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£1,053+ Cheap flights to the Cook Islands

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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2 Mar — 9 Mar1
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Cook Islands in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Cook Islands
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cook Islands. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 31 January 2026.

Sun 15/319:20
LHR
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RAR
2 stops45h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/309:00
RAR
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LHR
2 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£1,053
Sun 15/310:30
LGW
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RAR
2 stops54h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/309:00
RAR
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LGW
2 stops43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£1,140
Thu 14/509:10
LHR
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RAR
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/515:45
RAR
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LHR
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1£1,285
Mon 2/1118:40
LHR
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RAR
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1114:55
RAR
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LHR
2 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1£1,301
Wed 13/522:15
LHR
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RAR
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/515:45
RAR
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LHR
2 stops50h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1£1,351
Mon 16/321:00
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RAR
2 stops57h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/314:55
RAR
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LHR
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1£1,397

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Find the latest flights to Cook Islands in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 31 January 2026.

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£2,481
15/3-22/3
  • 15/3-22/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 86h 20m total
  • London to Rarotonga
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Price

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Sun 15/3

19:20-06:35

2 stops45h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 22/3

09:00-12:05

2 stops41h 05m

£1,053

LondonRarotonga

LGW - RAR

LGWRAR

London Gatwick

Sun 15/3

10:30-06:35

2 stops54h 05m

Rarotonga

Sun 22/3

09:00-14:00

2 stops43h 00m

£1,140

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Wed 13/5

22:15-21:05

2 stops33h 50m

Rarotonga

Fri 22/5

15:45-05:35

2 stops50h 50m

£1,351

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

21:00-20:05

2 stops57h 05m

Rarotonga

Mon 23/3

14:55-13:30

2 stops36h 35m

£1,397

LondonRarotonga

LGW - RAR

LGWRAR

London Gatwick

Mon 16/3

09:00-06:35

2 stops31h 35m

Rarotonga

Mon 23/3

14:55-06:55

2 stops54h 00m

£1,655

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Fri 15/5

20:50-07:15

2 stops45h 25m

Rarotonga

Tue 26/5

22:15-16:30

3 stops55h 15m

£1,662

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Fri 15/5

20:50-07:15

2 stops45h 25m

Rarotonga

Sat 30/5

15:45-19:30

3 stops40h 45m

£1,665

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Sun 17/5

20:50-07:15

2 stops45h 25m

Rarotonga

Sat 30/5

15:45-19:30

3 stops40h 45m

£1,683

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Mon 11/5

20:50-07:15

2 stops45h 25m

Rarotonga

Sat 30/5

15:45-19:30

3 stops40h 45m

£1,683

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Mon 11/5

20:50-07:15

2 stops45h 25m

Rarotonga

Sun 31/5

22:05-16:30

3 stops55h 25m

£1,688

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Everything you need to know about your flight to the Cook Islands

How long is the flight to Cook Islands?

On average, a flight from London to Cook Islands takes 41 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Cook Islands from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Cook Islands?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Cook Islands are Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From £810
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From £857
Emirates
Emirates
From £705
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From £824

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Cook Islands?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Cook Islands are AirAsia, Oman Air and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Cook Islands by month

Plan your trip to Cook Islands by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cook Islands ranges from 100.0 - 260.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Cook Islands when rainfall is around 100.0 mm.

Temperature in Cook Islands by month

Plan your trip to Cook Islands by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cook Islands, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 22.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Cook Islands?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Cook Islands in the last few years. This data was updated on 31 January 2026.
The most popular places in Cook Islands to fly to are Rarotonga and Aitutaki.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cook Islands

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cook Islands. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cook Islands. Reviews last updated 31 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand to the Cook Islands by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
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Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
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Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

FAQs about flying to Cook Islands

Cook Islands climate

You’ll be hard pressed to find a bad time to visit the Cook Islands. The weather is nice all year long and the temperature averages 28 degrees.

Getting around Cook Islands

The quickest way to get between the 15 islands is flying. Air Raratonga  has flights between eight of them. If you’re planning on visiting more than one island, buy a pass for discounted fares.

Raratonga is only 32km (20 mile) circumference so there is no real need to hire a car. There is a bus services that loops the island. If you want to travel under your own steam, hiring a scooter is cheaper than a car.

What is good to know if travelling to Cook Islands?

  • Raratonga is the largest island and the arrival point for most tourists. It’s possible to take part in a cross-island trek, hiking through the rainforest in the centre. The trek takes between three and four hours and offers stunning views from the summit.
  • The main city on Raratonga is Avarua, capital of the islands. Don’t miss the Saturday market, which starts at 8am. Everything is on sale here, from food to jewellery.
  • North of Raratonga, Aitutaki is the second most visited island. The beaches here are stunning, and more secluded than those on Raratonga. The much-photographed, One Foot Island has the appearance of the perfect beach: arching palm trees stretch out over white sand towards the turquoise sea. Snorkelling from Aitutaki is excellent.
  • A local handicraft in the Cook Islands is Tivaivai, a sewn bed cover, the value of which is said to be determined by how much love and patience was put into its creation.
  • If possible, visit a Sunday Mass while you’re on the islands. This is quite an experience and the singing is amazing. Dress for the occasion – certainly no beach wear or overly casual clothes. Islanders will dress up in their Sunday best for church.
  • To visit some of the best beaches, take a lagoon cruise. You’ll visit areas that are only accessible by water, with no other holidaymakers – except those from your own boat.

  • When is the best time to fly to Cook Islands?

    Peak Season: April through November is the peak season, when temperatures are cooler and there is less rainfall Off Season: Less popular is December through March, however, this is really far from an “off season” as the rainfall is usually only in the afternoon.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cook Islands if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cook Islands on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cook Islands?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air New Zealand is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cook Islands.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cook Islands depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cook Islands, Manchester offers the quickest one-way flight (32 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Rarotonga have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rarotonga can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rarotonga?

    Yes. Rarotonga has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Free unlimited Wifi & AC spacious 4 bedroom is the closest property to Rarotonga (0.0 mi away from Rarotonga).

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