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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga from $459

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 19/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZQN — RAR
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Queenstown to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queenstown (ZQN) 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 17 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$962

One-way from

$459

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,043
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 19/11-26/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • Queenstown to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 50m total
  • Queenstown to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($344 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($117 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queenstown to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2025.

Wed 19/1111:15ZQN - RAR
2 stops31h 50mJetstar
Wed 26/1121:05RAR - ZQN
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 15/10$962
Sun 30/1110:35ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 7/1221:20RAR - ZQN
1 stop23h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/10$976
Sat 29/1117:20ZQN - RAR
1 stop19h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 6/1221:20RAR - ZQN
1 stop13h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/10$1,058
Wed 19/1116:05ZQN - RAR
2 stops51h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 26/1114:55RAR - ZQN
2 stops19h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/10$1,234
Sun 30/1116:45ZQN - RAR
3 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1221:20RAR - ZQN
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$1,655
Sat 29/1114:35ZQN - RAR
3 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1221:20RAR - ZQN
2 stops14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,677
Wed 19/1112:55ZQN - RAR
3 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1114:55RAR - ZQN
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,820

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown 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 17 October 2025.
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Rarotonga

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Departure

Return

Price

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/11

11:15-20:05

2 stops31h 50m

Rarotonga

Wed 26/11

21:05-10:05

1 stop14h 00m

$962

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Sun 30/11

10:35-20:10

1 stop8h 35m

Rarotonga

Sun 7/12

21:20-19:40

1 stop23h 20m

$976

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Sat 29/11

17:20-13:40

1 stop19h 20m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/12

21:20-09:50

1 stop13h 30m

$1,058

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Sat 29/11

10:45-20:05

1 stop8h 20m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/12

21:20-09:40

2 stops13h 20m

$1,060

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/11

16:05-20:10

2 stops51h 05m

Rarotonga

Wed 26/11

14:55-09:40

2 stops19h 45m

$1,234

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Sun 30/11

16:45-20:10

3 stops26h 25m

Rarotonga

Sun 7/12

21:20-16:15

2 stops19h 55m

$1,655

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/11

12:55-20:05

3 stops30h 10m

Rarotonga

Wed 26/11

14:55-12:20

2 stops22h 25m

$1,820

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/11

11:15-20:05

2 stops31h 50m

$459

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/11

20:25-20:05

1 stop22h 40m

$640

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Deals found on 17/10

Best time to book a flight from Queenstown to Rarotonga

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Queenstown to Rarotonga

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Rarotonga (average of $492). Flying from Queenstown to Rarotonga in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,008). 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 ZQN to RAR?

Find hourly flight availability from Queenstown 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 17 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Queenstown to Rarotonga in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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 17 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Queenstown to Rarotonga 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
515 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
515 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
515 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
475 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
515 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

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

  • How long is the flight from Queenstown to Rarotonga?

    There are many flights that can get you from Queenstown to Rarotonga in 8h 35m. Fly via Jetstar or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance between Queenstown and Rarotonga is about 3901 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Queenstown to Rarotonga round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $737, was found to be the cheapest airline from Queenstown to Rarotonga. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air New Zealand. You may be able to fly from Queenstown to Rarotonga for 39% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown 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 Queenstown to Rarotonga?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Rarotonga (average of $492). Flying from Queenstown to Rarotonga in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,008). 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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Fly from Queenstown to Rarotonga on these airlines

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Air New Zealand flights from Queenstown Intl to Rarotonga
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Top 2 airlines flying from Queenstown to Rarotonga

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga. 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 17 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$737Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$898Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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