| Route | One Way | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney to Rarotonga flights | $299 | $716 |
| Adelaide to Rarotonga flights | $418 | $856 |
| Brisbane to Rarotonga flights | $774 |
| Route | One Way | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland to Rarotonga flights | $593 |
Prices last updated: 12 Jul 2026 12:15
Cheap Flights to Rarotonga
Cheapest Time of Year to Fly to Rarotonga
Return fares to Rarotonga by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.
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The cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga is August 2026, with return fares from $537 — 69% cheaper than the most expensive month (May 2027, from $1,743).
When Should You Fly to Rarotonga?
Based on the fares we've tracked, August is typically the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga, with return fares from $537. May is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $1,743.
Across the year, return fares to Rarotonga average around $821. If you can travel in the off-peak months of August, December and January, you'll generally pay up to 35% less than the yearly average.
Cheapest Prices for Return Flights to Rarotonga
These are the cheapest prices for return airfares to Rarotonga
August 2026
$537
September 2026
$733
October 2026
$1,088
November 2026
$875
December 2026
$537
January 2027
$537
February 2027
$537
March 2027
$557
April 2027
$1,068
May 2027
$1,743
Average Prices for Return Flights to Rarotonga
These are the average prices for return airfares to Rarotonga
August 2026
$1,335
September 2026
$1,582
October 2026
$1,677
November 2026
$1,268
December 2026
$1,897
January 2027
$1,547
February 2027
$1,277
March 2027
$1,260
April 2027
$1,270
May 2027
$1,206
Frequently Asked Questions about flying to Rarotonga
When is the cheapest time to travel to Rarotonga?The cheapest month to travel is typically December.
How much do return flights to Rarotonga cost?The best price we found for a return flight to Rarotonga is $717.
What is the cheapest date to fly to Rarotonga?Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight to Rarotonga is 04 September 2026.
What is the cheapest airline that flys to Rarotonga?Currently, the cheapest airline that flys to Rarotonga is Jetstar.
Which airlines fly direct to Rarotonga?Jetstar and Qantas fly direct.
How long does a direct flight to Rarotonga take?The shortest direct flight usually takes 5 hours and 25 minutes.
What is the IATA airport code for Rarotonga?The IATA code for Rarotonga is RAR. It is located in Cook Islands at coordinates -21.20226, -159.8051.
When should you book flights to Rarotonga?From our data, you should book flights to Rarotonga 60 days out.
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