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Cheap flights from New Plymouth to Rarotonga from $1,669

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NPL — RAR
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Plymouth to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Plymouth (NPL) to Rarotonga (RAR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,669

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,049
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 9/10-16/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 30m total
  • New Plymouth to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($272 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from New Plymouth to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Plymouth to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 August 2025.

Thu 9/1013:35NPL - RAR
1 stop6h 35mAir New Zealand
Thu 16/1015:00RAR - NPL
1 stop18h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/8$1,669

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Thu 9/10

13:35-21:10

1 stop6h 35m

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Thu 16/10

15:00-08:55

1 stop18h 55m

$1,669

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Deals found on 25/8

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NPL to RAR?

Find hourly flight availability from New Plymouth to Rarotonga. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Plymouth to Rarotonga in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 27 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from New Plymouth to Rarotonga have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
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Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
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Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

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  • How long is the flight from New Plymouth to Rarotonga?

    There are many flights that can get you from New Plymouth to Rarotonga in 6h 35m. Fly via Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. New Plymouth and Rarotonga are separated by a distance of 3169 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Plymouth to Rarotonga round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New Plymouth to Rarotonga is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $869 on this airline. Air New Zealand is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Plymouth to Rarotonga that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Plymouth to Rarotonga?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Plymouth to Rarotonga?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Plymouth to Rarotonga (average of $430). Flying from New Plymouth to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $584). 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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Air New ZealandCheapest$869Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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