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Cheap flights from Wellington to Rarotonga from $324

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — RAR
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Rarotonga are usually found in November or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 21 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,003

One-way from

$324

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$967
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/10-12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • Wellington to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 25m total
  • Wellington to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 August 2025.

Sun 5/1021:10WLG - RAR
1 stop21h 55mJetstar
Sun 12/1021:05RAR - WLG
1 stop11h 45mJetstar
Deal found 20/8$1,003
Mon 15/908:30WLG - RAR
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/923:20RAR - WLG
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8$1,004
Thu 16/1021:05WLG - RAR
1 stop15h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 20/1022:20RAR - WLG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/8$1,022
Sat 6/920:00WLG - RAR
1 stop27h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 13/903:05RAR - WLG
1 stop18h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/8$1,049
Mon 15/920:00WLG - RAR
1 stop16h 40mAir New Zealand
Mon 22/923:20RAR - WLG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/8$1,052
Sun 5/1006:00WLG - RAR
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/1002:05RAR - WLG
1 stop16h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/8$1,111
Mon 10/1108:10WLG - RAR
2 stops10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1114:55RAR - WLG
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8$1,143
Sun 24/821:10WLG - RAR
1 stop21h 55mJetstar
Sun 31/822:05RAR - WLG
1 stop17h 30mJetstar
Deal found 20/8$1,162
Sat 6/908:15WLG - RAR
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/922:05RAR - WLG
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8$1,217

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 21 August 2025.
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Wellington

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Rarotonga

Route

Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Mon 15/9

08:30-21:05

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Mon 22/9

23:20-09:10

1 stop11h 50m

$1,004

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Sat 6/9

20:00-01:55

1 stop27h 55m

Rarotonga

Sat 13/9

03:05-19:10

1 stop18h 05m

$1,049

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Mon 15/9

20:00-14:40

1 stop16h 40m

Rarotonga

Mon 22/9

23:20-07:35

1 stop10h 15m

$1,052

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Wed 10/12

07:00-20:10

2 stops12h 10m

Rarotonga

Wed 17/12

21:05-20:30

1 stop24h 25m

$1,076

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Fri 19/9

21:10-21:05

1 stop21h 55m

Rarotonga

Wed 24/9

23:20-07:35

1 stop10h 15m

$1,111

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Sat 6/9

08:15-07:45

2 stops21h 30m

Rarotonga

Sun 14/9

22:05-20:35

1 stop24h 30m

$1,217

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Thu 15/1

07:40-20:05

1 stop11h 25m

$324

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Wed 1/10

21:10-20:05

1 stop21h 55m

$387

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Wed 8/10

21:10-20:05

1 stop21h 55m

$413

WellingtonRarotonga

WLG - RAR

WLGRAR

Wellington

Mon 15/12

07:40-20:05

1 stop11h 25m

$581

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Rarotonga

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wellington to Rarotonga. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 21 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Wellington to Rarotonga in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 21 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to Rarotonga, such as Air New Zealand and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
465 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington to Rarotonga. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to Rarotonga?

    There are many flights that can get you from Wellington to Rarotonga in 27h 55m. Fly via Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance between Wellington and Rarotonga is about 3265 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wellington to Rarotonga round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $685, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wellington to Rarotonga. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air New Zealand. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wellington 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 21 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$685Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$764Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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