Cheap flights from New Zealand to the Cook Islands from $226

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — RAR
12 Jan — 19 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Cook Islands

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Cook Islands
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Cook Islands. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 December 2025.

Thu 18/1215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Wed 24/1221:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/12$1,196
Thu 18/1215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Fri 19/1221:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$1,210
Thu 18/1216:05AKL - RAR
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1221:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,248
Thu 18/1216:05AKL - RAR
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1221:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,279
Thu 25/1215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Sun 28/1222:00RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 00mJetstar
Deal found 12/12$1,396
Tue 23/1208:50AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1221:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,401
Sun 28/1215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/121:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$1,456
Sat 20/1215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1214:55RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$1,491
Fri 19/1215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 22/1214:55RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/12$1,510
Thu 25/1216:05AKL - RAR
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1222:00RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$1,522
Wed 24/1208:50AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 27/1214:55RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/12$1,558
Thu 25/1215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Sun 4/121:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/12$1,622

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Cook Islands

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Cook Islands flight deals. Data was last updated 13 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$535

One-way from

$226

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$959

Good round-trip deal

$621 or less

Good one-way deal

$312 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/2-13/2
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 15m total
  • New Zealand to Cook Islands
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 20/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Cook Islands
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Zealand to Cook Islands.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Zealand to Cook Islands.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Cook Islands that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 13 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to the Cook Islands that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/2

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Fri 13/2

21:05-00:25

Nonstop4h 20m

$535

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/2

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Wed 18/2

21:05-00:25

Nonstop4h 20m

$542

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/5

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Wed 20/5

22:05-00:40

Nonstop4h 35m

$559

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/2

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Sun 15/2

21:05-00:25

Nonstop4h 20m

$559

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/1

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Fri 30/1

21:05-00:25

Nonstop4h 20m

$599

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/5

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Sun 17/5

22:05-00:40

Nonstop4h 35m

$649

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/5

08:45-14:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Rarotonga

Fri 8/5

22:05-00:40

Nonstop4h 35m

$701

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Fri 29/5

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Mon 8/6

15:45-18:15

Nonstop4h 30m

$740

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/4

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Sun 26/4

22:15-00:55

Nonstop4h 40m

$800

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/3

08:50-13:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Rarotonga

Fri 13/3

21:05-00:25

Nonstop4h 20m

$806

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Cook Islands

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cook Islands from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to the Cook Islands

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Cook Islands?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cook Islands (average of $305). Flying from New Zealand to Cook Islands in September is currently the most expensive (average of $559). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to CK?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Cook Islands. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to Cook Islands at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Cook Islands?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Cook Islands. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Cook Islands flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Cook Islands

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Cook Islands. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 13 December 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to CK0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How often are flights from New Zealand to the Cook Islands delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Cook Islands have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 112 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New Zealand to the Cook Islands flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Zealand to the Cook Islands flights?

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cook Islands

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cook Islands. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cook Islands. Reviews last updated 13 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from New Zealand to the Cook Islands to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Cook Islands. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this New Zealand to Cook Islands flight route?

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Cook Islands?

    Airlines like Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly from New Zealand to Cook Islands in about 3h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 10m. The distance from New Zealand to Cook Islands is about 3011 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Cook Islands that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Cook Islands flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Cook Islands?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Cook Islands.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Cook Islands?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Cook Islands by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Cook Islands?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cook Islands (average of $305). Flying from New Zealand to Cook Islands in September is currently the most expensive (average of $559). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from New Zealand to Cook Islands

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Cook Islands. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 13 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$337Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$592Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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