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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga from $279

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.
AKL — RAR
28 Aug — 4 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Rarotonga

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Rarotonga flight deals. Data was last updated 23 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$675

One-way from

$279

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$788

Good round-trip deal

$734 or less

Good one-way deal

$346 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 20/10-23/10
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 August 2025.

Mon 20/1015:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1002:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/8$675
Sat 18/1015:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1002:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/8$696
Thu 4/1215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1221:20RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/8$713
Thu 4/915:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/903:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/8$737
Mon 17/1115:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Sun 30/1121:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 21/8$756
Sat 27/915:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Fri 3/1021:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 21/8$768
Thu 25/915:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1022:20RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8$781
Mon 6/1015:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/1022:20RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/8$797
Mon 29/908:30CHC - RAR
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/1021:05RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 45mJetstar
Deal found 21/8$895
Fri 12/1212:30CHC - RAR
1 stop6h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 16/1221:20RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/8$900
Thu 9/1007:40WLG - RAR
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1002:05RAR - WLG
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/8$943
Fri 17/1020:30CHC - RAR
1 stop22h 35mJetstar
Wed 22/1021:05RAR - CHC
1 stop26h 10mJetstar
Deal found 22/8$948

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga 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 23 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga that are best for you.

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New Zealand

Fly to

Rarotonga

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

$675

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

$680

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

$696

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/12

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Thu 11/12

21:20-00:45

Nonstop4h 25m

$713

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/1

08:50-13:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Rarotonga

Sun 1/2

14:55-18:10

Nonstop4h 15m

$720

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/9

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/9

03:05-05:45

Nonstop4h 40m

$737

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Mon 29/9

08:30-20:05

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Sun 5/10

21:05-07:50

1 stop11h 45m

$895

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Fri 12/12

06:45-20:10

1 stop12h 25m

Rarotonga

Tue 16/12

21:20-10:40

2 stops14h 20m

$900

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Thu 9/10

07:40-20:05

1 stop11h 25m

Rarotonga

Tue 14/10

02:05-18:20

1 stop17h 15m

$943

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Fri 17/10

20:30-20:05

1 stop22h 35m

Rarotonga

Wed 22/10

21:05-22:15

1 stop26h 10m

$948

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga (average of $430). Flying from New Zealand 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 23 August 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Zealand to Rarotonga is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Rarotonga?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Rarotonga

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Rarotonga. 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 23 August 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to RAR are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 23 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from New Zealand to Rarotonga by reading reviews from past customers. 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
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Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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
467 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Rarotonga (RAR) if they book a flight to Rarotonga from New Zealand. Rarotonga is conveniently located just 0.8 km from Rarotonga’s city centre.

  • How popular is this New Zealand to Rarotonga flight route?

    Flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga have been viewed 9,922 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Airlines like Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly from New Zealand to Rarotonga in about 3h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 30m. The distance from New Zealand to Rarotonga is about 3011 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Rarotonga?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Rarotonga, Christchurch - Rarotonga or Wellington - Rarotonga when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Rarotonga.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Rarotonga?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New Zealand to Rarotonga on time: Qantas Airways (77%), Jetstar (77%), United Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga?

    On average you can expect to pay $973 for a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga. The cheapest flight overall is $264 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Rarotonga) is currently priced at $521.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Rarotonga 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 Rarotonga?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga (average of $430). Flying from New Zealand 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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Top 2 airlines flying from New Zealand to Rarotonga

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$340Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$590Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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