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Cheap flights from South Island to Rarotonga from $250

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 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHC — RAR
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
Wed 24/4
Wed 1/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 29 days in advance to save up to 26% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 29 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from South Island to Rarotonga 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,107, or $1,565 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Island to Rarotonga?

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga from South Island. Users have commonly found prices around $1,159 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $723. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Island to Rarotonga (EDG - RAR)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Island to Rarotonga as you normally would.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from South Island to Rarotonga

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between South Island and Rarotonga. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 119,416 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Air New Zealand flights we've detected travelling from South Island to Rarotonga. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Thu 19/906:30CHC - RAR
2 stops13h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 26/916:00RAR - CHC
1 stop27h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/4$1,051
Thu 19/921:00CHC - RAR
1 stop15h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 26/916:00RAR - CHC
1 stop29h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/4$1,071
Fri 30/812:55IVC - RAR
1 stop11h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 2/923:25RAR - IVC
2 stops13h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/4$1,117
Fri 30/810:40IVC - RAR
2 stops13h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 2/923:25RAR - IVC
2 stops18h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/4$1,119
Thu 19/920:30CHC - RAR
2 stops16h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 26/916:00RAR - CHC
2 stops18h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/4$1,144
Tue 25/610:15CHC - RAR
2 stops9h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/723:25RAR - CHC
2 stops16h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/4$1,178
Sat 1/610:10CHC - RAR
2 stops23h 45mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/623:25RAR - CHC
2 stops13h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/4$1,371
Sat 4/506:00BHE - RAR
1 stop6h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/523:25RAR - BHE
2 stops35h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/4$1,585
Sat 4/506:00BHE - RAR
1 stop6h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/523:25RAR - BHE
2 stops22h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/4$1,587

Cheap Jetstar flights from South Island to Rarotonga

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between South Island and Rarotonga. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 119,416 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Jetstar flights from South Island to Rarotonga. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Tue 25/608:35CHC - RAR
1 stop10h 30mJetstar
Mon 8/722:00RAR - CHC
1 stop14h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/4$705
Thu 30/510:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 20mJetstar
Fri 7/622:00RAR - ZQN
1 stop16h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/4$712
Sat 1/606:15CHC - RAR
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Wed 5/622:00RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/4$757

Cheap South Island to Rarotonga flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Island to Rarotonga specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 119,416 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from South Island to Rarotonga in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 30/510:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 20mJetstar
Fri 7/622:00RAR - ZQN
1 stop16h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/4$712
Thu 30/510:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/622:00RAR - ZQN
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$766
Thu 30/507:20ZQN - RAR
3 stops11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/622:00RAR - ZQN
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$995
Thu 30/507:20ZQN - RAR
3 stops11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/623:25RAR - ZQN
2 stops14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,208
Sat 20/420:10CHC - RAR
1 stop13h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 23/416:00RAR - CHC
2 stops26h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/4$1,364
Sat 20/408:45CHC - RAR
1 stop25h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 23/416:00RAR - CHC
1 stop19h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/4$1,376
Sat 20/410:10CHC - RAR
2 stops23h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 23/416:00RAR - CHC
2 stops24h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/4$1,401
Sat 4/506:00BHE - RAR
1 stop6h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/523:25RAR - BHE
2 stops35h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/4$1,585
Sat 4/506:00BHE - RAR
1 stop6h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/523:25RAR - BHE
2 stops22h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/4$1,587

South Island to Rarotonga 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Island and Rarotonga in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 119,416 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from South Island to Rarotonga in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 25/608:35CHC - RAR
1 stop10h 30mJetstar
Mon 8/722:00RAR - CHC
1 stop14h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/4$705
Thu 30/510:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 20mJetstar
Fri 7/622:00RAR - ZQN
1 stop16h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/4$712
Sat 1/606:15CHC - RAR
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Wed 5/622:00RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/4$757
Thu 30/510:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/622:00RAR - ZQN
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$766
Tue 25/606:15CHC - RAR
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/723:25RAR - CHC
2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$833
Sat 1/606:15CHC - RAR
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/623:25RAR - CHC
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$909
Thu 21/1110:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Mon 25/1121:10RAR - ZQN
1 stop13h 55mJetstar
Deal found 17/4$946
Thu 30/507:20ZQN - RAR
3 stops11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/622:00RAR - ZQN
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$995
Thu 21/1110:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Mon 25/1121:10RAR - ZQN
1 stop13h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/4$1,000

One-way flights to Rarotonga from South Island

Search for one-way flight options from South Island to Rarotonga. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 119,416 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from South Island to Rarotonga, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. For those needing a return trip from South Island, there is a search form available above.
Mon 23/920:25CHC - RAR
1 stop22h 40mJetstar
Deal found 19/4$250
Tue 24/909:40CHC - RAR
1 stop9h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/4$260
Tue 24/910:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 20mJetstar
Deal found 19/4$294
Thu 2/509:40CHC - RAR
1 stop9h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/4$370
Thu 26/911:05CHC - RAR
2 stops9h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/4$423
Thu 26/906:50CHC - RAR
1 stop13h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/4$428
Thu 26/910:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 20mJetstar
Deal found 19/4$453
Mon 23/916:50ZQN - RAR
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$519
Wed 25/908:35CHC - RAR
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$522

Find flights from South Island to Rarotonga within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island 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 119,416 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.

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$705 - $1,071

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Tue 25/6

1 stop10h 30m

Rarotonga

Mon 8/7

1 stop14h 50m

$705

Queenstown IntlRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Thu 30/5

1 stop8h 20m

Rarotonga

Fri 7/6

1 stop16h 25m

$712

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 1/6

1 stop12h 50m

Rarotonga

Wed 5/6

1 stop11h 50m

$757

Queenstown IntlRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Thu 30/5

1 stop8h 20m

Rarotonga

Fri 7/6

2 stops19h 20m

$766

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Tue 25/6

1 stop12h 50m

Rarotonga

Mon 8/7

2 stops15h 25m

$833

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 1/6

1 stop12h 50m

Rarotonga

Wed 5/6

2 stops17h 00m

$909

Queenstown IntlRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Thu 30/5

3 stops11h 45m

Rarotonga

Fri 7/6

1 stop16h 25m

$995

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 19/9

2 stops13h 40m

Rarotonga

Thu 26/9

1 stop27h 25m

$1,051

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 19/9

1 stop15h 40m

Rarotonga

Thu 26/9

1 stop29h 25m

$1,071

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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 19 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Island to Rarotonga, such as Air New Zealand and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
662 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Jetstar
6.9
Okay
680 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island 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 South Island?

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

  • Can I find flights from South Island to Rarotonga for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Island to Rarotonga for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $705, but on average you can expect to pay $1,169.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Island to Rarotonga?

    The most popular flight routes from South Island to Rarotonga are Nelson - Rarotonga, Christchurch - Rarotonga and Blenheim - Rarotonga.

  • What does CHC to RAR mean?

    Great question - CHC to RAR just means Christchurch Airport to Rarotonga Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Queenstown Intl Airport (ZQN), Dunedin Airport (DUD), Nelson Airport (NSN), Blenheim Airport (BHE), Invercargill Airport (IVC).

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Rarotonga that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Island to Rarotonga flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Island to Rarotonga with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Island to Rarotonga flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Island to Rarotonga?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Rarotonga that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Island to Rarotonga offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Island to Rarotonga?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Island to Rarotonga flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Island to Rarotonga flight deals updated?

    The South Island to Rarotonga flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 19/4.

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Top 2 airlines flying from South Island to Rarotonga

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from South Island 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 119,416 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$709Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$779Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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