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Cheapest return fare
$524
Typical prices: $986-$687
Jetstar
Mon 27/7Fri 31/7
AKL - RAR • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$235
Typical prices: $244-$689
Jetstar
Mon 29/6
AKL - RAR • Direct
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Cheap Flights to Rarotonga

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

Mon, 27 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul
Jetstar Logo
15:10 - 21:05
AKL
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RAR
3h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
22:05 - 00:40
RAR
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AKL
4h 35mdirect
$524Jetstar
Mon, 27 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul
Jetstar Logo
15:10 - 21:05
AKL
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RAR
3h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
22:05 - 00:40
RAR
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AKL
4h 35mdirect
$525Jetstar
Mon, 27 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug
Jetstar Logo
15:10 - 21:05
AKL
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RAR
3h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
22:05 - 00:40
RAR
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AKL
4h 35mdirect
$531Jetstar
Thu, 23 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul
Jetstar Logo
15:10 - 21:05
AKL
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RAR
3h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
22:05 - 00:40
RAR
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AKL
4h 35mdirect
$532Jetstar
Thu, 30 Jul - Sun, 9 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 - 21:05
ZQN
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RAR
8h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:05 - 09:40
RAR
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ZQN
13h 35m
2 stops
$910Multiple Airlines
Sun, 19 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:05 - 21:05
NSN
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RAR
24h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:05 - 11:20
RAR
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NSN
15h 15m
1 stop
$946Multiple Airlines
Sun, 19 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
Air New Zealand Logo
10:40 - 01:25
NSN
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RAR
12h 45m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
22:15 - 08:05
RAR
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NSN
11h 50m
1 stop
$1,040Air New Zealand
Sun, 19 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
Air New Zealand Logo
10:40 - 01:25
NSN
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RAR
12h 45m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
22:15 - 09:10
RAR
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NSN
12h 55m
2 stops
$1,051Air New Zealand
Sat, 25 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
Qantas Airways Logo
06:05 - 07:20
DUD
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RAR
47h 15m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
09:00 - 10:10
RAR
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DUD
27h 10m
2 stops
$4,471Qantas Airways
Sat, 25 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
Qantas Airways Logo
06:05 - 07:20
DUD
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RAR
47h 15m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
09:00 - 10:10
RAR
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DUD
27h 10m
2 stops
$4,481Qantas Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Rarotonga

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

What is the cheapest flight to Rarotonga?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 5 days.

In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Rarotonga was found on the route from Auckland, at $524 return. The most popular connection is from Christchurch to Rarotonga and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as $725 in the last 3 days.

How much is a flight to Rarotonga?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Rarotonga from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Rarotonga costs $564 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $222 and departed from Auckland. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Auckland to Rarotonga which costs $776 on average, and Christchurch to Rarotonga, which costs $1,201 on average.

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What is the cheapest day to fly to Rarotonga?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Rarotonga clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Rarotonga is Monday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $736. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Friday, where round-trip prices are $852 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights 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 to Rarotonga is November, where tickets cost $745 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of tickets from New Zealand is $1,157 and $1,154 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is November with an average price of $88.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Rarotonga?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Rarotonga depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Rarotonga is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $725 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Rarotonga is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $841.

What is a good deal for flights to Rarotonga?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Rarotonga, 25% of our users found tickets to Rarotonga for the following prices or less: From Auckland $589 return.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Rarotonga, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know – Book Cheap Rarotonga Plane Tickets

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$235
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (26% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights to Rarotonga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Rarotonga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs - booking Rarotonga flights

  • Can I purchase duty-free items when I land at Rarotonga Airport?

    There are two duty-free shops which you can browse within the Arrival Terminal of Rarotonga Airport. The stores have an extensive range of liquor, local handcrafted gifts and souvenirs for you to choose from.

  • Can I hire a car from Rarotonga Airport?

    Pick up a rental car from either Avis or Polynesian Rentals and explore the breathtaking sights across the island at your own pace. Both companies have offices located within the Arrivals hall of Rarotonga Airport.

  • How much will a taxi cost to Avarua from Rarotonga Airport?

    The majority of accommodation on the island is within the Avarua district and a taxi from the airport to the centre of town will cost CI$ 20 (≈NZ$ 20). It is recommended that you prearrange a driver to meet you, as taxis do not commonly wait at Rarotonga Airport for customers.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Rarotonga?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Rarotonga was found on the route from Auckland, at $524 return. The most popular connection is from Christchurch to Rarotonga and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as $725 in the last 3 days.

  • How far is Rarotonga Airport from central Rarotonga?

    You’ll need to travel 1 km to reach the Rarotonga city centre from Rarotonga Airport.

  • What is the name of Rarotonga’s airport?

    All flights to Rarotonga land at Rarotonga Airport. The airport code is RAR,and it can also be referred to as Rarotonga or Rarotonga Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Rarotonga?

    On average, a flight to Rarotonga costs $564. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $222 and departed from Auckland Intl Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights 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 to Rarotonga.

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Rarotonga 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 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 up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Rarotonga

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Rarotonga? 25% of our users found return tickets to Rarotonga for the following prices or less: From Auckland $646, from Christchurch $939
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Rarotonga flight deals.
  • Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) is the major travel hub for those travelling to the island of Rarotonga, as well as the greater Cook Islands region. The only other international airport for the Cook Islands is Aitutaki (AIT), where flights are less regular and considerably more expensive.
  • The distance between Rarotonga Airport and the downtown district is 3 km, however destinations all across the island can easily be reached by a short drive. Tikioki Beach is a popular resort destination on the opposite side of the island from the airport and can be reached within approximately 25 min.
  • You can find an ATM just after you pass through customs in the International Arrivals hall. The ATM will dispense New Zealand dollars, which is widely accepted across all of Rarotonga as well as the Cook Islands currency. The value of both currencies is equal and they are circulated throughout all of the Cook Islands.

Reviews of the top airlines flying to Rarotonga

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Rarotonga. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from New Zealand to Rarotonga. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with 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 645 reviews
7.4Food
8.5Crew
7.4Entertainment
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
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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

Time to upgrade those planes so you can provide first class.

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.

The Premium Economy seats were very comfortable and the food was quite tasty. I did not use the entertainment system, but I was able to charge my phone and tablet with the seatback connection.

Delayed 50 mins. Check in was excellent, boarding was good, everything else was OK and perfectly acceptable for a budget airline. Price was excellent. I noticed this airline had two other flights to our destination cancelled so not very reliable.

Horrible. The people that get this flights are very sick, dangerous and unhygienic

Great. Seats are a little cramped with only a very small recline. Service was great. Food was fine.

Jane at Sydney International airport check in was amazing. She set up the whole experience to be a positive one.

The flights got us to our destination. The seats on the planes were uncomfortable.

One of the better flights I’ve had w Jetstar. Smooth boarding, early take off, on time landing, very courteous crew, clean plane.

local frequent travellers know that Jetstar’s flights between MEL and LST are turnaround flights so those in the morning tend to run on time and become delayed increasingly through the day. We observed how the staff at check in and boarding try to assist, guide and facilitate travellers - they were courteous, efficient, amiable while enforcing Jetstar’s baggage requirements. They try to speed up boarding by having passengers board from both front and back. We would take Jetstar again.

The issue was a 4 hour delay to takeoff with very sketchy information provided about the available of the flights delay. Passengers were not informed of gate changes and how long the delay might be. It ended with a late night 2 hour drive to our home which was not ideal for elderly people.

Flight was fine with boarding starting a few minutes early. Not a fan of the crew pushing political messaging regarding indigenous naming of Brisbane city… really pushed it like I haven’t heard on Jetstar before.

The flight ticket were not reimbursed on Jan 22nd from Auckland to Wellington. Very Very dissatisfied.Please reimburse the ticket of my onward travel.

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