AKL - RAR

Find cheap flights from Auckland to Rarotonga

1 adult

KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Rarotonga

 
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Auckland to Rarotonga, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Auckland to Rarotonga, as well as popular online travel agencies
Travellers love KAYAK
41,299,237 searches in the past 7 days on KAYAK

Save 27% or moreCompare multiple travel sites with one search.

Track pricesNot ready to book? Create a price alert for when prices drop.

Free to useThere are no hidden charges or fees.

Filter your dealsChoose cabin class, free Wi-Fi and more.

Flights Deals
Useful Info
Flights Deals

Cheap Flight Deals from Auckland to Rarotonga (AKL-RAR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Auckland to Rarotonga that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Auckland to Rarotonga

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Auckland to Rarotonga.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.
Qantas Airways Logo
AKL-RAR
3h 55mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
RAR-AKL
4h 35mdirect
Qantas Airways
Find Deal
Jetstar Logo
AKL-RAR
3h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
RAR-AKL
4h 35mdirect
Jetstar
Find Deal
Air New Zealand Logo
AKL-RAR
3h 45mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
RAR-AKL
4h 40mdirect
Air New Zealand
Find Deal
United Airlines Logo
AKL-RAR
3h 45mdirect
United Airlines Logo
RAR-AKL
4h 15mdirect
United Airlines
Find Deal
Virgin Atlantic Logo
AKL-RAR
3h 45mdirect
Virgin Atlantic Logo
RAR-AKL
4h 40mdirect
Virgin Atlantic
Find Deal
Singapore Airlines Logo
AKL-RAR
3h 45mdirect
Singapore Airlines Logo
RAR-AKL
4h 40mdirect
Singapore Airlines
Find Deal
Useful Info

KAYAK's insights & trends for Auckland to Rarotonga flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Auckland to Rarotonga to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Rarotonga?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Auckland to Rarotonga, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Rarotonga is February, where tickets cost C$ 570 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 793 and C$ 749 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Auckland to Rarotonga, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Rarotonga, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonMarch
High seasonDecember
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Auckland to Rarotonga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Rarotonga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Auckland to Rarotonga

  • Is it possible to fly non-stop from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    Jetstar, Virgin and Air New Zealand are among the airlines that offer direct flights between Auckland and Rarotonga.

  • Can I do my duty free shopping once I land at Rarotonga?

    There are two duty free shops for you to choose from in the Arrivals section of Rarotonga Airport. A broad range of alcohol, tobacco and beauty products are available at CITC and SAVA stores. Be mindful that the limit on duty-free alcohol you are allowed to bring into the Cook Islands is 2 litres of wine/spirits or 4.5 litres of beer.

  • Are there any hotels located at Rarotonga Airport?

    There are no hotels located on the premises of the airport, however The Islander Hotel is the closest in proximity and is directly across the road from the airport terminal. A twin room with sea views and a king size bed is available from CI$ 280 (NZ$ 280) approx.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Auckland to Rarotonga flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Auckland and Rarotonga, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    There are direct flights from Auckland to Rarotonga on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Auckland to Rarotonga.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rarotonga from Auckland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Rarotonga with an airline and back to Auckland with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Rarotonga from Auckland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Auckland to Rarotonga

  • Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) is the largest airport serving the Cook Islands and welcomes the majority of international travellers. It not only serves the major island of Rarotonga but also serves as a gateway to other islands such as Aitutaki and Avarua.
  • Those travelling between Auckland (AKL) and Rarotonga with Jetstar should be aware that an inflight meal is not included. Plan ahead and make sure you eat before getting on the plane, or a pack a cold sealed meal to take with you. Keep in mind that Jetstar, along with all other airlines, does not allow customers to bring hot food onboard.
  • If you are planning to hire a rental car during your stay on the island of Rarotonga, it can be best to book in advance, so that you can pick it up once you get off the plane. A host of globally recognised rental companies including Avis, Budget and Hertz have offices located within the terminal of Rarotonga International Airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Find which airlines fly direct from Auckland Intl Airport to Rarotonga Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Auckland Intl to Rarotonga

Monday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +3 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +4 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +3 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +4 more

Friday

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +3 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +4 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines, +2 more

See more nonstop flights

Direct returns

Rarotonga to Auckland Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +3 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +4 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +3 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +4 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Air New Zealand,Singapore Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand,Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +3 more

Air New Zealand,Jetstar, +4 more

See more nonstop flights
See more nonstop flights

Top airline flying from Auckland to Rarotonga

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Auckland to Rarotonga. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Auckland to Rarotonga? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.6
JetstarOverall score based on 439 reviews
6.8Boarding
6.4Comfort
7.3Crew
5.1Entertainment
5.7Food
Airline reviews

Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

8.0 ExcellentSara, Mar 2025SIN - MEL
Read more Jetstar reviews

Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

Comfortable seats, boarding was easy and staff were very nice.

Flight was fine but a domestic flight was called by Jetstar international. This meant going through immigration and custom scanning twice. Long queues were experienced which were frustrating. We were using a wheelchair and exit at Perth needed a scissor lift as no air bridge provided. No fast lane at Perth for wheelchair. The staff were helpful but this system is poor.

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Not very good, no food and not drink ( caffe or tea). Never ever fly with jet star.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

Everything you need to know for your flight from Auckland to Rarotonga

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Not what you’re looking for? Find thousands of other hotels, flights, car rentals and package deals with KAYAK.