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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga from $1,122

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RAR
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Rarotonga are usually found in February or May, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 (MEL) 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 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,172

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,246
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 31/7-5/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($348 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($84 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 12 April 2025.

Sun 9/1113:55MEL - RAR
1 stop27h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 14/1121:05RAR - MEL
1 stop14h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,122
Thu 31/708:35MEL - RAR
1 stop9h 35mAir New Zealand
Tue 5/823:20RAR - MEL
1 stop22h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/4$1,172
Thu 29/520:50MEL - RAR
1 stop30h 25mJetstar
Sat 7/609:10RAR - MEL
1 stop14h 45mJetstar
Deal found 11/4$1,215
Sun 20/408:00MEL - RAR
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/522:05RAR - MEL
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,263

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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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Rarotonga

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Price

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

08:35-22:10

1 stop9h 35m

Rarotonga

Tue 5/8

23:20-17:45

1 stop22h 25m

$1,172

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Thu 29/5

20:50-07:15

1 stop30h 25m

Rarotonga

Sat 7/6

09:10-19:55

1 stop14h 45m

$1,215

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Wed 6/8

11:20-22:10

2 stops30h 50m

Rarotonga

Tue 12/8

03:05-10:50

1 stop11h 45m

$1,418

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

18:30-21:05

1 stop22h 35m

Rarotonga

Wed 6/8

22:05-11:55

2 stops17h 50m

$1,812

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Deals found on 11/4

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 4 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga (average of $476). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $963). 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 12 April 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport 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 15% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 12 April 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
463 reviews
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Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
436 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 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) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga. You should not have trouble finding flights to Rarotonga from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Rarotonga airport from Melbourne. It is only a 0.8 km journey from Rarotonga (RAR) to Rarotonga’s city centre.

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

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Rarotonga, with prices starting at $1,172. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Jetstar and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,215 and $1,812, respectively. Air New Zealand is currently priced 5% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The most popular stopover on flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga is Auckland.

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

    Auckland travellers tend to visit Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki more than anywhere else. Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki can be accessed by travelling approximately 17.5 km, 18.3 km, and 17.2 km, respectively from Auckland Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Auckland Intl for an average daily rate of $52 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in Rarotonga stopover in Sydney least frequently.

  • 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 Airport to Rarotonga?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga (average of $476). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $963). 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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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2025.
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JetstarCheapest$844Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,038Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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