NSN - RAR

$1,031 Find Cheap Flights from Nelson to Rarotonga – Compare and Save

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Cheapest return fare
$1,031
Typical prices: $851-$1,035
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/8Fri 14/8
NSN - RAR • 1 stop
Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Nelson and Rarotonga. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheap Flights from Nelson to Rarotonga (NSN-RAR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Nelson to Rarotonga 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 Rarotonga

Sun, 9 Aug - Fri, 14 Aug
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13:15 - 21:05
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RAR
29h 50m
1 stop
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22:05 - 14:45
RAR
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NSN
18h 40m
1 stop
$1,031Multiple Airlines
Sun, 23 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
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14:35 - 21:05
NSN
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RAR
28h 30m
2 stops
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22:05 - 08:05
RAR
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NSN
12h 00m
1 stop
$1,044Multiple Airlines
Sun, 9 Aug - Fri, 14 Aug
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13:15 - 21:05
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RAR
29h 50m
1 stop
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22:05 - 11:35
RAR
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NSN
15h 30m
2 stops
$1,051Multiple Airlines
Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug
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14:35 - 21:05
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RAR
28h 30m
2 stops
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22:05 - 08:05
RAR
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NSN
12h 00m
1 stop
$1,075Multiple Airlines
Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug
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13:15 - 21:05
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RAR
29h 50m
1 stop
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22:05 - 13:55
RAR
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NSN
17h 50m
1 stop
$1,082Multiple Airlines
Fri, 7 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug
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20:15 - 21:05
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RAR
22h 50m
2 stops
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22:15 - 18:15
RAR
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NSN
22h 00m
2 stops
$1,133Multiple Airlines
Fri, 7 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug
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19:20 - 21:05
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RAR
23h 45m
2 stops
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22:15 - 13:55
RAR
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NSN
17h 40m
1 stop
$1,145Multiple Airlines
Fri, 7 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug
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19:05 - 21:05
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RAR
24h 00m
1 stop
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22:15 - 14:45
RAR
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NSN
18h 30m
1 stop
$1,161Multiple Airlines
Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug
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17:45 - 21:05
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RAR
25h 20m
2 stops
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22:15 - 12:40
RAR
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NSN
16h 25m
2 stops
$1,201Multiple Airlines
Fri, 7 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug
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13:20 - 21:05
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RAR
29h 45m
3 stops
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22:15 - 12:35
RAR
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NSN
16h 20m
2 stops
$1,212Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Nelson to Rarotonga flights

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

How much is a return flight from Nelson to Rarotonga?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Nelson to Rarotonga departing in August.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nelson to Rarotonga, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Nelson to Rarotonga is December, where tickets cost $0 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,610 and $1,505 respectively.

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Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$1,031
Best time to beat the crowds (23% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (14% more expensive on average)
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FAQs for booking flights from Nelson to Rarotonga

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nelson to Rarotonga?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nelson to Rarotonga was $1,031 for a return ticket.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Nelson to Rarotonga?

    Nelson airport is called Nelson and the only airport in Rarotonga is Rarotonga.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nelson to Rarotonga?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nelson to Rarotonga?

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

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

    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 Rarotonga.

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

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

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

    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 Nelson with another airline.

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

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

Reviews of the top airline flying from Nelson to Rarotonga

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nelson to Rarotonga. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Nelson to Rarotonga? 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.
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Air New ZealandOverall score based on 650 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
7.4Food
7.4Entertainment
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Great first time experience with ANZ. Such a great customer service. The crew was very friendly and welcoming

10.0 ExcellentManish, May 2026
ZQN - AKL
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Great first time experience with ANZ. Such a great customer service. The crew was very friendly and welcoming

Great first time experience with Air New Zealand and loved it. The flight crew was extremely friendly and provided great service.

Needed more leg room. Leg rest and entertainment system box took up a lot of space and I'm not tall. Breakfast was good. Poor quality of the entertainment options.

Boarded on time, smooth flight and "gentle" landing in Palmerston North. Ahead of time due to a tailwind

A better selection of entertainment would have been nice. I found nothing that appealed to me as a middle-aged traveler. The flight attendants were gracious, helpful, and attentive. It also would have been nice to have more bathrooms as the flight was full and the plane was big.

Appreciated the ability to get an earlier flight home after flying in from in from Japan. No problem with boarding or crew service. The limited choice of snacks, compared to previous years. Aircraft seats seem to be getting harder and more uncomfortable all the time. Overall, happy to be home

The Air New Zealand product is terrible, it's as expensive as a Jetstar ticket with add ons but with surely staff and old aircraft.

Wonderful trip. Everyone from checking in to the gate to the flight itself was amazing - kind, helpful, and has a beautiful smile.

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

Nothing special short flight - all good - difference between 1 fudge and 2 fudge is obligation and thankfulness

Everything you need to know for your flight from Nelson to Rarotonga

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Nelson (NSN)
Rarotonga (RAR)