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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Rarotonga International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 21,073. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Avarua.R 10,014 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,014, select.
Avarua.R 11,197 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,197, select.
Avarua.R 11,262 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 May.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 21 May, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,262, select.
Avarua.R 13,957 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,957, select.
Avarua.R 15,606 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,606, select.
Avarua.R 17,930 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,930, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Rarotonga International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Rarotonga International flights are currently cheapest in September.
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San Francisco International to Rarotonga International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco 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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San Francisco to Avarua: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 10,014
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Rarotonga International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Rarotonga International is R 15,884. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Rarotonga International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 15,884.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Rarotonga International.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Rarotonga International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport on Friday, 28 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Rarotonga International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Alaska Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rarotonga International.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR): what you need to know

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your SFO to RAR flight.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport. Auckland International Airport is a popular stopover on the SFO to RAR route.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)

  • Currently, R 10,014 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,884. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to RAR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SFO to RAR.

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

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)

  • If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near RAR:

  • Travel where the road takes you with a Rarotonga International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis to explore beyond Avarua's usual tourist stops.

  • Booking your vehicle from Rarotonga International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) to central Avarua

  • Rarotonga International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Avarua. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Avarua based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Rarotonga International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Avarua, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to RAR in August. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.

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