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$409+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Rarotonga (RAR)

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 8 — Apr 151
Tue 4/8
Tue 4/15
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$878
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$409
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,857
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sat 7/59:35 amSFO - RAR
1 stop16h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 7/131:05 pmRAR - SFO
1 stop13h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/2$878
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/186:38 pmSFO - RAR
2 stops31h 17mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/2711:30 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops18h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1$882
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/227:49 pmSFO - RAR
2 stops29h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/23:05 amRAR - SFO
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,211
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/411:05 pmSFO - RAR
1 stop26h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/2211:20 pmRAR - SFO
1 stop34h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$1,596
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 9/210:00 pmSFO - RAR
2 stops26h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 9/1910:05 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops40h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/1$2,027

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San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Fri 4/18

6:38 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops31h 17m

Rarotonga

Sun 4/27

11:30 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops18h 43m

$882

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Fri 4/18

10:48 am-11:20 am

2 stops27h 32m

Rarotonga

Sat 4/26

12:20 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops51h 53m

$1,546

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 4/8

10:05 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Rarotonga

Mon 4/21

4:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$10,385

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

7:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$409

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

7:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$573

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Deals found on 4/1

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Rarotonga

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Rarotonga (average of $905). Flying from Salinas to Rarotonga 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.

Rainfall in Rarotonga by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rarotonga 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 Rarotonga when rainfall is around 3.9 in.

Temperature in Rarotonga by month

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

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).

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 3, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Salinas to Rarotonga, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Air New Zealand and Hawaiian Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
461 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,344 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
815 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,619 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Rarotonga. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Rarotonga from Salinas, you will be flying to Rarotonga, which is the city’s only airport. Rarotonga (RAR) is located 0.5 mi from the center of Rarotonga. There are 0 flights from Salinas to Rarotonga per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Rarotonga one-way?

    $409 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hawaiian Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $444 and $1,080, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Rarotonga that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Rarotonga flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Rarotonga?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Salinas to Rarotonga.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Rarotonga?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Rarotonga by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Rarotonga (average of $905). Flying from Salinas to Rarotonga 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 Rarotonga

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Rarotonga. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 3, 2025.
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,565Average$1,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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