$904 Find Cheap Flights from Nelson to the Cook Islands

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Best Cook Islands Flight Deals from Nelson

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Rarotonga
Rarotonga1 stop$904
Rarotonga
Rarotonga1 stop$904

Cheap Flights from Nelson to the Cook Islands

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Nelson to the Cook Islands that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Nelson to the Cook Islands

Thu, 7 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug
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06:45 - 21:05NSN-RAR
12h 20m1 stop
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22:05 - 18:30RAR-NSN
22h 25m1 stop
Thu, 7 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug
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07:20 - 21:05NSN-RAR
11h 45m1 stop
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22:05 - 20:25RAR-NSN
24h 20m2 stops
Sun, 27 Jul - Sat, 2 Aug
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14:25 - 01:55NSN-RAR
9h 30m2 stops
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03:05 - 16:25RAR-NSN
15h 20m2 stops
$980Air New Zealand
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Sun, 27 Jul - Sat, 2 Aug
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12:00 - 01:55NSN-RAR
11h 55m2 stops
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03:05 - 16:25RAR-NSN
15h 20m2 stops
$982Air New Zealand
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Sun, 27 Jul - Sun, 3 Aug
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12:00 - 01:55NSN-RAR
11h 55m2 stops
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23:20 - 16:25RAR-NSN
19h 05m2 stops
$995Air New Zealand
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Thu, 7 Aug - Sat, 16 Aug
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08:00 - 22:10NSN-RAR
12h 10m2 stops
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03:05 - 16:25RAR-NSN
15h 20m2 stops
$997Air New Zealand
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Sat, 26 Jul - Fri, 1 Aug
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12:00 - 01:55NSN-RAR
35h 55m2 stops
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03:30 - 20:25RAR-NSN
18h 55m2 stops
$1,015Air New Zealand
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Sat, 26 Jul - Fri, 1 Aug
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08:45 - 01:55NSN-RAR
15h 10m1 stop
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03:30 - 15:30RAR-NSN
14h 00m2 stops
$1,020Air New Zealand
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Sun, 27 Jul - Sun, 3 Aug
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09:30 - 01:55NSN-RAR
14h 25m2 stops
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23:20 - 19:10RAR-NSN
21h 50m1 stop
$1,022Air New Zealand
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Thu, 7 Aug - Sat, 16 Aug
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08:00 - 22:10NSN-RAR
12h 10m2 stops
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03:05 - 16:50RAR-NSN
15h 45m1 stop
$1,030Air New Zealand
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Nelson to the Cook Islands flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Nelson to the Cook Islands to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

How long does a flight from Nelson to the Cook Islands take?

The duration of a flight to the Cook Islands depends on your arrival airport. The shortest route to the Cook Islands from Nelson is to Rarotonga, which takes 7h 10m.


Good to know

High seasonApril
Cheapest flight$904
Most popular time to fly (28% more expensive on average)
Flight from Nelson to Rarotonga

FAQs - booking Cook Islands flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nelson to the Cook Islands?

    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 Nelson to the Cook Islands.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Nelson to the Cook Islands?

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Nelson to the Cook Islands?

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nelson to the Cook Islands?

    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 from Nelson to the Cook Islands up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to the Cook Islands?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to the Cook Islands is generally in the afternoon, when retur flights cost $647 on average. Morning departures are around 15% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to the Cook Islands is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $796.

Top airline flying from Nelson to the Cook Islands

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Nelson to the Cook Islands? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 483 reviews
7.3Food
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.4Entertainment
8.5Crew
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The business class upgrade meant a good sleep on the way home after a long week away. Excellent service, great food, and comfortable seat/bed for the journey.

10.0 ExcellentConstantine, May 2025LAS - LAX
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The business class upgrade meant a good sleep on the way home after a long week away. Excellent service, great food, and comfortable seat/bed for the journey.

I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

Again, Air New Zealand was great. They kept bathrooms clean, food was actually very good, New Zealand wines a big hit

The issue was with getting our boarding pases. There were issues with our arrangements that were made through Kayak. I am sorry to say that we will not use you again because of this. The flight itself was good and the flight attendants excellent.

Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

It was good for a short domestic flight. As no food ar entertainment provided, there should be a n/a rating available for those.

USB charging ports did not work on any of Air New Zealand flights

Economy was much nicer on the Air New Zealand planes.

Flew premium economy, well worth the extra. Much better seat size & space. Meals & snacks were lovely. Crew really pleasant. Internet is not great, not really useful for anything. Couldn't even send messages.

Everything was fine. Wish the wifi was free and included in the ticket price.

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