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Cheap flights from South Island to Rarotonga from $400

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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — RAR
4 Nov — 11 Nov1
1 adult

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Cheapest flights from South Island to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 October 2024.

Thu 5/1208:20CHC - RAR
1 stop10h 45mJetstar
Mon 9/1221:10RAR - CHC
1 stop16h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$950
Mon 25/1120:25ZQN - RAR
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/1221:10RAR - ZQN
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$960
Thu 5/1210:30CHC - RAR
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1221:10RAR - CHC
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,022
Mon 25/1120:25ZQN - RAR
1 stop16h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 2/1214:55RAR - ZQN
2 stops19h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/10$1,090
Thu 5/1212:10CHC - RAR
2 stops24h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/1214:55RAR - CHC
2 stops29h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/10$1,239
Fri 13/1211:25BHE - RAR
1 stop25h 15mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/1214:55RAR - BHE
2 stops23h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/10$1,444
Fri 13/1219:25DUD - RAR
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/1221:10RAR - DUD
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,480
Fri 13/1210:45DUD - RAR
2 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/1214:55RAR - DUD
1 stop18h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/10$1,534

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ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 5/12

1 stop10h 45m

Rarotonga

Mon 9/12

1 stop16h 55m

$950

Queenstown IntlRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Mon 25/11

1 stop16h 15m

Rarotonga

Mon 2/12

1 stop13h 55m

$960

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 5/12

2 stops26h 10m

Rarotonga

Mon 9/12

1 stop16h 55m

$1,022

Queenstown IntlRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Mon 25/11

1 stop16h 15m

Rarotonga

Mon 2/12

2 stops19h 45m

$1,090

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 5/12

2 stops24h 30m

Rarotonga

Mon 9/12

2 stops29h 05m

$1,239

BlenheimRarotonga

BHE - RAR

BHERAR

Blenheim

Fri 13/12

1 stop25h 15m

Rarotonga

Fri 20/12

2 stops23h 05m

$1,444

DunedinRarotonga

DUD - RAR

DUDRAR

Dunedin

Fri 10/1

2 stops49h 55m

Rarotonga

Fri 17/1

2 stops26h 30m

$1,469

DunedinRarotonga

DUD - RAR

DUDRAR

Dunedin

Fri 10/1

1 stop23h 40m

Rarotonga

Fri 17/1

2 stops19h 50m

$1,474

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Deals found on 29/10

Best time to book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga

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Travel insights for flights from South Island to Rarotonga

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga (average of $433). Flying from South Island to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 EDG to RAR?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island 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 30 October 2024.

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.

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 30 October 2024.
8.1
Very Good
536 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice unfortunately food sucks especially when you require a vegetarian with dairy and get a vegan meal- they need improvement in that area.

8.1
Very Good
536 reviews
8.1
Very Good
536 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice unfortunately food sucks especially when you require a vegetarian with dairy and get a vegan meal- they need improvement in that area.

6.7
Okay
530 reviews
8.1
Very Good
536 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice unfortunately food sucks especially when you require a vegetarian with dairy and get a vegan meal- they need improvement in that area.

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.

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

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga (average of $433). Flying from South Island to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 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 147,119 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$652Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$734Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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