Airports near Taupo
TUO・ROT・NPE・HLZ・WHK
What airports are closest to Taupo?
Taupo Airport (TUO) serves as the city's primary gateway, situated just 6.0932 km from the center, with taxi services typically completing the journey in 10 minutes. Rotorua Airport (ROT) is located 67.6469 km away in a neighboring city, with car travel taking approximately 60 minutes. Those flying into Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) will find themselves 111.0356 km from Taupo, requiring roughly 130 minutes by road. Hamilton International Airport (HLZ), serving a nearby city, sits 111.4263 km away with a transit time of about 110 minutes. Finally, Whakatane Airport (WHK) is located 112.3948 km from the city center, typically requiring 130 minutes of travel time by car to reach Taupo. Search for flights to Taupo and book hotels in Taupo, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Taupo: TUO, ROT, NPE, HLZ and WHK.
Airports Near Taupo: Key Information
Number of airports in Taupo
1
Closest airport to the city center
Taupo Airport (TUO)
Distance
6.1 km
Fastest arrival time
10 minutes - 15 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Taupo Airport (TUO)
Compare domestic and international airports near Taupo.
Taupo Airport
Distance: 6.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Local Taxi Service
Fastest
10 minutes - 15 minutes
NZD 25-40
Comfort
Airport Car Rental
10 minutes - 15 minutes
NZD 60-120
Balanced
Private Airport Shuttle
Cheapest
15 minutes - 20 minutes
NZD 20-35
Budget
Rotorua Airport
Distance: 67.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
InterCity Bus
Cheapest
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
NZD 25-50
Budget
Intercity Taxi
Fastest
1 hour - 1 hour 15 minutes
NZD 180-250
Comfort
Rental Car
1 hour - 1 hour 15 minutes
NZD 80-150
Balanced
Hawke's Bay Airport
Distance: 111 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
InterCity Coach
Cheapest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
NZD 40-70
Budget
Rental Car
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
NZD 90-180
Balanced
Private Hire
2 hours 15 minutes - 2 hours 40 minutes
NZD 350-500
Comfort
Hamilton International Airport
Distance: 111.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
InterCity Coach
Cheapest
2 hours 20 minutes - 2 hours 50 minutes
NZD 35-60
Budget
Rental Car
Fastest
1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
NZD 85-160
Balanced
Private Hire
1 hour 55 minutes - 2 hours 15 minutes
NZD 300-450
Comfort
Whakatane Airport
Distance: 112.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Regional Coach
Cheapest
2 hours 40 minutes - 3 hours 20 minutes
NZD 45-80
Budget
Rental Car
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
NZD 90-170
Balanced
Private Transfer
2 hours 15 minutes - 2 hours 40 minutes
NZD 350-500
Comfort
Compare 5 airports near Taupo
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Taupo
For the most direct access, Taupo Airport (TUO) is the only airport located within Taupo itself, offering the most convenient transit options for domestic travelers. All other options serve neighboring cities and require longer transit times. Rotorua Airport (ROT) is the closest regional alternative, often used for its proximity and better flight frequency, though it requires a significant drive to reach Taupo. Hamilton International Airport (HLZ), Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE), and Whakatane Airport (WHK) are all located in separate cities, providing wider regional connectivity but necessitating car rentals or long-distance coach services. Generally, travelers arriving at non-local airports will find that renting a car provides the best balance of speed and independence, while those prioritizing budget should explore the intercity bus networks that link these regional centers. Always check local transit schedules in advance, especially when traveling from the more remote regional airports.
Flights to Taupo
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Auckland to Rotorua Airport
Auckland to Hawke's Bay Airport
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Hotels near Taupo airport
Breakfast
Good74 Reviews
Taupo|0.65km from city center
We enjoyed the large common kitchens, close to everything, reception and house people particularly saurabh were excellent and gave us a of useful informationFromUS$41
Very Good105 Reviews
Taupo|0.66km from city center
It's a nice hostel in a good location, close to town, lake and shops. The room I stayed at was a good size with plenty of space. The facilities were good. The only thing I would say is that because the room was quite big the radiator in the rooms was not able to warm up the room too much when the temperature dropped below 0⁰C. When the night were warmer it was absolutely fine. At the time I was there the hostel also wasn't too social, but I guess that is more to do with the people that were staying there.FromUS$20
Very Good110 Reviews
Taupo|1.69km from city center
The reception staff was very friendly and enthusiastic about introducing all the facilities. The room has two floors and two rooms. The bed is very comfortable and the space is large. There is a kitchen and refrigerator for cooking, and there is also a public hot spring pool.
I saw that the apple and lemon trees in the hotel were bearing fruit, and I asked if I could get some. The boss was kind enough to provide us with some.FromUS$97
Great119 Reviews
Taupo|1.77km from city center
The one-bedroom and one-living room is more soundproofed. It's great to have a direct view of the lake from the living room. Parking is also convenient. Dining is not far away. It's great. The service is very friendly.FromUS$99
Very Good126 Reviews
Taupo|1.04km from city center
The motel is clean and luckily close to some food places as they did not have in house restaurant. The room is a bit small, luckily I was staying alone. I accidentally left my water bottle and they wrote to let me know. That's nice of them.FromUS$82
Family friendly
Very Good119 Reviews
Taupo|0.82km from city center
We have a great stay at this hotel. Its very clean, staff is very helpful and friendly. The breakfast provided by the hotel is really great too! It is also near to tourist attractions and good food places.FromUS$105
Very Good120 Reviews
Taupo|1.04km from city center
The food, facilities, and location are all quite good and suitable. It's newer and cleaner than I expected, and it's just a short walk from Lake Taupo, which has beautiful scenery. It's a bit chilly now!FromUS$70
Great71 Reviews
Taupo|0.66km from city center
The room has a folk-style decor and is located right by Lake Taupo. My ground-floor room even had a small garden outside with a table and chairs. Inside, it was fully equipped with all sorts of kitchenware, cutlery, a microwave, oven, fridge, induction hob, dishwasher, washing machine, and dryer. It's a shame I only booked for one day this time!FromUS$95
Very Good208 Reviews
Taupo|3.34km from city center
This hotel is absolutely fantastic! We chose their best room this time, and it was incredibly spacious with amazing views. The parking lot is also huge. We stayed for four nights and three days, and we'll definitely be choosing this place again on our next visit!FromUS$132
Very Good47 Reviews
Taupo|2.72km from city center
The Lake Taupo Holiday Resort provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Lake Taupo Holiday Resort is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Taupo. The hotel is conveniently located a short 11km drive from Taupo Airport. Famous local attractions Taupo Skate Park, Taupo Harrier Club and Pihanga Reserve Playgroud, can all be reached with a short walk. This hotel makes a great place to kick back and relax after a long day of sightseeing. This Taupo hotel provides parking on site. FromUS$183
5 star
Great95 Reviews
Taupo|2.7km from city center
Very satisfactory hotel, comfortable, clean, and the service staff is very nice. Don't worry if you go out late, there is a garage key in the room key, which can open the garage door directly.FromUS$176
Amazing46 Reviews
Taupo|4.25km from city center
風景優美，兩位老夫妻經營四十年的旅館，充滿了藝術和家庭氣息，兩衹雙胞胎的狗狗活力滿滿。美中不足的是早餐八點半定時開始，八點會提前用意大利歌劇喚醒…喜歡晚起和社恐的慎選。不過，和來自世界各國的遊客同桌用餐其實也是很有意思的體驗。FromUS$498
Outstanding26 Reviews
Taupo|5.61km from city center
Warm hostess, breakfast is very rich and quality is super good. The location of the homestay is very convenient. The supermarket restaurant Taobo Lake is very close and there are cute puppies. The best homestay is very quiet, the view from the room is beautifulOutstanding28 Reviews
Taupo|3.74km from city center
特別推薦入住，最少也要住上兩晚。
這間酒店不愧是英國女王伊麗莎白二世入住過四次的酒店。它坐落在陶波湖胡卡瀑布河畔，佔地約68796平方米，曾獲評2022年全球最浪漫旅館第六名。
酒店房費是包含早餐和晚餐的費用，不允許10歲以下的小童入住。
設施、衞生、服務、環境都是一流的，也有中文服務。迷你吧所有飲料、酒水、食物都是免費的。房間出去就是湖邊，黑天鵝、野鴨、麻雀就在腳邊溜達。步行10分鐘即可到達胡卡瀑布。酒店有專車可以接送去陶波市區。
照片都是在房間內和房間外露台上拍的。Very Good116 Reviews
Taupo|3.14km from city center
The motel is in a good location, right by Lake Taupo, with a nice sunset view. The hotel rooms are exquisite and compact, and are really small but well-equipped, with a small refrigerator, microwave, electric stove, etc. The car is parked right at the door of the room, which is very convenient. There are two shortcomings. First, there are too few electrical sockets, which seems to be a common problem in old hotels in New Zealand, with few sockets; second, the hygiene needs to be improved. The big spider web in the corner above the bed in our room has not been cleaned.FromUS$95
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Taupo?
The nearest airport to Taupo is Taupo Airport (TUO), about 6.1 km away.Rotorua Airport (ROT) (67.6 km), Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) (111 km), Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) (111.4 km) and Whakatane Airport (WHK) (112.4 km).
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How long does it take to get from Taupo to the airport?
Getting from Taupo to Taupo Airport (TUO) takes about 10 minutes - 15 minutes.
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How do I get to Taupo?
We recommend flying into Taupo Airport (TUO), which is approximately 6.1 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Local Taxi Service, reaching downtown in about 10 minutes - 15 minutes.
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How many airports does Taupo have?
Taupo has 5 airports: Taupo Airport (TUO), Rotorua Airport (ROT), Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE), Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) and Whakatane Airport (WHK).