HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Rarotonga

$552+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RAR
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Mon 2/23
Mon 3/2
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from USA to Rarotonga with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from USA to Rarotonga

Cheapest flights from USA to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 24, 2026.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/244:30 pm
HNL
-
RAR
Nonstop6h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 4/251:05 pm
RAR
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/22$892
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/244:30 pm
HNL
-
RAR
Nonstop6h 10m
Hawaiian Airlines
Sun 2/11:05 pm
RAR
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 05m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/22$900
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/144:30 pm
HNL
-
RAR
Nonstop6h 15m
Hawaiian Airlines
Sun 2/221:00 pm
RAR
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 10m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/22$906
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/244:30 pm
HNL
-
RAR
Nonstop6h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 2/11:05 pm
RAR
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$908
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/144:30 pm
HNL
-
RAR
Nonstop6h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/2912:25 pm
RAR
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/23$910
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/287:00 am
PDX
-
RAR
2 stops18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/512:25 pm
RAR
-
PDX
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$932
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/248:30 am
SEA
-
RAR
2 stops16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/11:05 pm
RAR
-
SEA
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$944
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/810:10 am
SEA
-
RAR
2 stops15h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/1611:05 am
RAR
-
SEA
1 stop18h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$947
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/188:45 am
SAN
-
RAR
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/21:05 pm
RAR
-
SAN
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$948
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 5/19:20 am
LAX
-
RAR
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/91:05 pm
RAR
-
LAX
2 stops28h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$948
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:05 am
SEA
-
RAR
2 stops17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/1611:05 am
RAR
-
SEA
2 stops26h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$948
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/177:00 am
LAX
-
RAR
1 stop18h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/111:05 am
RAR
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/23$949

Find flight deals from USA to Rarotonga

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Rarotonga flight deals. Data was last updated January 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$892
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$552
(SmartFares)
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Rarotonga flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New York (NYC)-Rarotonga flights.
Search Deals
From USA to Rarotonga
Search Deals
One-way flight from USA to Rarotonga
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 January 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Rarotonga that are best for you.

Fly from

USA

Fly to

Rarotonga

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HonoluluRarotonga

HNL - RAR

HNLRAR

Honolulu

Sat 4/4

4:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 4/19

1:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$909

SeattleRarotonga

SEA - RAR

SEARAR

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/8

10:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/23

11:05 am-8:05 am

1 stop18h 00m

$947

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Fri 2/6

6:45 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Rarotonga

Sun 2/8

1:05 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops30h 24m

$948

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 4/18

8:45 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/2

1:05 pm-6:40 am

1 stop14h 35m

$948

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Fri 5/29

9:11 am-10:50 pm

2 stops16h 39m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/30

11:05 am-5:00 am

1 stop14h 55m

$948

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Fri 5/29

10:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/30

11:05 am-5:00 am

1 stop14h 55m

$948

SeattleRarotonga

SEA - RAR

SEARAR

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/8

10:10 am-10:50 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/16

11:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop15h 55m

$948

SeattleRarotonga

SEA - RAR

SEARAR

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/8

10:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/16

11:05 am-8:05 am

1 stop18h 00m

$948

PortlandRarotonga

PDX - RAR

PDXRAR

Portland

Thu 5/21

5:30 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops32h 20m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/30

11:05 am-4:19 pm

1 stop26h 14m

$949

PortlandRarotonga

PDX - RAR

PDXRAR

Portland

Fri 4/17

6:23 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops31h 22m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/2

1:05 pm-4:13 pm

1 stop24h 08m

$957

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/23

Showing 1-10 of 44 results
1
2
3
...
5

Best time to book a flight from USA to Rarotonga

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rarotonga from USA with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Rarotonga

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Rarotonga (average of $686). Flying from USA to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,256). 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.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Rarotonga flights

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Rarotonga trip
Our travel experts
Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Read more
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Air New Zealand

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Read more
Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on Hawaiian Airlines

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

Read more

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 January 24, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Hawaiian Airlines from the United States to Rarotonga. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,786 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,786 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,786 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
574 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,786 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,829 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,786 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rarotonga from United States?

    If you book a flight to Rarotonga from United States, you will be flying to Rarotonga, which is the city’s only airport. Rarotonga (RAR) is located 0.5 mi from the center of Rarotonga.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Rarotonga?

    Alaska Airlines can get you from USA to Rarotonga in just under 6h 15m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 2939 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Rarotonga one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $506. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from USA to Rarotonga for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Rarotonga?

    When deciding which route to take from USA to Rarotonga consider Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Rarotonga, Los Angeles - Rarotonga or Portland - Rarotonga as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Rarotonga (average of $686). Flying from USA to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,256). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for USA to Rarotonga

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Seattle to Rarotonga flights
Los Angeles to Rarotonga flights
Portland to Rarotonga flights
San Francisco to Rarotonga flights
Honolulu to Rarotonga flights
San Diego to Rarotonga flights
Salt Lake City to Rarotonga flights
O'Hare Intl to Rarotonga flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Rarotonga flights
Newark to Rarotonga flights
Denver to Rarotonga flights
Dulles Intl to Rarotonga flights
George Bush Intcntl to Rarotonga flights
Los Angeles to Aitutaki flights
Baltimore to Rarotonga flights
Boston to Rarotonga flights
Minneapolis to Rarotonga flights
Reagan-National to Rarotonga flights
Charlotte to Rarotonga flights
Miami to Rarotonga flights
Atlanta to Rarotonga flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Rarotonga flights
Tampa to Rarotonga flights
Kansas City to Rarotonga flights
San Jose to Rarotonga flights
Austin to Rarotonga flights
Hartford to Rarotonga flights
Sky Harbor Intl to Rarotonga flights
El Paso to Rarotonga flights
San Francisco to Aitutaki flights
Kapalua to Rarotonga flights
Anchorage to Rarotonga flights
Kahului to Rarotonga flights

Top 3 airlines flying from USA to Rarotonga

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 January 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$670Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$784Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,329Average$1,908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.