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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Rarotonga from $271

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — RAR
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$609

One-way from

$271
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/2-28/2
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 15m total
  • New Zealand to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 20/2
  • 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 18 December 2024.

Sun 29/1220:05AKL - RAR
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/1221:10RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,285
Sun 29/1220:05AKL - RAR
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 31/1214:55RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/12$1,308
Thu 26/1215:10AKL - RAR
Nonstop3h 55mJetstar
Mon 30/1221:10RAR - AKL
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$1,362
Thu 19/1205:45CHC - RAR
1 stop6h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/1214:55RAR - CHC
2 stops25h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/12$1,798
Wed 25/1220:30CHC - RAR
1 stop22h 35mJetstar
Wed 1/121:10RAR - CHC
1 stop26h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$1,985
Wed 25/1207:05CHC - RAR
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/121:10RAR - CHC
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,034

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 18 December 2024.

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AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 22/2

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Fri 28/2

21:10-00:30

Nonstop4h 20m

$609

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/2

15:10-20:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Tue 18/2

14:55-18:10

Nonstop4h 15m

$721

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sun 16/2

08:50-13:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Rarotonga

Tue 18/2

14:55-18:10

Nonstop4h 15m

$728

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Thu 13/2

08:30-20:05

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Mon 24/2

21:10-07:05

1 stop10h 55m

$839

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Wed 12/2

06:00-13:40

1 stop6h 40m

Rarotonga

Sun 23/2

14:55-21:20

1 stop7h 25m

$890

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Thu 23/1

08:30-20:05

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Tue 28/1

02:15-15:20

1 stop14h 05m

$978

RotoruaRarotonga

ROT - RAR

ROTRAR

Rotorua

Fri 10/1

17:55-20:05

1 stop25h 10m

Rarotonga

Fri 17/1

21:10-09:05

1 stop12h 55m

$1,161

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Sat 1/2

13:05-01:05

2 stops35h 00m

Rarotonga

Sat 8/2

14:55-12:15

2 stops22h 20m

$1,182

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Mon 13/1

18:15-20:05

2 stops24h 50m

Rarotonga

Wed 15/1

21:10-07:45

1 stop11h 35m

$1,280

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Fri 10/1

06:45-20:05

2 stops36h 20m

Rarotonga

Wed 15/1

21:10-07:45

1 stop11h 35m

$1,333

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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 $501). 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 18 December 2024.

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 18 December 2024.

The most flights from NZ0 to RAR are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 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 18 December 2024.
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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

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 7,929 times in the past calendar month.

  • 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 (80%), Air New Zealand (59%), Virgin Atlantic (59%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,217 for a flight from New Zealand to Rarotonga. The cheapest flight overall is $221 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Rarotonga) is currently priced at $539.

  • 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 $501). 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$377Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$636Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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