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Cheap flights to Rarotonga, Cook Islands from $534

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/17. 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.
CMH — RAR
Apr 30 — May 71
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Flights to Rarotonga in 2024

Find the latest flights to Rarotonga in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,073,952 searches and data was last updated on April 25, 2024.

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February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,887

Round-trip from

$3,431

One-way from

$2,275
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One-way flight from New York to Rarotonga (RAR)
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Cheap flights to Rarotonga in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Rarotonga in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,073,952 searches and data was last updated on April 25, 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Rarotonga in April and May 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Sat 5/189:50 amLAX - RAR
1 stop15h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 5/2611:35 pmRAR - LAX
1 stop26h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$860
Sat 5/117:00 amLAX - RAR
1 stop18h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 5/1911:35 pmRAR - LAX
1 stop19h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$932
Sat 5/1110:00 amONT - RAR
1 stop15h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 5/1911:35 pmRAR - ONT
1 stop19h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$932
Sat 5/117:40 amSEA - RAR
1 stop17h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 5/1911:35 pmRAR - SEA
1 stop19h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$974
Fri 5/2410:00 pmLAX - RAR
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 5/314:00 pmRAR - LAX
2 stops27h 17mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/24$1,486
Sat 5/118:00 amLAX - RAR
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1911:35 pmRAR - LAX
2 stops27h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,516
Fri 5/2410:00 pmLAX - RAR
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 5/3111:25 pmRAR - LAX
1 stop34h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/24$1,526
Fri 5/2410:47 amLAX - RAR
2 stops38h 38mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/3111:25 pmRAR - LAX
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,528
Sat 5/116:35 pmLAX - RAR
2 stops47h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 5/194:00 pmRAR - LAX
2 stops35h 59mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/24$1,530

Rarotonga 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Rarotonga in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,073,952 searches and data were last updated on April 25, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Rarotonga in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 6/224:00 pmHNL - RAR
Nonstop6h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 6/3011:35 pmRAR - HNL
Nonstop6h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$744
Sat 6/294:00 pmHNL - RAR
Nonstop6h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 7/711:35 pmRAR - HNL
Nonstop6h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$746
Fri 8/167:35 pmLAX - RAR
1 stop29h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/2511:35 pmRAR - LAX
1 stop15h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$788
Sat 8/179:50 amLAX - RAR
1 stop15h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/2511:35 pmRAR - LAX
1 stop19h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$834
Fri 8/167:35 pmLAX - RAR
1 stop29h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/2511:35 pmRAR - LAX
2 stops19h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$845
Sat 8/177:55 amLAX - RAR
2 stops17h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/2511:35 pmRAR - LAX
2 stops21h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$848
Sat 5/189:50 amLAX - RAR
1 stop15h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 5/2611:35 pmRAR - LAX
1 stop26h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$860
Sat 5/117:00 amLAX - RAR
1 stop18h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 5/1911:35 pmRAR - LAX
1 stop19h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$932
Sat 5/1110:00 amONT - RAR
1 stop15h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 5/1911:35 pmRAR - ONT
1 stop19h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$932

Flights to Rarotonga departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Rarotonga, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,073,952 searches and data was last updated on April 25, 2024.
If you're looking for a last-minute flight to Rarotonga, consider booking one of these fares. Tip: double check your flight details before making your reservation.
Sun 5/512:30 amLAX - RAR
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/134:00 pmRAR - LAX
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$6,363
Sun 5/512:30 amLAX - RAR
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1310:00 pmRAR - LAX
2 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$9,196

One-way flights to Rarotonga

Explore one-way flight options to Rarotonga for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,073,952 searches and data was last updated on April 25, 2024.
These are some of the best available deals on flights to Rarotonga. Those seeking round-trip flights to Rarotonga should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Sat 8/179:50 amLAX - RAR
1 stop15h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$534
Sat 8/174:00 pmHNL - RAR
Nonstop6h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$537
Sat 8/108:20 amHNL - RAR
1 stop22h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/23$546
Fri 8/165:30 pmLAX - RAR
1 stop31h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$550
Sat 8/104:00 pmHNL - RAR
Nonstop6h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$555
Sat 9/144:00 pmHNL - RAR
Nonstop6h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$565
Sat 9/148:20 amHNL - RAR
1 stop22h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/24$566
Sat 7/277:55 amLAX - RAR
2 stops17h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$570
Sat 8/178:55 amLAX - RAR
2 stops16h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$575

Direct flights to Rarotonga

Sat 6/224:00 pmHNL - RAR
Nonstop6h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 6/3011:35 pmRAR - HNL
Nonstop6h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$744
Sat 6/294:00 pmHNL - RAR
Nonstop6h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 7/711:35 pmRAR - HNL
Nonstop6h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$746

Average price of flights to Rarotonga by month

Plan your trip to Rarotonga by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Rarotonga is currently $555 while a round-trip flight costs $1,176. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Rarotonga (average of $794). Flying to Rarotonga in July will prove the most costly (average of $1,824). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$794

February

$1,634

March

$958

April

$1,706

May

$1,762

June

$1,058

July

$1,824

August

$1,545

September

$1,612

October

$956

November

$1,273

December

$1,483

Temperature and rainfall in Rarotonga by month

Plan your trip to Rarotonga by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

RAR

Temperature

71.6 - 78.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rarotonga, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 71.6 F).

When is the cheapest time to fly to Rarotonga?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Rarotonga should consider flying on Saturday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Thursday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Rarotonga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rarotonga. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rarotonga. Reviews last updated April 25, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hawaiian Airlines, Jetstar and Air New Zealand to Rarotonga. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
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Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
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Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,479 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
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Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Rarotonga, Cook Islands airport overview

Situated two miles (3km) west of Avarua, Rarotonga International (RAR) is the main airport for the Cook Islands. Revamped in 2010, the facility is shiny and new, although still pretty basic. As the Cook Islands are so remote and there isn’t much air traffic the facility is rarely crowded.

Direct flights to Rarotonga International Airport are available from destinations in Australasia, including Auckland, Christchurch, Sydney and Papeete. Air New Zealand also operates a direct route from Los Angeles, and Air Rarotonga has domestic flights within the Cook Islands from Aitutaki, Atiu, Manihiki, Mauke, Mangaia and Mitiaro.

  • What does RAR mean?

    This is defined as Rarotonga Airport (RAR). Codes like RAR are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rarotonga?

    If you book a flight to Rarotonga, you will be flying into Rarotonga, which is the city’s only airport. Rarotonga (RAR) is located 0.5 mi from the center of Rarotonga.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rarotonga if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rarotonga on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rarotonga?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Hawaiian Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rarotonga.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rarotonga?

    Rarotonga Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rarotonga. One-way flights to Rarotonga Airport typically cost $119, while round-trip flights cost around $123.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Rarotonga?

    A round-trip flight to Rarotonga will typically cost around $450, however they can be found for as little as $123.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rarotonga depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rarotonga, Honolulu offers the quickest one-way flight (6 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Rarotonga Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rarotonga Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rarotonga Airport?

    Yes. Rarotonga Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Nikao Beach Bungalows is the closest property to Rarotonga Airport (0.0 mi away from Rarotonga Airport).

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