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£1,153+ Cheap flights to Rarotonga

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— RAR
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Wed 18/313:55LHR - RAR
2 stops50h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/309:00RAR - LHR
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£1,153
Wed 18/314:05STN - RAR
2 stops50h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/309:00RAR - STN
2 stops46h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£1,404
Wed 18/313:35LGW - RAR
2 stops51h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/309:00RAR - LGW
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£1,411
Wed 18/317:05LHR - RAR
Nonstop29h 10mDelta
Sun 22/317:45RAR - LHR
Nonstop9h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/11£9,144

Flights to Rarotonga in 2025

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£1,153

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,377
18/3-22/3
  • 18/3-22/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 91h 45m total
  • London to Rarotonga
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Depart

Return

Price

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Wed 18/3

13:55-06:35

2 stops50h 40m

Rarotonga

Sun 22/3

09:00-12:05

2 stops41h 05m

£1,153

LondonRarotonga

STN - RAR

STNRAR

London Stansted

Wed 18/3

14:05-06:35

2 stops50h 30m

Rarotonga

Sun 22/3

09:00-17:55

2 stops46h 55m

£1,404

LondonRarotonga

LGW - RAR

LGWRAR

London Gatwick

Wed 18/3

13:35-06:35

2 stops51h 00m

Rarotonga

Sun 22/3

09:00-11:40

2 stops40h 40m

£1,411

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Wed 18/3

17:05-12:15

Nonstop29h 10m

Rarotonga

Sun 22/3

17:45-13:35

Nonstop9h 50m

£9,144

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How long is the flight to Rarotonga?

On average, a flight from London to Rarotonga takes 34 hours 6 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Rarotonga?

The most popular airline flying from London to Rarotonga is Air New Zealand.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From £1,174

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rarotonga?

The cheapest airline flying from London to Rarotonga is Air New Zealand.

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 6 November 2025.
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
521 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
521 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
521 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rarotonga?

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

  • 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 (29 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. Sharnytas Studio Air Conditioned is the closest property to Rarotonga (0.0 mi away from Rarotonga).

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