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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga from $242

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — RAR
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Zealand (NZ0) 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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$560

One-way from

$242
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/2-14/2
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 15m total
  • New Zealand to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Rarotonga
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Sat 8/215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Fri 14/221:10RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 19/1$560
Mon 24/208:50AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/221:10RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$649
Sun 20/720:00AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 29/703:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$719
Tue 18/208:30WLG - RAR
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Fri 21/221:10RAR - WLG
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Deal found 20/1$769
Tue 9/1211:55WLG - RAR
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1221:05RAR - WLG
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$823
Wed 5/320:30CHC - RAR
1 stop22h 35mJetstar
Wed 12/321:10RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/1$841
Tue 4/306:15CHC - RAR
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/321:10RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$869
Wed 12/220:55WLG - RAR
1 stop15h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 23/214:55RAR - WLG
1 stop8h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$880
Wed 5/318:05TUO - RAR
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/321:10RAR - TUO
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$880
Sun 9/1115:25CHC - RAR
2 stops8h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 29/1102:15RAR - CHC
2 stops9h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/1$916
Wed 5/318:05TRG - RAR
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/321:10RAR - TRG
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$930
Wed 21/517:55TRG - RAR
1 stop26h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 28/523:20RAR - TRG
1 stop22h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$1,000

Find flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 20 January 2025.

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AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/2

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Fri 14/2

21:10-00:30

Nonstop4h 20m

$560

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Mon 24/2

08:50-13:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Rarotonga

Wed 26/2

21:10-00:30

Nonstop4h 20m

$649

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sun 16/2

08:50-13:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Rarotonga

Sun 23/2

14:55-18:10

Nonstop4h 15m

$762

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Tue 18/2

08:30-20:05

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Fri 21/2

21:10-07:50

1 stop11h 40m

$773

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Wed 5/3

20:30-20:05

1 stop22h 35m

Rarotonga

Wed 12/3

21:10-07:45

1 stop11h 35m

$841

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Tue 4/3

06:15-20:05

1 stop12h 50m

Rarotonga

Mon 10/3

21:10-08:05

1 stop11h 55m

$869

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Wed 12/2

20:55-13:40

1 stop15h 45m

Rarotonga

Sun 23/2

14:55-22:10

1 stop8h 15m

$880

TaupoRarotonga

TUO - RAR

TUORAR

Taupo

Wed 5/3

18:05-20:05

1 stop25h 00m

Rarotonga

Wed 12/3

21:10-08:45

1 stop12h 35m

$880

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Sun 16/2

06:00-13:40

1 stop6h 40m

Rarotonga

Fri 21/2

21:10-07:50

1 stop11h 40m

$925

TaurangaRarotonga

TRG - RAR

TRGRAR

Tauranga

Wed 5/3

18:05-20:05

1 stop25h 00m

Rarotonga

Wed 12/3

21:10-10:15

1 stop14h 05m

$930

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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga (average of $430). Flying from New Zealand 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 NZ to RAR?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 20 January 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Rarotonga

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Rarotonga. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to RAR are scheduled on a Wednesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 20 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Jetstar and Air New Zealand from New Zealand to Rarotonga to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,333 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The general boarding seats are horrible. Very uncomfortable. The crew was pretty nice. The flight to Hawaii was smooth. Landing was rough but ok

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,333 reviews
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,333 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The general boarding seats are horrible. Very uncomfortable. The crew was pretty nice. The flight to Hawaii was smooth. Landing was rough but ok

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,333 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The general boarding seats are horrible. Very uncomfortable. The crew was pretty nice. The flight to Hawaii was smooth. Landing was rough but ok

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
468 reviews
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,333 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The general boarding seats are horrible. Very uncomfortable. The crew was pretty nice. The flight to Hawaii was smooth. Landing was rough but ok

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Most people fly into Rarotonga (RAR) if they book a flight to Rarotonga from New Zealand. Rarotonga is conveniently located just 0.8 km from Rarotonga’s city centre.

  • How popular is this New Zealand to Rarotonga flight route?

    Flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga have been viewed 8,007 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $242. Users have also found prices from $311 and $1,131 on Air New Zealand and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Rarotonga?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Rarotonga, Wellington - Rarotonga or Christchurch - Rarotonga when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Rarotonga.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Rarotonga?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New Zealand to Rarotonga on time: United Airlines (85%), Air New Zealand (76%), Virgin Atlantic (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,245 for a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga. The cheapest flight overall is $222 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Rarotonga) is currently priced at $544.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Rarotonga?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga (average of $430). Flying from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Rarotonga

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$380Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$652Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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