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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga from $459

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 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — RAR
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$714

One-way from

$459

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$918
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/5-21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 20m total
  • Christchurch to Rarotonga
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 4/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 45m total
  • Christchurch to Rarotonga
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Thu 15/508:30CHC - RAR
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Wed 21/522:05RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 45mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$714
Thu 21/812:00CHC - RAR
1 stop8h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/923:20RAR - CHC
1 stop10h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/3$836
Sun 30/317:00CHC - RAR
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/422:05RAR - CHC
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,299

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
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Christchurch

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Rarotonga

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 15/5

08:30-21:05

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Wed 21/5

22:05-07:50

1 stop11h 45m

$714

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 21/8

12:00-22:10

1 stop8h 10m

Rarotonga

Mon 8/9

23:20-07:25

1 stop10h 05m

$836

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sun 14/9

16:05-22:10

3 stops28h 05m

Rarotonga

Sat 20/9

03:05-09:05

2 stops32h 00m

$1,712

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Fri 4/4

06:25-21:10

2 stops37h 45m

$459

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Deals found on 24/3

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga (average of $430). Flying from Christchurch to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $584). 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 CHC to RAR?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Rarotonga. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

When flying from Christchurch to Rarotonga, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 7% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Christchurch to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to Rarotonga flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 100.0 - 260.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Rarotonga when rainfall is around 100.0 mm.

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 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 22.0 C).

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 25 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
455 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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 Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Rarotonga round-trip?

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Rarotonga, with prices starting at $714. Another option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $836 round trip. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Rarotonga?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga (average of $430). Flying from Christchurch to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $584). 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 Christchurch to Rarotonga

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$680Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$836Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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