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$426+ Cheap flights to Rarotonga

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— RAR
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
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Flights to Rarotonga in 2025

Find the latest flights to Rarotonga in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 21 February 2025.

Return from

$796

One-way from

$426

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$759

Good round-trip deal

$865 or less

Good one-way deal

$393 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/6-8/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 10m total
  • Sydney to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 23/4
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 00m total
  • Sydney to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($351 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in February 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Rarotonga.
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Cheapest flights to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Sun 1/621:30SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Sun 8/622:05RAR - SYD
1 stop20h 25mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$796
Mon 17/319:15SYD - RAR
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/321:10RAR - SYD
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$996
Wed 10/908:45SYD - RAR
1 stop9h 25mAir New Zealand
Fri 19/923:20RAR - SYD
1 stop13h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/2$1,010
Mon 17/307:30SYD - RAR
2 stops33h 35mQantas Airways
Mon 24/321:10RAR - SYD
2 stops27h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/2$1,742

Find flights to Rarotonga within your budget

Locate flights to Rarotonga that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 21 February 2025.

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/6

21:30-07:15

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/6

22:05-14:30

1 stop20h 25m

$796

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/3

19:15-20:05

1 stop21h 50m

Rarotonga

Mon 24/3

21:10-07:35

1 stop13h 25m

$996

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/5

11:50-01:55

1 stop10h 05m

Rarotonga

Sat 17/5

03:05-08:45

1 stop9h 40m

$1,115

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/3

07:30-20:05

2 stops33h 35m

Rarotonga

Mon 24/3

21:10-21:25

2 stops27h 15m

$1,742

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/4

21:10-07:10

Nonstop6h 00m

$426

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 26/7

11:50-01:55

1 stop10h 05m

$514

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/4

19:25-21:05

1 stop21h 40m

$535

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Travel insights for flights to Rarotonga

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When is the best time to book a flight to Rarotonga?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Rarotonga, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Rarotonga?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Rarotonga takes 5 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Rarotonga from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Rarotonga?

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

Users looking for the lowest fares to Rarotonga should consider flying on Tuesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Rarotonga?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Rarotonga are Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways.

Jetstar

Jetstar

From $330

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

From $580

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

From $375

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rarotonga?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Rarotonga are Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand.

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 mm 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 21 February 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

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
462 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

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.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

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
444 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

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.

Rarotonga climate

Rarotonga’s climate is equable, with little variation in temperatures year-round. The winter months are May to October; temperatures range between 18 and 28 degrees Celsius. The summer months are November to April and temps are 21-29 degrees. January to early May are the wet season months.

Getting around Rarotonga

The Rarotonga bus service runs clockwise and anti-clockwise between about 7am and 4.30pm daily. 

Rental cars and motor scooters are available, but drivers must have a Cook Islands licence, which costs about $10.

What is good to know if travelling to Rarotonga?

  • Visitors are not expected to tip while on the Cook Islands. It’s not part of the Islanders’ culture. Also, Rarotonga is a conservative place. Even Rarotongan women will cover up for the beach. Dress conservatively. 
  • There are four coral islets off Muri Beach: Mo tutapu, Oneroa, Koromiri and Taakoka. 
  • The Takitumu Conservation Area protects native birds and plants, particularly the Kakerori, the Rarotonga Flycatcher. 
  • Rarotanga’s cuisine is modern Pacific Rim – a fusion of Asian, Indian and French. Ika mata is a specialty on Rarotonga, it’s fish marinated in coconut and lime. Ika mata, with taro (the leaves of the taro are island spinach) appear on “island nights” menus. 
  • The Saturday market at Punanga Nui runs from 6am until noon. This is the place to pick up black pearls, hand-woven baskets and wooden souvenirs. 
  • Set aside some money to cover the departure tax when you leave Rarotonga. It’s NZ$55.

  • When is the best time to fly to Rarotonga?

    Peak Season: June to August is the high season, when most Australians and New Zealanders arrive on cheap flights to Rarotonga.  Off Season:  December-April is the wet season. Cyclones are a threat during these months also.  Shoulder Season:  May, September and October are great months to visit. The weather is likely to be good and there are fewer tourists.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rarotonga?

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

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rarotonga if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rarotonga on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rarotonga?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rarotonga.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rarotonga?

    Rarotonga is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rarotonga. One-way flights to Rarotonga typically cost $270, while return flights cost around $403.

  • How much is a return flight to Rarotonga?

    A return flight to Rarotonga will typically cost around $675, however they can be found for as little as $257.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rarotonga depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rarotonga, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Rarotonga have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rarotonga can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rarotonga?

    Yes. Rarotonga has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sharnytas Studio Air Conditioned is the closest property to Rarotonga (0.0 km away from Rarotonga).

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