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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga from $259

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 14/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — RAR
2 Mar — 9 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Rarotonga

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Rarotonga flight deals. Data was last updated 25 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$572

One-way from

$277

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$717

Good round-trip deal

$706 or less

Good one-way deal

$308 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/5-4/5
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 24/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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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 25 February 2025.

Sat 3/515:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Sun 4/522:05RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 23/2$572
Sun 7/920:00AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 15/923:20RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/2$727
Thu 15/515:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/523:20RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$729
Thu 24/408:30WLG - RAR
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Wed 30/422:05RAR - WLG
1 stop11h 00mJetstar
Deal found 24/2$811
Thu 21/808:30CHC - RAR
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/923:20RAR - CHC
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$917
Thu 3/406:15CHC - RAR
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Fri 11/422:05RAR - CHC
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Deal found 24/2$922
Thu 31/711:55WLG - RAR
1 stop8h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 3/823:20RAR - WLG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/2$922
Thu 21/812:00CHC - RAR
1 stop8h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 4/903:05RAR - CHC
1 stop9h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/2$941
Wed 14/516:50ZQN - RAR
1 stop26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/523:20RAR - ZQN
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,000
Wed 28/517:20ZQN - RAR
1 stop26h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 4/623:20RAR - ZQN
2 stops12h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$1,039
Mon 5/507:40WLG - RAR
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/523:20RAR - WLG
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,155
Thu 27/306:00BHE - RAR
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/415:00RAR - BHE
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,642

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 25 February 2025.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Rarotonga

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/5

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Sun 4/5

22:05-00:40

Nonstop4h 35m

$572

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/5

15:10-21:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Mon 19/5

23:20-02:00

Nonstop4h 40m

$729

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/8

20:00-01:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Fri 15/8

23:20-02:00

Nonstop4h 40m

$746

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Thu 24/4

08:30-21:05

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Wed 30/4

22:05-07:05

1 stop11h 00m

$811

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 21/8

08:30-21:05

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Mon 8/9

23:20-09:55

1 stop12h 35m

$917

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Thu 31/7

11:55-22:10

1 stop8h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 3/8

23:20-07:35

1 stop10h 15m

$922

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 3/4

06:15-20:05

1 stop12h 50m

Rarotonga

Fri 11/4

22:05-13:05

1 stop17h 00m

$922

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 21/8

12:00-22:10

1 stop8h 10m

Rarotonga

Thu 4/9

03:05-10:25

1 stop9h 20m

$941

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Wed 14/5

16:50-21:05

1 stop26h 15m

Rarotonga

Mon 19/5

23:20-10:20

1 stop13h 00m

$1,000

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Wed 28/5

17:20-22:10

1 stop26h 50m

Rarotonga

Wed 4/6

23:20-09:40

2 stops12h 20m

$1,039

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga

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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 25 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Zealand to Rarotonga is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Rarotonga?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 23 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Rarotonga flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 25 February 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to RAR are scheduled on a Tuesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 25 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar 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.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
457 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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
457 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
457 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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
440 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
457 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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 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 7,791 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Rarotonga, Christchurch - Rarotonga or Wellington - 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 (89%), Air New Zealand (80%), Virgin Atlantic (80%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $918 for a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga. The cheapest flight overall is $243 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Rarotonga) is currently priced at $572.

  • 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.

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  • 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$369Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$602Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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