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$280+ Cheap flights to Rarotonga

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— RAR
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult

Flights to Rarotonga in 2025

Find the latest flights to Rarotonga in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

Return from

$678

One-way from

$280

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$790

Good round-trip deal

$736 or less

Good one-way deal

$346 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 20/10-23/10
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 35m total
  • Auckland to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 55m total
  • Auckland to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to Rarotonga.
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Cheapest flights to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 22 August 2025.

Mon 20/1015:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1002:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8$678
Sat 18/1015:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1002:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8$699
Mon 17/1115:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Sun 30/1121:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 20/8$706
Thu 4/1215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1214:55RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8$728
Sat 25/1015:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Fri 31/1021:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 19/8$745
Thu 6/1115:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1121:20RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8$747
Thu 25/915:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1022:20RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8$764

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/10

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Thu 23/10

02:05-05:45

Nonstop4h 40m

$678

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 18/10

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Thu 23/10

02:05-05:45

Nonstop4h 40m

$699

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Mon 17/11

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Sun 30/11

21:05-00:25

Nonstop4h 20m

$706

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/11

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Thu 13/11

21:20-00:45

Nonstop4h 25m

$747

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 27/9

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Fri 3/10

21:05-00:40

Nonstop4h 35m

$769

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/9

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Tue 16/9

03:05-05:45

Nonstop4h 40m

$780

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 25/9

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Mon 6/10

22:20-02:00

Nonstop4h 40m

$783

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 27/9

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Wed 1/10

21:05-00:40

Nonstop4h 35m

$809

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/9

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

$280

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/9

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

$285

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Rarotonga, you should look to book at least 28 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 17 August 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Rarotonga should consider flying on Thursday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rarotonga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rarotonga. 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 Rarotonga. Reviews last updated 22 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar to the Cook Islands have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
465 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

FAQs about flying to Rarotonga

What is good to know if travelling to Rarotonga?

  • Visitors are not expected to tip while on the Cook Islands. It’s not part of the Islanders’ culture. Also, Rarotonga is a conservative place. Even Rarotongan women will cover up for the beach. Dress conservatively. 
  • There are four coral islets off Muri Beach: Mo tutapu, Oneroa, Koromiri and Taakoka. 
  • The Takitumu Conservation Area protects native birds and plants, particularly the Kakerori, the Rarotonga Flycatcher. 
  • Rarotanga’s cuisine is modern Pacific Rim – a fusion of Asian, Indian and French. Ika mata is a specialty on Rarotonga, it’s fish marinated in coconut and lime. Ika mata, with taro (the leaves of the taro are island spinach) appear on “island nights” menus. 
  • The Saturday market at Punanga Nui runs from 6am until noon. This is the place to pick up black pearls, hand-woven baskets and wooden souvenirs.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rarotonga?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Rarotonga (RAR) if they wish to fly to Rarotonga. The Rarotonga airport is 0.8 km from the city centre. On average, Rarotonga has 7 flights from Auckland per day from 2 airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rarotonga if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rarotonga on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rarotonga?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rarotonga.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rarotonga?

    Rarotonga is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rarotonga. One-way flights to Rarotonga typically cost $265, while return flights cost around $339.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rarotonga depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rarotonga, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Rarotonga have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rarotonga can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rarotonga?

    Yes. Rarotonga has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sharnytas Studio Air Conditioned is the closest property to Rarotonga (0.0 km away from Rarotonga).

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