lodge

15 Taupahi Road Turangi

Stay at this hotel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Pihanga Scenic Reserve and River Vineyard are located ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (313 reviews)

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

56 Kaimanawa Street Taupo

$35 nightly

$41 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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 ...

Oceans Resort Whitianga

18 Eyre Stree Whitianga

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$95 nightly

$111 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this 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! (335 reviews)

"Great central location!"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

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Judges Pool Motel

92 Taupahi Road Turangi

$80 nightly

$93 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this 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! (556 reviews)

"A beautiful location close to the Turangi river. I will definitely be back! Fantastic communal BBQ facilities and lovely host."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026

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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Oasis Beach Motel

241 Lake Terrace Taupo

$52 nightly

$61 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

100 Lake Terrace Taupo

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$49 nightly

$57 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this 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! (1,004 reviews)

"Perfect for the price, clean, affordable, beautiful location, bar and restaurant is lovely and staff were great."

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2026

Beechtree Motel

56 Rifle Range Road Taupo

$71 nightly

$83 total

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

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Ika Nui Taupo

64 Lake Terrace Taupo Waikato

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$75 nightly

$87 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this aparthotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Taupō ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (446 reviews)

"We stayed three nights, it was a perfect location and the room was clean and worked well for us. The only thing I would point out was that the pool cues in the games room had no ends on them and the pool balls were not all there, my kids and I enjoy playing on a pool table so were disappointed that ..."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

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Family Friendly Hotels in Waikato

Anchorage Resort Taupo

346 Lake Terrace Taupo

$112 nightly

$131 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this 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 reviews. ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (686 reviews)

"Nice stay - friendly and helpful staff. Rooms good."

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2026

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

640 Wairakei Road Wairakei

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$66 nightly

$76 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this golf 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! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, playground, miniature golf, outdoor tennis courts

Travelers say...

"Welcomed by friendly helpful staff. Room cleanly presented. Grounds and pool area well maintained. Played 9 holes of golf across the road. Restaurant staff friendly excellent food. We will return."

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2026

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5 Taupo

$42 nightly

$49 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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! (1,000 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"The room was clean, had everything we needed , beds were comfy very comfy , had all the amenities including air con and running hot water which catered to me and my family of 4. Very quiet and you even get views of Lake Taupo from the room . For the price we paid we got more than we bargained for ..."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

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Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

19 Rifle Range Road Taupo

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$70 nightly

$80 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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 ...

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Waikato

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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 $360 to $1,144. But it was travelers beginning their trip from Sydney (SYD) who landed the best bargains. One-way flights to Waikato fell to just $198.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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