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Cheap flights from Wellington to Rarotonga from $388

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 15/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — RAR
28 May — 4 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 April 2026.

Sat 6/607:45
WLG
-
RAR
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/622:05
RAR
-
WLG
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$830
Wed 10/614:10
WLG
-
RAR
1 stop28h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 17/622:05
RAR
-
WLG
1 stop11h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/4$854
Sun 7/619:40
WLG
-
RAR
2 stops23h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 14/622:05
RAR
-
WLG
1 stop16h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/4$862
Sun 13/912:45
WLG
-
RAR
1 stop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/922:05
RAR
-
WLG
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$894
Fri 14/812:45
WLG
-
RAR
1 stop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/822:05
RAR
-
WLG
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$935
Thu 21/509:15
WLG
-
RAR
1 stop9h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/522:15
RAR
-
WLG
1 stop23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$942
Fri 22/521:40
WLG
-
RAR
1 stop21h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 24/522:05
RAR
-
WLG
1 stop21h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/4$967
Thu 4/608:30
WLG
-
RAR
1 stop10h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/615:45
RAR
-
WLG
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$969
Sun 7/619:10
WLG
-
RAR
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/622:05
RAR
-
WLG
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$974

Find flight deals from Wellington to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$830

One-way from

$388

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$915
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/6-14/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 35m total
  • Wellington to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 25m total
  • Wellington to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 28 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Wed 10/6

14:10-21:05

1 stop28h 55m

Rarotonga

Wed 17/6

22:05-07:05

1 stop11h 00m

$854
Fastest return journey

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Sun 13/9

12:45-21:05

1 stop6h 20m

Rarotonga

Sun 20/9

22:05-07:05

1 stop11h 00m

$894

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Thu 4/6

08:30-21:05

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Mon 8/6

15:45-21:20

1 stop7h 35m

$969

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Thu 7/5

09:15-21:05

1 stop9h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 9/5

22:15-14:10

1 stop17h 55m

$994

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Mon 8/6

08:30-21:05

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Mon 15/6

15:45-18:10

1 stop28h 25m

$1,043

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Thu 21/5

08:15-21:05

2 stops10h 50m

Rarotonga

Thu 28/5

22:15-14:10

1 stop17h 55m

$1,060

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Tue 26/5

11:00-22:05

1 stop9h 05m

Rarotonga

Tue 2/6

15:45-07:10

1 stop17h 25m

$1,113

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Fri 14/8

19:40-21:05

2 stops23h 25m

Rarotonga

Wed 19/8

22:05-07:05

1 stop11h 00m

$1,119

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Sun 7/6

19:40-21:05

2 stops23h 25m

Rarotonga

Sun 14/6

09:00-11:05

2 stops28h 05m

$1,163

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Sat 9/5

07:40-21:05

1 stop11h 25m

Rarotonga

Mon 11/5

15:45-21:20

1 stop7h 35m

$1,197

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Wellington to Rarotonga?

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wellington to Rarotonga. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Rarotonga (average of $872). Flying from Wellington to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,092). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Wellington to Rarotonga?

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 28 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington 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
8.0
Very Good
638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
638 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
538 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington 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 Wellington to Rarotonga?

    There are many flights that can get you from Wellington to Rarotonga in 28h 55m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. The distance between Wellington and Rarotonga is about 3265 km.

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

    Jetstar, at $595, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wellington to Rarotonga. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air New Zealand. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Rarotonga (average of $872). Flying from Wellington to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,092). 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 Wellington to Rarotonga on these airlines

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Top 2 airlines flying from Wellington to Rarotonga

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wellington 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 28 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$595Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$772Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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