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$548+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RAR
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Rarotonga (RAR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$974
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$548
(flugladen.de)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,857
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 5/299:54 pmSFO - RAR
2 stops51h 56mAlaska Airlines
Sun 6/811:25 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops16h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/14$974
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 4/14$1,400
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2110:05 pmSFO - RAR
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/292:15 amRAR - SFO
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,483
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Mon 9/110:05 pmSFO - RAR
1 stop30h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/63:05 amRAR - SFO
1 stop30h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/15$1,517
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2112:43 amSFO - RAR
2 stops39h 57mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/292:55 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops27h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$22,005

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Rarotonga that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Rarotonga that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Rarotonga

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

9:54 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops51h 56m

Rarotonga

Sun 6/8

11:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$974

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

10:05 pm-1:55 am

1 stop30h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 9/6

3:05 am-12:50 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,517

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-12:50 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,610

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

9:20 am-10:48 pm

1 stop16h 28m

$548

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

7:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$623

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Deals found on 4/14

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Rarotonga in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Rarotonga flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Rarotonga flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Rarotonga flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Rarotonga flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Rarotonga flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Rarotonga

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Rarotonga

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rarotonga (average of $905). Flying from San Francisco 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 15, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,871 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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
464 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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
2,375 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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 San Francisco to Rarotonga. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Rarotonga round-trip?

    Currently priced at $974, Alaska Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Rarotonga and back. In addition to Alaska Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Air New Zealand for as low as $1,517. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Rarotonga for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Rarotonga?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Rarotonga?

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,565Average$1,854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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