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$744+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Rarotonga (RAR)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RAR
Jun 28 — Jul 51
Sat 6/28
Sat 7/5
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 June 23, 2025.

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$766
(Alaska Airlines)
From San Diego to Rarotonga
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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/412:30 pmSAN - RAR
1 stop13h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/1212:26 pmRAR - SAN
2 stops16h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/22$744
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/512:30 pmSAN - RAR
1 stop13h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 7/271:05 pmRAR - SAN
1 stop24h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/22$943
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:05 amSAN - RAR
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/812:15 pmRAR - SAN
2 stops29h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/21$1,373
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Fri 11/75:15 pmSAN - RAR
2 stops28h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 11/172:55 pmRAR - SAN
2 stops26h 57mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/21$1,583

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San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 10/4

12:30 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 29m

Rarotonga

Sun 10/12

12:26 pm-7:00 am

1 stop15h 34m

$744

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 7/5

12:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Rarotonga

Sun 7/27

1:05 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$943

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 11/1

9:05 am-10:45 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Rarotonga

Sat 11/8

12:15 pm-8:06 pm

2 stops29h 51m

$1,373

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Fri 11/7

5:15 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Rarotonga

Mon 11/17

2:55 pm-7:52 pm

2 stops26h 57m

$1,583

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 10/4

7:20 pm-1:40 pm

3 stops45h 20m

Rarotonga

Sun 10/12

3:00 pm-10:27 pm

2 stops28h 27m

$11,275

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Deals found on 6/22

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Rarotonga

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to RAR?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 June 23, 2025.

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

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.

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 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).

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 June 23, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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
486 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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
2,520 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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
8,831 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Rarotonga?

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