Cook Islands

$409+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to the Cook Islands

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 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RAR
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Cook Islands

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Cook Islands flight deals. Data was last updated April 4, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$882
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$409
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,857
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From Salinas to Cook Islands
One-way flight from Salinas to Cook Islands
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($328 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($76 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Salinas to Cook Islands

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Cook Islands
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Cook Islands. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/16:53 pmSFO - RAR
2 stops31h 02mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/31:05 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops24h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/3$882
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/294:45 pmSFO - RAR
2 stops57h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/73:05 amRAR - SFO
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,274
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/217:55 pmSFO - RAR
1 stop29h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 11/301:05 pmRAR - SFO
1 stop28h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,399
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2911:05 pmSFO - RAR
1 stop18h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 6/73:05 amRAR - SFO
1 stop30h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$1,650
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2910:00 pmSFO - RAR
2 stops26h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 8/310:05 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops40h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,966
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2410:40 pmSFO - AIT
2 stops38h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 5/57:40 pmAIT - SFO
2 stops38h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/3$5,254

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to the Cook Islands that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Cook Islands

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Fri 8/1

6:53 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops31h 02m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/3

1:05 pm-4:22 pm

2 stops24h 17m

$882

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

4:45 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops57h 05m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/7

3:05 am-7:00 am

1 stop24h 55m

$1,274

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

11:05 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/7

3:05 am-12:50 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,650

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Tue 7/29

10:00 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/3

10:05 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops40h 40m

$1,966

San FranciscoAitutaki

SFO - AIT

SFOAIT

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

10:40 pm-9:50 am

2 stops38h 10m

Aitutaki

Mon 5/5

7:40 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$5,254

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 7/26

11:05 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Rarotonga

Thu 8/7

4:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$10,405

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

7:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$409

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Deals found on 4/4

Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Cook Islands

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to the Cook Islands

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Cook Islands?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Cook Islands (average of $905). Flying from Salinas to Cook Islands in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,469). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to CK?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Cook Islands. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Cook Islands, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Cook Islands by month

Plan your trip to Cook Islands by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cook Islands ranges from 3.9 - 10.2 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Cook Islands when rainfall is around 3.9 in.

Temperature in Cook Islands by month

Plan your trip to Cook Islands by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cook Islands, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cook Islands

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cook Islands. 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 Cook Islands. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Salinas to Cook Islands, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Cook Islands?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Cook Islands (average of $905). Flying from Salinas to Cook Islands in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,469). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Salinas to Cook Islands

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,565Average$2,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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