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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga from $284

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — RAR
14 Feb — 21 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Zealand (NZ0) 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 9 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$581

One-way from

$284

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$723

Good round-trip deal

$651 or less

Good one-way deal

$277 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/4-11/4
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Rarotonga
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Rarotonga
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($83 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga.

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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 9 February 2025.

Sat 5/415:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Fri 11/422:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 9/2$581
Mon 1/916:15AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 6/903:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/2$669
Thu 20/208:50AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/221:10RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2$708
Thu 6/307:40WLG - RAR
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Mon 10/321:10RAR - WLG
1 stop10h 55mJetstar
Deal found 8/2$722
Tue 4/309:40CHC - RAR
1 stop9h 25mJetstar
Mon 10/321:10RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 35mJetstar
Deal found 9/2$798
Sun 10/809:45WLG - RAR
1 stop14h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 20/823:20RAR - WLG
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/2$903
Wed 30/421:10WLG - RAR
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/523:20RAR - WLG
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$911
Thu 21/807:20CHC - RAR
1 stop12h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/923:20RAR - CHC
1 stop10h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/2$923
Fri 14/315:20TRG - RAR
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/321:10RAR - TRG
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$992
Fri 6/613:50CHC - RAR
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/623:20RAR - CHC
2 stops16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2$1,106
Mon 31/310:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/423:20RAR - ZQN
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2$1,136
Mon 31/310:25ZQN - RAR
2 stops26h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 7/423:20RAR - ZQN
2 stops14h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/2$1,191

Find flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga within your budget

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 9 February 2025.

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AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/3

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Mon 10/3

21:10-00:30

Nonstop4h 20m

$593

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Thu 6/3

07:40-20:05

1 stop11h 25m

Rarotonga

Mon 10/3

21:10-07:05

1 stop10h 55m

$722

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/3

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/4

03:05-05:45

Nonstop4h 40m

$757

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/8

20:00-01:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Thu 7/8

03:05-05:45

Nonstop4h 40m

$782

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Tue 4/3

09:40-20:05

1 stop9h 25m

Rarotonga

Mon 10/3

21:10-07:45

1 stop11h 35m

$798

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Wed 30/4

21:10-21:05

1 stop21h 55m

Rarotonga

Mon 5/5

23:20-07:05

1 stop9h 45m

$911

TaurangaRarotonga

TRG - RAR

TRGRAR

Tauranga

Fri 14/3

15:20-20:05

1 stop27h 45m

Rarotonga

Fri 21/3

21:10-09:25

1 stop13h 15m

$992

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Fri 6/6

13:50-21:05

1 stop29h 15m

Rarotonga

Wed 18/6

23:20-14:10

2 stops16h 50m

$1,106

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Fri 6/6

20:55-22:10

2 stops23h 15m

Rarotonga

Wed 18/6

23:20-15:40

2 stops18h 20m

$1,135

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Mon 31/3

10:45-20:05

1 stop8h 20m

Rarotonga

Mon 7/4

23:20-10:10

1 stop12h 50m

$1,136

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga

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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 9 February 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 26% 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 2 February 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. Saturday mornings 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 9 February 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to RAR are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Rarotonga by month

Plan your trip to Rarotonga by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rarotonga ranges from 100.0 - 260.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Rarotonga when rainfall is around 100.0 mm.

Temperature in Rarotonga by month

Plan your trip to Rarotonga by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rarotonga, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 22.0 C).

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 9 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Hawaiian Airlines, Air New Zealand and Jetstar from New Zealand to Rarotonga to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Karen,Jan 2025

OGG - LIH

I didn't fly to Kahului then to Lihue. I had changed reservation with hawaiian airlines.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Karen,Jan 2025

OGG - LIH

I didn't fly to Kahului then to Lihue. I had changed reservation with hawaiian airlines.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Karen,Jan 2025

OGG - LIH

I didn't fly to Kahului then to Lihue. I had changed reservation with hawaiian airlines.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Karen,Jan 2025

OGG - LIH

I didn't fly to Kahului then to Lihue. I had changed reservation with hawaiian airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Rarotonga. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Rarotonga one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $284. Users have also found prices from $326 and $1,195 on Air New Zealand and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes 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: United Airlines (87%), Air New Zealand (79%), Virgin Atlantic (79%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $845 for a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga. The cheapest flight overall is $221 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Rarotonga) is currently priced at $543.

  • 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.

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

    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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