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£650+ Cheap flights to Rarotonga

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— RAR
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Rarotonga in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 23 July 2026.

Sun 8/1117:00
LGW
-
RAR
2 stops54h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1115:30
RAR
-
LGW
2 stops53h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£1,270
Sun 8/1121:00
LHR
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RAR
2 stops50h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1115:30
RAR
-
LHR
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£1,299
Tue 1/1208:35
LHR
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RAR
3 stops39h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/1209:00
RAR
-
LHR
2 stops60h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£1,359
Mon 2/1120:15
STN
-
RAR
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1110:00
RAR
-
STN
2 stops45h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£1,364
Fri 20/1120:15
STN
-
RAR
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/1109:00
RAR
-
STN
2 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£1,374
Fri 20/1117:00
LGW
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RAR
2 stops47h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/1109:00
RAR
-
LGW
2 stops43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£1,396
Sun 20/911:35
LGW
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RAR
2 stops48h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/921:05
RAR
-
LGW
2 stops54h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£1,400
Mon 2/1108:35
LGW
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RAR
3 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1110:00
RAR
-
LGW
2 stops57h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£1,411
Sat 5/914:45
LHR
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RAR
3 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/912:15
RAR
-
LHR
3 stops46h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£1,420
Sun 9/822:00
LGW
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RAR
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/809:00
RAR
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LGW
2 stops43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£1,423
Sun 20/921:20
LHR
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RAR
2 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/921:05
RAR
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LHR
2 stops58h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£1,429
Mon 2/1108:05
LHR
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RAR
3 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1110:00
RAR
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LHR
2 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£1,437

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Find the latest flights to Rarotonga 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 23 July 2026.

Return from

£1,270

One-way from

£650
8/11-15/11
  • 8/11-15/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 107h 40m total
  • London to Rarotonga
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30/10
  • 30/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 30m total
  • London to Rarotonga
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LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Tue 1/12

08:35-14:30

3 stops39h 55m

Rarotonga

Wed 16/12

09:00-07:00

2 stops60h 00m

£1,359

LondonRarotonga

STN - RAR

STNRAR

London Stansted

Mon 2/11

20:15-06:35

2 stops44h 20m

Rarotonga

Mon 16/11

10:00-17:55

2 stops45h 55m

£1,364

LondonRarotonga

STN - RAR

STNRAR

London Stansted

Fri 20/11

20:15-06:35

2 stops44h 20m

Rarotonga

Fri 27/11

09:00-12:05

2 stops41h 05m

£1,374

LondonRarotonga

LGW - RAR

LGWRAR

London Gatwick

Mon 2/11

08:35-13:40

3 stops39h 05m

Rarotonga

Mon 16/11

10:00-05:55

2 stops57h 55m

£1,411

LondonRarotonga

LGW - RAR

LGWRAR

London Gatwick

Sun 9/8

22:00-07:20

2 stops44h 20m

Rarotonga

Sun 16/8

09:00-15:00

2 stops43h 00m

£1,423

LondonRarotonga

STN - RAR

STNRAR

London Stansted

Thu 19/11

14:05-08:30

2 stops52h 25m

Rarotonga

Fri 27/11

09:00-17:55

2 stops46h 55m

£1,443

LondonRarotonga

STN - RAR

STNRAR

London Stansted

Sat 5/9

14:55-07:45

2 stops51h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 12/9

09:10-18:45

2 stops46h 35m

£1,519

LondonRarotonga

STN - RAR

STNRAR

London Stansted

Sun 8/11

20:15-06:35

2 stops44h 20m

Rarotonga

Sun 15/11

09:00-17:55

2 stops46h 55m

£1,526

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Mon 2/11

08:35-20:10

3 stops45h 35m

Rarotonga

Wed 18/11

15:30-13:25

3 stops59h 55m

£1,585

LondonRarotonga

LGW - RAR

LGWRAR

London Gatwick

Sat 5/9

11:00-07:20

2 stops31h 20m

Rarotonga

Sat 12/9

15:45-09:30

2 stops54h 45m

£1,615

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Rarotonga

How long is the flight to Rarotonga?

On average, a flight from London to Rarotonga takes 42 hours 51 minutes. Flights to Rarotonga from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Rainfall in Rarotonga by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rarotonga 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 Rarotonga when rainfall is around 100.0 mm.

Temperature in Rarotonga by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rarotonga, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rarotonga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rarotonga. 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 Rarotonga. Reviews last updated 23 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand to the Cook Islands. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

FAQs about flying to Rarotonga

Rarotonga airport overview

Rarotonga International is the main airport for the Cook Islands. Revamped in 2010, the facility is sparkling new, although still quite basic. As the Cook Islands are so remote and there isn’t much air traffic the facility is rarely crowded.

Direct flights to Rarotonga International Airport are available from destinations in Australasia, including Auckland, Christchurch, Sydney and Papeete. Air New Zealand also operates a direct route from Los Angeles, and Air Rarotonga has domestic flights within the Cook Islands from Aitutaki, Atiu, Manihiki, Mauke, Mangaia and Mitiaro.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rarotonga?

    If you book a flight to Rarotonga, you will be flying into Rarotonga, which is the city’s only airport. Rarotonga (RAR) is located 0.5 mi from the center of Rarotonga.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rarotonga 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 Rarotonga on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rarotonga depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rarotonga, London offers the quickest one-way flight (39 hours 55 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. Sharnytas Studio Air Conditioned is the closest property to Rarotonga (0.0 mi away from Rarotonga).

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