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$949+ 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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RAR
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Rarotonga

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 July 2, 2025.

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$949
(Hawaiian Airlines)
From San Diego to Rarotonga
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 2, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/910:29 amSAN - RAR
2 stops15h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/3112:40 pmRAR - SAN
1 stop15h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/1$949
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 11/96:15 amSAN - RAR
2 stops33h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/159:20 pmRAR - SAN
2 stops44h 32mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$1,624
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/212:30 pmSAN - RAR
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/93:05 amRAR - SAN
2 stops37h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$2,090

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Rarotonga that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Rarotonga

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 8/9

9:15 am-10:55 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/31

12:40 pm-7:00 am

1 stop15h 20m

$949

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 8/2

9:15 am-10:55 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/10

1:05 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$966

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sun 11/9

6:15 am-1:40 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Rarotonga

Sat 11/15

9:20 pm-7:52 pm

2 stops44h 32m

$1,624

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 8/2

12:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Rarotonga

Sat 8/9

3:05 am-8:01 pm

2 stops37h 56m

$2,090

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Deals found on 7/1

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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 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Rarotonga, such as Alaska Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Hawaiian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
2,540 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rarotonga (average of $905). Flying from San Diego to Rarotonga 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 airline flying from San Diego to Rarotonga

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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$744Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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