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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 Airport to Rarotonga International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 5,562. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Avarua.R 2,050 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,050, select.
      Avarua.R 2,081 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,081, select.
      Avarua.R 2,081 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,081, select.
      Avarua.R 2,082 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Sat, 19 Jun, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,082, select.
      Avarua.R 2,084 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,084, select.
      Avarua.R 2,084 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,084, select.
      Avarua.R 2,127 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,127, select.
      Avarua.R 2,180 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,180, select.
      Avarua.R 2,467 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,467, select.
      Avarua.R 3,127 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Auckland International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,127, select.
      Avarua.R 3,249 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Wed, 28 Jul, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,249, select.
      Avarua.R 3,818 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Auckland International on Wed, 4 Aug, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,818, 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 October.
      Sep
      from R 3,137
      Oct
      from R 2,057
      Nov
      from R 2,187
      Dec
      from R 2,475
      Jan
      from R 2,091
      Feb
      from R 2,088
      Mar
      from R 2,134
      Apr
      from R 2,088
      May
      from R 2,091
      Jun
      from R 2,089
      Jul
      from R 3,260
      Aug
      from R 3,831

      Direct flights from Auckland International to Rarotonga International

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      Jetstar
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      Singapore Airlines
      United

      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.

      Rarotonga International

      3km from central Avarua
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      Auckland to Avarua: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 2,050
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time3 hrs, 50 mins
      Most popular airlineSingapore Airlines
      Average flights per week43

      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 R 4,994. 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 50 minutes is the average flight time from Auckland International to Rarotonga International.
      Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand and United fly direct from Auckland International to Rarotonga International.
      As of September 2026, there are 43 flights per week flying from Auckland International to Rarotonga International.
      The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Rarotonga International is usually November.
      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, 30 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 50 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.

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

      • The average duration of a direct flight from Auckland International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport is 3 hours 50 minutes.

      • Flights from AKL to RAR start at 08:50 — the earliest with Air New Zealand. The last service of the day is at 20:05 with Air New Zealand. Overall, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Auckland International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport flights.

      • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AKL to RAR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

      • If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak periods, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.

      • Most travellers choose to travel with Air New Zealand on this route.

      • With 66.67% of its services arriving as planned, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier operating AKL to RAR flights.

      • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Auckland International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between AKL and RAR include:

        • Sydney Airport

        • Honolulu International Airport

        • Papeete Airport

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

      • Currently, R 2,057 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,994. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

      • To secure cheap tickets from AKL to RAR, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure.

      • The cheapest month for flights from Auckland International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

      • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AKL to RAR.

      • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Auckland International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport.

      Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)

      • 70% of flights departing from Auckland International Airport land at their destination on time.

      • Auckland International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.

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

      Arriving at Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)

      When to fly to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)

      • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Auckland International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Avarua. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.

      • Book your flight from Auckland International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport for March if you want to go to Avarua during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from AKL to RAR in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.

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      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.