Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from Auckland to Rarotonga, Air New Zealand or Jetstar?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Auckland to Rarotonga are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $780 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $605 and an overall rating of 6.5.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga take?

Accepted Answer

The average direct flight takes 3h 45m, covering a distance of 4,847 km.

Question 3

How many flights are there between Auckland and Rarotonga per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 1 and 3 direct flights that take off from Auckland and land in Rarotonga, with an average flight time of 3h 50m. The most common departure time is 15:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 14 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 21% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 4

How many flights are there between Auckland and Rarotonga per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 1 and 3 direct flights that take off from Auckland and land in Rarotonga, with an average flight time of 3h 50m. The most common departure time is 15:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 14 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 21% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga was $266 for a one-way ticket and $560 for a return.

Question 6

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from Auckland to Rarotonga, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Rarotonga, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

Question 7

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from Auckland to Rarotonga, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Rarotonga, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

Question 8

What’s the earliest departure time from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Auckland at 08:45 and will be landing in Rarotonga at 14:30.

Question 9

What’s the latest departure time from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Auckland to Rarotonga jets off at 20:50 and lands at 02:35.

Question 10

Which airlines fly direct between Auckland and Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Auckland to Rarotonga. They are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. The cheapest airline for this route is Jetstar, with the best return deal found costing $247. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 11

Which airlines fly direct between Auckland and Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Auckland to Rarotonga. They are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. The cheapest airline for this route is Jetstar, with the best return deal found costing $247. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 12

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Auckland to Rarotonga flight route.

Question 13

Which airline alliances offer flights from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Auckland and Rarotonga.

Question 14

On which days can I fly direct from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Auckland to Rarotonga on a daily basis.

Question 15

Is it possible to fly non-stop from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

Jetstar, Virgin and Air New Zealand are among the airlines that offer direct flights between Auckland and Rarotonga.

Question 16

Can I do my duty free shopping once I land at Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

There are two duty free shops for you to choose from in the Arrivals section of Rarotonga Airport. A broad range of alcohol, tobacco and beauty products are available at CITC and SAVA stores. Be mindful that the limit on duty-free alcohol you are allowed to bring into the Cook Islands is 2 litres of wine/spirits or 4.5 litres of beer.

Question 17

Are there any hotels located at Rarotonga Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are no hotels located on the premises of the airport, however The Islander Hotel is the closest in proximity and is directly across the road from the airport terminal. A twin room with sea views and a king size bed is available from CI$ 280 (NZ$ 280) approx.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Rarotonga is June, where tickets cost $669 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $986 and $792 respectively.

Question 19

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Rarotonga is June, where tickets cost $669 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $986 and $792 respectively.

Question 20

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Auckland to Rarotonga.

Question 21

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rarotonga from Auckland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

Question 22

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Rarotonga with an airline and back to Auckland with another airline.

Question 23

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Rarotonga from Auckland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 24

How often are flights from Auckland to Rarotonga delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Auckland and Rarotonga historically see delays in approximately 24% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 113 minutes.

Question 25

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Auckland to Rarotonga flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Air New Zealand have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 21% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 26

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Thursday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 27

What is the most punctual flight time for Auckland to Rarotonga flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 28

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Auckland and Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 29

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Auckland and Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Rarotonga, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Rarotonga, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Question 32

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Rarotonga from Auckland usually cost between $619 and $909 in January.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $560 on Jetstar (21 Jan–31 Jan).

Question 33

What are the most popular airlines flying to Rarotonga?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Rarotonga is Air New Zealand, followed by Jetstar.

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