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Cheap flights to Rarotonga, Cook Islands from $2,477

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/6. 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
Jun 6 — Jun 131
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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 2,784,634 searches and data was last updated on June 1, 2024.

Round-trip from

$2,477
From New York to Rarotonga
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Cheap flights to Rarotonga in June & July 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Rarotonga in June and July 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,784,634 searches and data was last updated on June 1, 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Rarotonga in June and July 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Tue 6/44:40 pmEWR - RAR
2 stops28h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/64:00 pmRAR - EWR
2 stops26h 38mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,966
Tue 6/41:50 pmLGA - RAR
2 stops30h 50mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/64:00 pmRAR - LGA
2 stops46h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,981
Tue 6/412:30 pmLGA - RAR
3 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/64:00 pmRAR - LGA
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$3,257
Tue 6/412:30 pmLGA - RAR
3 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/64:00 pmRAR - LGA
3 stops35h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$3,267
Mon 6/31:40 amJFK - RAR
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/64:00 pmRAR - JFK
1 stop45h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$3,652
Mon 6/31:20 amJFK - RAR
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/64:00 pmRAR - JFK
2 stops65h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$4,058
Sat 6/111:25 amEWR - RAR
2 stops33h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 6/44:00 pmRAR - EWR
2 stops31h 07mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$4,233
Sat 6/111:00 pmJFK - RAR
2 stops52h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/44:00 pmRAR - JFK
1 stop45h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$4,337
Tue 6/46:55 amEWR - RAR
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/64:00 pmRAR - EWR
3 stops35h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$4,421

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 2,784,634 searches and data were last updated on June 1, 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.
Fri 9/610:00 amJFK - RAR
2 stops58h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/204:00 pmRAR - JFK
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$2,477
Wed 8/146:05 pmEWR - RAR
2 stops26h 35mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/204:00 pmRAR - EWR
2 stops26h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,490
Wed 8/1412:34 pmLGA - RAR
2 stops32h 06mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/204:00 pmRAR - LGA
2 stops25h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$2,490
Fri 9/610:00 amJFK - RAR
2 stops58h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/193:10 amRAR - JFK
1 stop34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$2,520
Fri 9/68:55 pmJFK - RAR
3 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/193:10 amRAR - JFK
3 stops50h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$2,523
Fri 9/610:00 amJFK - RAR
2 stops58h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/2011:25 pmRAR - JFK
2 stops55h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$2,524
Fri 8/167:14 amEWR - RAR
2 stops37h 26mAir New Zealand
Fri 8/234:00 pmRAR - EWR
2 stops36h 56mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,532
Fri 8/1612:34 pmLGA - RAR
2 stops32h 06mAir New Zealand
Fri 8/234:00 pmRAR - LGA
2 stops25h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,532
Thu 8/156:05 pmEWR - RAR
2 stops26h 35mAir New Zealand
Fri 8/234:00 pmRAR - EWR
2 stops25h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/31$2,537

Find flights to Rarotonga within your budget

Locate flights to Rarotonga that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,784,634 searches and data was last updated on June 1, 2024.

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New York John F Kennedy IntlRarotonga

JFK - RAR

JFKRAR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/6

2 stops58h 40m

Rarotonga

Fri 9/20

1 stop21h 35m

$2,477

NewarkRarotonga

EWR - RAR

EWRRAR

Newark

Wed 8/14

2 stops26h 35m

Rarotonga

Tue 8/20

2 stops26h 30m

$2,490

New York LaGuardiaRarotonga

LGA - RAR

LGARAR

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/14

2 stops32h 06m

Rarotonga

Tue 8/20

2 stops25h 04m

$2,490

New York John F Kennedy IntlRarotonga

JFK - RAR

JFKRAR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/6

2 stops58h 40m

Rarotonga

Thu 9/19

1 stop34h 25m

$2,520

New York John F Kennedy IntlRarotonga

JFK - RAR

JFKRAR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/6

3 stops47h 45m

Rarotonga

Thu 9/19

3 stops50h 00m

$2,523

NewarkRarotonga

EWR - RAR

EWRRAR

Newark

Fri 8/16

2 stops37h 26m

Rarotonga

Fri 8/23

2 stops36h 56m

$2,532

New York John F Kennedy IntlRarotonga

JFK - RAR

JFKRAR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/2

3 stops55h 15m

Rarotonga

Thu 9/5

3 stops50h 00m

$2,667

New York John F Kennedy IntlRarotonga

JFK - RAR

JFKRAR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/2

3 stops55h 15m

Rarotonga

Fri 9/6

3 stops53h 45m

$2,710

New York John F Kennedy IntlRarotonga

JFK - RAR

JFKRAR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/6

3 stops47h 45m

Rarotonga

Fri 9/20

3 stops61h 10m

$2,719

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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 May 26, 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 June 1, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand and Hawaiian Airlines 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
606 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
606 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
606 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,423 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
606 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

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 $186, while round-trip flights cost around $308.

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

    A round-trip flight to Rarotonga will typically cost around $775, however they can be found for as little as $308.

  • 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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