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$573+ 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 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RAR
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Fri 2/28
Fri 3/7
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 February 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,273
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,772
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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 February 23, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 5/317:00 amSFO - RAR
1 stop18h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sun 6/811:25 pmRAR - SFO
1 stop19h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$945
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/177:00 amSFO - RAR
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/3011:20 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,273
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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
Mon 6/94:00 pmRAR - SFO
1 stop17h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/21$1,618
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1011:30 amSFO - RAR
2 stops37h 40mSingapore Airlines
Mon 6/231:25 amRAR - SFO
2 stops53h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/22$4,766
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 5/3111:05 pmSFO - RAR
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/104:00 pmRAR - SFO
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$10,375

Find flights from San Francisco to Rarotonga within your budget

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 February 23, 2025.

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

7:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Rarotonga

Sun 6/8

11:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$945

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

7:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Rarotonga

Fri 5/30

11:20 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops39h 25m

$1,273

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

11:05 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Rarotonga

Sun 6/8

4:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$1,618

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

11:30 am-10:10 pm

2 stops37h 40m

Rarotonga

Mon 6/23

1:25 am-9:40 am

2 stops53h 15m

$4,766

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

11:05 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Rarotonga

Tue 6/10

4:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$10,375

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

7:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$573

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$728

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Deals found on 2/21

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Rarotonga flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Rarotonga

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Rarotonga including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 February 23, 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

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 $1,623, Air New Zealand will fly you from San Francisco to Rarotonga and back. In addition to Air New Zealand, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $10,375. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Rarotonga for 1% 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 February 23, 2025.
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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