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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga from $434

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RAR
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Rarotonga are usually found in March or May, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 15 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$988

One-way from

$434

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/12-4/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Rarotonga
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Rarotonga
High demand for flights, 36% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 November 2024.

Mon 2/1223:55MEL - RAR
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/1202:15RAR - MEL
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$1,220
Mon 2/1219:50MEL - RAR
2 stops31h 45mJetstar
Wed 4/1208:10RAR - MEL
2 stops19h 05mJetstar
Deal found 15/11$1,476
Mon 30/1220:55AVV - RAR
1 stop30h 40mJetstar
Mon 6/121:10RAR - AVV
2 stops22h 15mJetstar
Deal found 15/11$2,363

Find flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 732,627 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Fri 4/4

23:55-20:05

1 stop17h 10m

Rarotonga

Wed 16/4

08:10-19:55

1 stop15h 45m

$1,196

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 3/4

16:50-20:05

2 stops48h 15m

Rarotonga

Tue 15/4

09:00-22:50

1 stop17h 50m

$1,203

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 16/3

06:00-06:35

1 stop21h 35m

Rarotonga

Wed 26/3

21:10-14:10

2 stops20h 00m

$1,212

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Mon 2/12

23:55-20:05

1 stop17h 10m

Rarotonga

Tue 3/12

02:15-17:40

1 stop18h 25m

$1,220

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Fri 31/1

08:00-20:05

2 stops33h 05m

Rarotonga

Mon 10/2

21:10-08:20

1 stop14h 10m

$1,369

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

14:00-06:55

1 stop12h 55m

$434

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 30/4

14:55-06:55

1 stop12h 00m

$505

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 6/12

06:00-20:05

2 stops35h 05m

$815

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 15/11

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 8 November 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga, you should look to book at least 39 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.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga (average of $476). Flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $769). 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 MEL to RAR?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 15 November 2024.

When flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the morning.

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 15 November 2024.
7.6
Good
825 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Timeliness of flights. And the very good helpfulness of staff.

7.6
Good
825 reviews
7.6
Good
825 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Timeliness of flights. And the very good helpfulness of staff.

6.7
Okay
512 reviews
7.6
Good
825 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Timeliness of flights. And the very good helpfulness of staff.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    Rarotonga (RAR), located 0.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga. 3 airlines have flights to Rarotonga from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga round-trip from $988. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga for 14% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Auckland?

    Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki are currently the most popular points of interest in Auckland at the moment. Those on a stopover in Auckland interested in visiting Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, or Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki can do so by traveling 17.5 km, 18.3 km, and 17.2 km, respectively from Auckland Intl. Those landing in Auckland looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $64 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Rarotonga flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga (average of $476). Flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $769). 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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