Cheap Flights to Whakatane (NZ) from $119

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Can I get a direct flight to Whakatane Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 44 minutes.

How much are return flights to Whakatane?

The best price we found for a return flight to Whakatane is $319. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Whakatane Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Whakatane Airport is Friday, 17 April 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Whakatane?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Whakatane is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Whakatane with?

Currently, Air Chathams offers the cheapest flight tickets to Whakatane.

Flying to Whakatane

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$119
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	44 mins
Most popular airline	Air Chathams
Average flights per week	12

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How to find cheap flights to Whakatane Airport (WHK)

Currently, $119 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Whakatane Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to WHK for $319.
Book at the right time with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to WHK goes up or down.
Around one month before taking off is an ideal time to book tickets to Whakatane, where Whakatane Airport is located. That's the general recommendation if you're hoping to lock in the best deals.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' during your search to boost your chances of scoring cheap flights to Whakatane. This will give you more options for where to start and end your journey, as well as different prices.
If you aren't in a rush to get to Whakatane, think about taking a scenic route. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Whakatane Airport by choosing a flight with a stop or two.

Best time to go to Whakatane

The cheapest month to hop on a flight to Whakatane is typically June.
If you're flexible with your dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to WHK.
September is the most popular month for flights to WHK. It's an ideal time to see Whakatane at its busiest and best.
May is the least busy time of year to visit if you prefer a more relaxed pace. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Whakatane then.
With averages of between 11ºC and 25ºC, January is when Whakatane is warmest. Organise your visit around your preferred weather conditions to get the most out of your trip.
Ranging from 3ºC to 12ºC, July sees the lowest temperatures.
February comes with a lower chance of grey skies. With five days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Whakatane.
Rain is more likely in September, which gets around 11 days of wet weather.

Flying to Whakatane Airport (WHK): What you need to know

Fly to Whakatane faster with a direct Air Chathams flight to Whakatane Airport.
When you touch down at WHK, you'll be in the UTC+13 timezone.
Looking to stay within easy reach of Whakatane Airport? Step off your flight to WHK and get cosy in bed not long after at Awa Motel.
Travel beyond Whakatane and discover places outside the typical highlights with your own wheels. You can pick up a car hire in WHK from Hertz.
Whakatane Airport is located in Whakatane, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand.

Getting to central Whakatane from Whakatane Airport (WHK)

The distance from WHK to central Whakatane is about 8 kilometres.
If you're planning to catch a cab after your flight to WHK, it'll take around 10 minutes to get to the centre.
Whakatane is packed with options for a great night's sleep. Here's a lineup of comfortable hotels to add to your short list:

Whakatane highlights

Jump off your flight to Whakatane and head straight for these well-known attractions:
- Wairere Falls: Located around 0.97 kilometres east of the city centre, this landmark is a classic place to start your sightseeing around the city.
- Rose Gardens Whakatane: Look for a place to sit and take a breather here while exploring Whakatane. This park is roughly 0.64 kilometres north-west of the centre.
- Mataatua Waka: Take on this landmark next. About 2 kilometres north-east of the city centre, it's also worth a visit to get the full Whakatane experience.

How to get to Tauranga from Whakatane Airport (WHK)

Tauranga is around 72 kilometres from WHK. Journey times by ride-share or cab will vary depending on the time of day and traffic, so do some research before your trip.

Travelling from Whakatane Airport (WHK) to Rotorua

If Rotorua is on your radar, it's around 64 kilometres from Whakatane Airport.

Explore more of New Zealand

There's loads more of New Zealand ready to be uncovered. Around 225 kilometres north-west of Whakatane, head for Auckland. On the must-see list? Start with Rangitoto Island, Auckland Bridge Climb and Bungy and Auckland Waterfront. The city's closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL).
Another city in New Zealand that has plenty of appeal is Manukau City. From Whakatane, it's roughly 209 kilometres north-west and offers top sights like Japanese park and C3 Manukau. Make time for Kotuku House too.
Roughly 145 kilometres west of Whakatane, Hamilton brings even more to your adventure. Great reasons to visit include Hamilton Pools, Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral. Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) is the easiest way to get here.