NSN - RAR

$1,337 Find Cheap Flights from Nelson to Rarotonga

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Nelson to Rarotonga departing on 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest return fare
$1,337
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NSN - RAR • 1 stop
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Sat 3/1
NSN - RAR • multi-stop
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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

Mon, 16 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
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06:30 - 20:05
NSN
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RAR
12h 35m1 stop
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14:55 - 12:20
RAR
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NSN
22h 25m1 stop
$1,337Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
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08:55 - 20:05
NSN
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RAR
10h 10m2 stops
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14:55 - 12:20
RAR
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NSN
22h 25m1 stop
$1,339Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
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17:30 - 13:40
NSN
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RAR
19h 10m2 stops
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14:55 - 11:15
RAR
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NSN
21h 20m2 stops
$1,351Air New Zealand
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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.

Which airlines fly direct between Nelson and Rarotonga?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Nelson to Rarotonga.

There is just one airline that flies from Nelson to Rarotonga direct and that is Air New Zealand. The best return deal found from Air New Zealand for the route is $882.

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Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$1,337
Best time to beat the crowds (22% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (38% more expensive on average)
Flight from Nelson to Rarotonga

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FAQs for booking flights from Nelson to Rarotonga

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nelson to Rarotonga?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nelson to Rarotonga was $1,337 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.
8.0
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 563 reviews
7.4Entertainment
8.0Comfort
8.2Boarding
7.4Food
8.5Crew
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The disembarking steps in Wellington were precarious and I felt quite insecure. There was no one on the tarmac to greet us and help. The embarking ramp in Blenheim was much more satisfactory. The rest of the flight was fine.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2025
BHE - WLG
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The disembarking steps in Wellington were precarious and I felt quite insecure. There was no one on the tarmac to greet us and help. The embarking ramp in Blenheim was much more satisfactory. The rest of the flight was fine.

My flying experience was not great. The temperature was ridiculously low. I had a sweater and a big jacket and even then. Since my ticket was an economy ticket, I suppose I didn’t deserve a blanket as they were only available for business. The result, o got a cold I have not been able to shake off in 6 days which has absolutely ruined my stay in Japan as I hasn’t had the chance to leave my hotel room. Everything else that was good, had overshadowed by this. BE A LITTLE MORE HUMAN

The food was not as good as Air New Zealand. The veg pasta was pass-able but the veg cibotta sandwich was dry, hard and not up to par. The coach staff were attentive and accommodating.

Air conditioning was turned to the wrong setting. Way too hot. The entertainment system kept resetting and didn’t work half the flight. Said something to the crew. They didn’t do anything to help. Plane had a mechanical problem that resulted in 2.5 hour delay. Boarded the plane, had to disembark and get back on.

Flight was delayed by 2 hours. Got lucky that i had a long connection, else would have certainly missed my connecting flight. Food is just okay, specially the breakfast is worse . Asked for water 30 mins before landing, the response is that we are landing so everything is packed . I guess traveling in economy that’s what we get. Probably business class passengers would get a different answer. Only good thing is that wifi service is available from auckland to lax for most part Next time will try united or American and then compare.

Good and appreciate the effort Air Zealand puts into using more environmentally friendly food containers and utensils. yay! One of the better airlines for this for sure. Still some bad stuff, but at least Air NZ is trying. :) Also really enjoyed the bluetooth option for personal headsets. :)

I was trying to get confirmation on if my luggage was going to be moved to the earlier flight (I requested standby to get home earlier) and was unable to get help from those working at the counter. The request to be moved to an earlier flight was handled smoothly through the app and appreciate the ease of the request.

They are my favourite airline in the world by a million miles.

Do the bumpy weather the whole trip they were very few times when the seatbelt sign wasn't on

Great except paying $240 usd for 2 pounds over on a checked luggage. Outrageous.

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Nelson (NSN)
Rarotonga (RAR)