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— RAR
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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
jue. 12/256:20 pmEWR - RAR
2 stops57h 27mAlaska Airlines
dom. 1/111:05 pmRAR - EWR
2 stops22h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/25![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$1,592
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
jue. 12/254:48 pmJFK - RAR
2 stops58h 59mAlaska Airlines
dom. 1/111:05 pmRAR - JFK
2 stops22h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/25![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$1,610
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
vie. 12/267:59 pmEWR - RAR
2 stops31h 48mAlaska Airlines
dom. 1/111:05 pmRAR - EWR
2 stops22h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$1,751
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
vie. 12/266:59 pmJFK - RAR
2 stops32h 48mAlaska Airlines
dom. 1/111:05 pmRAR - JFK
2 stops22h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$1,769
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lun. 12/18:00 amEWR - RAR
2 stops58h 40mAir New Zealand
sáb. 12/69:20 pmRAR - EWR
2 stops46h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/26![Air New Zealand logo]()
$2,001
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/258:20 pmLGA - RAR
2 stops52h 50mAir New Zealand
mar. 12/29:20 pmRAR - LGA
2 stops44h 44mAir New Zealand
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$2,101
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mar. 11/258:25 pmEWR - RAR
2 stops46h 15mAir New Zealand
mar. 12/22:55 pmRAR - EWR
2 stops47h 05mAir New Zealand
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$2,115
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/269:59 amJFK - RAR
2 stops30h 21mMultiple Airlines
dom. 1/111:05 pmRAR - JFK
1 stop36h 45mMultiple Airlines
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$2,144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/15:15 pmJFK - RAR
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 12/69:20 pmRAR - JFK
1 stop36h 05mMultiple Airlines
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$2,191
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lun. 12/17:30 amLGA - RAR
2 stops35h 10mAir New Zealand
sáb. 12/62:55 pmRAR - LGA
2 stops27h 09mAir New Zealand
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$2,240
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vie. 12/269:59 amJFK - RAR
2 stops30h 21mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 1/109:20 pmRAR - JFK
1 stop36h 05mMultiple Airlines
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$2,745
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mar. 11/251:40 pmJFK - RAR
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/29:20 pmRAR - JFK
1 stop38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$3,047
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NewarkRarotonga
EWR - RAR
EWRRAR
Newark
vie. 1/16
7:29 pm-10:40 pm
2 stops32h 11m
Rarotonga
dom. 1/25
1:05 pm-4:22 pm
2 stops22h 17m
$1,341
New YorkRarotonga
JFK - RAR
JFKRAR
New York John F Kennedy Intl
vie. 1/16
6:57 pm-10:40 pm
2 stops32h 43m
Rarotonga
dom. 1/25
1:05 pm-4:12 pm
2 stops22h 07m
$1,430
NewarkRarotonga
EWR - RAR
EWRRAR
Newark
jue. 12/25
6:20 pm-10:47 pm
2 stops57h 27m
Rarotonga
dom. 1/11
1:05 pm-4:22 pm
2 stops22h 17m
$1,592
New YorkRarotonga
JFK - RAR
JFKRAR
New York John F Kennedy Intl
jue. 12/25
4:48 pm-10:47 pm
2 stops58h 59m
Rarotonga
dom. 1/11
1:05 pm-4:12 pm
2 stops22h 07m
$1,610
NewarkRarotonga
EWR - RAR
EWRRAR
Newark
vie. 12/26
7:59 pm-10:47 pm
2 stops31h 48m
Rarotonga
dom. 1/11
1:05 pm-4:22 pm
2 stops22h 17m
$1,751
New YorkRarotonga
JFK - RAR
JFKRAR
New York John F Kennedy Intl
vie. 12/26
6:59 pm-10:47 pm
2 stops32h 48m
Rarotonga
dom. 1/11
1:05 pm-4:12 pm
2 stops22h 07m
$1,769
New YorkRarotonga
JFK - RAR
JFKRAR
New York John F Kennedy Intl
vie. 1/16
5:15 pm-8:10 pm
1 stop31h 55m
Rarotonga
dom. 1/25
1:05 pm-4:12 pm
2 stops22h 07m
$1,868
New YorkRarotonga
LGA - RAR
LGARAR
New York LaGuardia
vie. 1/16
12:26 pm-1:40 pm
2 stops30h 14m
Rarotonga
dom. 1/25
2:55 pm-8:54 pm
2 stops24h 59m
$2,195
New YorkRarotonga
LGA - RAR
LGARAR
New York LaGuardia
vie. 1/16
3:20 pm-8:10 pm
3 stops33h 50m
Rarotonga
dom. 1/25
2:55 pm-8:54 pm
2 stops24h 59m
$2,228
New YorkRarotonga
JFK - RAR
JFKRAR
New York John F Kennedy Intl
dom. 1/11
11:00 am-1:40 pm
3 stops55h 40m
Rarotonga
sáb. 1/24
9:20 pm-5:00 pm
1 stop38h 40m
$2,282
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Rarotonga flight deals, Cheapflights users have found eDreams to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Rarotonga flight deals on Cheapflights and eDreams. This is based on searches made for Rarotonga flights over the past month.
- Most trusted provider: eDreams is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Rarotonga flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), eDreams has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Rarotonga. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.
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On average, a flight from New York to Rarotonga takes 39 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Rarotonga from other popular cities in USA 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 3.9 - 10.2 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Rarotonga when rainfall is around 3.9 in.
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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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 71.6 F).
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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 noviembre 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand to the Cook Islands have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.4
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnnabel,Nov 2025
AKL - WRE
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.4
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnnabel,Nov 2025
AKL - WRE
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Rarotonga, Cook Islands airport overview
Situated two miles (3km) west of Avarua, Rarotonga International (RAR) is the main airport for the Cook Islands. Revamped in 2010, the facility is shiny and new, although still pretty 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.
Situated two miles (3km) west of Avarua, Rarotonga International (RAR) is the main airport for the Cook Islands. Revamped in 2010, the facility is shiny and new, although still pretty 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.