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Rotorua Regional Airport

Rotorua Regional Airport (NZRO/ROT) serves Rotorua, New Zealand. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (18/36, 18L/36R). Field elevation is 935 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 3/4
Frequencies 2/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
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Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: NZRO
  • Name: Rotorua Regional Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Uncategorized
  • Latitude: -38.1092
  • Longitude: 176.317001
  • Elevation: 935 ft
  • Country: New Zealand
  • Municipality: Rotorua
  • IATA Code: ROT
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: N/A
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 18/36

  • Designation: 18/36
  • Dimensions: N/A
  • Surface: UNK
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 18L/36R

  • Designation: 18L/36R
  • Dimensions: 833x50m
  • Surface: GRS
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 18R/36L

  • Designation: 18R/36L
  • Dimensions: 1622x30m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 121.200, 121.200 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 119.500 MHz
  • ATIS: 128.800 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx NZD 8-12/tonne
  • Parking Fee: NZD 5-8/tonne per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: NZD
  • Remarks: Rotorua Airport. Bay of Plenty, North Island. Major geothermal and Maori cultural tourism centre. Gateway to thermal wonderland. Council-owned. GST (15%) applicable.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Z Energy. Available during operating hours.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Domestic only. No regular international CIQ. International charter capability with pre-arranged customs.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Geothermal steam and haze may affect visibility. Runway 2042m. Noise abatement procedures.

Airport Services

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New Zealand Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: Conditional
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: 72 hours
  • Landing Lead Time: Private: no formal landing permit system -- comply with NZCAR Part 91. FAOC: allow 6-8 weeks for initial certification.
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require customs pre-notification. Biosecurity declaration mandatory.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at NZRO?
The tower frequency at Rotorua Regional Airport is 121.2, 121.2 MHz.
What fuel is available at NZRO?
Rotorua Regional Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does NZRO require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Rotorua Regional Airport (New Zealand).