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$126+ Cheap flights from Auckland (AKL) to Rarotonga (RAR)

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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — RAR
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Rarotonga are usually found in June or February, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Rarotonga

Cheapest flights from Auckland to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/103:10 pm
AKL
-
RAR
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Sun 8/1610:05 pm
RAR
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/26$299
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/173:10 pm
AKL
-
RAR
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Sun 8/2310:05 pm
RAR
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/25$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Mon 8/103:10 pm
AKL
-
RAR
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 8/1910:05 pm
RAR
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/26$314
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/173:10 pm
AKL
-
RAR
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Sun 9/2010:05 pm
RAR
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/25$321
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/303:10 pm
AKL
-
RAR
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Sun 8/210:05 pm
RAR
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/24$326
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/73:10 pm
AKL
-
RAR
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 9/1610:05 pm
RAR
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/22$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 8/33:10 pm
AKL
-
RAR
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Sun 8/910:05 pm
RAR
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/23$337
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/13:10 pm
AKL
-
RAR
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Sun 8/910:05 pm
RAR
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/23$338
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/223:10 pm
AKL
-
RAR
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Fri 9/410:05 pm
RAR
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/25$349
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/173:10 pm
AKL
-
RAR
Nonstop3h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 9/309:05 pm
RAR
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/25$355

Find flight deals from Auckland to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Rarotonga (RAR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$299
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$126
(Jetstar)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$456

Good round-trip deal

$420 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Auckland Intl-Rarotonga flight deals.
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Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Auckland Intl-Rarotonga flights.
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From Auckland Intl to Rarotonga
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One-way flight from Auckland Intl to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to Rarotonga.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Rarotonga 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 July 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Rarotonga that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/7

3:10 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Wed 9/16

10:05 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop4h 35m

$333

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/10

9:35 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Sun 12/13

3:30 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$367

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/7

3:10 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

Rarotonga

Fri 9/18

10:05 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop4h 35m

$374

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/15

8:50 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Rarotonga

Sun 11/22

9:25 pm-12:50 am

Nonstop4h 25m

$383

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Thu 11/12

8:50 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Rarotonga

Thu 11/19

9:25 pm-12:50 am

Nonstop4h 25m

$464
Quickest round-trip

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/8

8:50 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Rarotonga

Wed 2/24

2:55 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$467

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/22

7:40 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Rarotonga

Wed 9/23

3:50 am-6:20 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$467

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/31

8:50 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 11/7

9:25 pm-12:50 am

Nonstop4h 25m

$478

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/3

8:50 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Rarotonga

Wed 11/11

2:55 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$518
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

AucklandRarotonga

AKL - RAR

AKLRAR

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/17

3:10 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$126

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Deals found on 7/27

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Compare providers for flights from Auckland to Rarotonga

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Auckland to Rarotonga in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-Rarotonga flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Auckland-Rarotonga flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Auckland-Rarotonga flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-Rarotonga flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Auckland-Rarotonga flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rarotonga from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Rarotonga

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga?

The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to Rarotonga may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 20 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga (average of $401). Flying from Auckland to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $589). 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 AKL to RAR?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Rarotonga. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 27, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Auckland to Rarotonga as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Auckland to Rarotonga?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Auckland to Rarotonga flights typically cost between $356 and $545 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $299 on Jetstar (Aug 10-Aug 16).

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 July 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Auckland to Rarotonga to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
655 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
655 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
655 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
558 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
655 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    Booking a flight from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Rarotonga (RAR) is your only option if you wish to fly from Auckland to Rarotonga. On a typical day, there are 4 flights from Auckland Intl to Rarotonga, all of which are around 3h 45m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Auckland Intl to Rarotonga.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Rarotonga flight route?

    The Auckland Intl to Rarotonga flight path was viewed by 14 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    There are many flights that can get you from Auckland to Rarotonga in 3h 55m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. Auckland and Rarotonga are separated by a distance of 1871 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Rarotonga round-trip?

    Currently priced at $153, Jetstar will fly you from Auckland to Rarotonga and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Air New Zealand for as low as $359. Jetstar is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga consider choosing Virgin Atlantic (93%), United Airlines (89%) or Qantas Airways (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    While on average a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga is generally $452, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $152. When looking at the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Rarotonga), you can expect to pay $489 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Rarotonga that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Rarotonga flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Rarotonga?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Rarotonga?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Rarotonga 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 Auckland to Rarotonga?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga (average of $401). Flying from Auckland to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $589). 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 Auckland to Rarotonga

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Rarotonga. 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$152Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$351Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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