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$745+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to the Cook Islands

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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RAR
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Cook Islands

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Cook Islands flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$948
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$745
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$948
From Salinas to Cook Islands
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($499 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Cook Islands
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Cook Islands. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/69:33 amSFO - RAR
1 stop16h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 9/1412:40 pmRAR - SFO
1 stop16h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/31$948
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/69:33 amSFO - RAR
1 stop16h 25mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/1412:40 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops51h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$970
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/136:53 pmSFO - RAR
2 stops21h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2012:15 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops41h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,626
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:50 pmSFO - RAR
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/169:20 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops41h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30$1,731
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2610:05 pmSFO - AIT
2 stops21h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/210:10 amAIT - SFO
3 stops32h 28mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30$3,347

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Cook Islands that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to the Cook Islands that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Cook Islands

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

9:33 am-10:58 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Rarotonga

Sun 9/14

12:40 pm-8:09 am

1 stop16h 29m

$948

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

9:33 am-10:58 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Rarotonga

Sun 9/14

12:40 pm-6:49 pm

2 stops51h 09m

$970

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

6:53 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops21h 27m

Rarotonga

Sat 9/20

12:15 pm-9:12 am

2 stops41h 57m

$1,626

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

7:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Rarotonga

Sun 11/16

9:20 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops41h 45m

$1,731

San FranciscoAitutaki

SFO - AIT

SFOAIT

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

10:05 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Aitutaki

Tue 9/2

10:10 am-12:50 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$3,228

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

7:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Rarotonga

Sun 11/16

2:55 pm-7:05 am

1 stop38h 10m

$10,505

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

4:30 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops57h 28m

$745

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

7:45 pm-9:05 pm

3 stops28h 20m

$1,025

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Mon 12/22

7:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$1,148

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

3:50 pm-6:35 am

3 stops41h 45m

$2,535

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/30

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Cook Islands

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to the Cook Islands

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Cook Islands?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Cook Islands (average of $905). Flying from Salinas to Cook Islands in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,469). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to CK?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Cook Islands. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 1, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Cook Islands, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 August 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Hawaiian Airlines from Salinas to the Cook Islands have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
501 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,613 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,904 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Cook Islands. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Cook Islands one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $745. Air New Zealand flights start at $1,148 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $2,535 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Cook Islands that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Cook Islands flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Cook Islands?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Salinas to Cook Islands.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Cook Islands?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Cook Islands by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Cook Islands?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Cook Islands (average of $905). Flying from Salinas to Cook Islands in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,469). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Salinas to Cook Islands

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Cook Islands. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$760Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,565Average$1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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