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• Looking for cheap airfare to Rarotonga? 25% of our users found tickets to Rarotonga for the following prices or less: From Auckland Intl $423 one-way - $535 round-trip
• Book at least 5 weeks before departure in order to get a below-average price.
• High season is considered to be January, November and December. The cheapest month to fly from New Zealand is February.
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• 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.

• 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.

• How long is the flight to Rarotonga?

  Flights from Auckland Intl

  4h 10m

• What is the cheapest flight to Rarotonga?

  The flight route Auckland to Rarotonga was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A return flight could be found for $495. Also in the last 3 days, Christchurch was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to Rarotonga with one-way tickets at $494 and $1,677 return.

• Which airlines fly to Rarotonga?

  In general from New Zealand, Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways fly the most to Rarotonga.

• How far is Rarotonga from central Rarotonga?

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

• What is the name of Rarotonga’s airport?

  All flights to Rarotonga land at Rarotonga. 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 $1,228. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $233 and departed from Auckland Intl Airport.

• What is the cheapest day to fly to Rarotonga?

  Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Rarotonga is Monday. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Thursday.

• What is the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga?

  The cheapest month for flights to Rarotonga is February. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and November.

• Which airlines have a flexible cancellation policy for flights to Rarotonga due to COVID-19?

  Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines and Virgin Atlantic have waived their change and cancellation fees on flights to Rarotonga. Confirm policies on booking site.

• 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.

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