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Cheap Flights from Auckland International to Rarotonga International

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Flight deals from Auckland International to Rarotonga International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Auckland International to Rarotonga International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Avarua.ر.ق.‏ 456 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 456, select.
Avarua.ر.ق.‏ 456 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 456, select.
Avarua.ر.ق.‏ 456 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 456, select.
Avarua.ر.ق.‏ 498 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 498, select.
Avarua.ر.ق.‏ 498 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 498, select.
Avarua.ر.ق.‏ 498 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 498, select.
Avarua.ر.ق.‏ 539 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 539, select.
Avarua.ر.ق.‏ 539 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 539, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Rarotonga International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to Rarotonga International flights are currently cheapest in December.
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Direct flights from Auckland International to Rarotonga International

Auckland International to Rarotonga International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Auckland International to Avarua below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rarotonga International.

Auckland to Avarua: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 456
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week59

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to Rarotonga International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland International to Rarotonga International is ر.ق.‏ 948. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Auckland International to Rarotonga International.
Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from Auckland International to Rarotonga International.
As of November 2025, there are 59 flights per week flying from Auckland International to Rarotonga International.
The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Rarotonga International is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport on Monday, 1 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rarotonga International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Avarua is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rarotonga International.

Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Rarotonga Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.

  • Flights from AKL to RAR start from 08:50 — the first with Air New Zealand. The latest departure is at 20:00 with Air New Zealand. Overall, there are 18 weekly Auckland Airport to Rarotonga Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your AKL to RAR flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Jetstar.

  • Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier offering AKL to RAR flights. An exceptional 80.52% of its services on this route land on time.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to Rarotonga Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between AKL and RAR include:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Tahiti Faa'an Airport

    • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • Currently, ر.ق.‏ 456 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق.‏ 948. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from AKL to RAR, book your journey five months ahead of your departure date.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Rarotonga Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from AKL to RAR.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to Rarotonga Airport.

Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Auckland Airport, 69.31% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To get to Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Rarotonga Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near AKL:

Arriving at Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Avarua

  • Rarotonga Airport to the centre of Avarua is around 3 kilometres. Journey times may change depending on the time of day and traffic conditions, so checking a navigation app for live updates is always a smart move.

When to fly to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Auckland Airport to Rarotonga Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Avarua in May.

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