Rarotonga

$543+ 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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RAR
Dec 24 — Dec 311
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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 November 24, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 11/224:30 pmHNL - RAR
Nonstop6h 19mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/301:05 pmRAR - HNL
Nonstop6h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/22$906
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sat 11/299:00 amSEA - RAR
1 stop15h 49mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/71:05 pmRAR - SEA
1 stop23h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/21$927
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/297:20 amSFO - RAR
2 stops17h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/71:05 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops27h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/21$937
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/68:20 amSEA - RAR
2 stops16h 55mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/141:05 pmRAR - SEA
2 stops30h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/24$945
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 12/274:30 pmHNL - RAR
Nonstop6h 17mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/41:05 pmRAR - HNL
Nonstop6h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/22$1,016
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 12/268:42 pmLAX - RAR
1 stop28h 05mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/281:05 pmRAR - LAX
1 stop16h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,112
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 12/129:38 amLAX - RAR
2 stops39h 37mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/211:05 pmRAR - LAX
2 stops32h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,132
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/297:12 amSFO - RAR
1 stop17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/71:05 pmRAR - SFO
1 stop14h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,209
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Thu 12/258:20 pmLAX - RAR
2 stops52h 27mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/281:05 pmRAR - LAX
1 stop13h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,281
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.
Sun 12/79:25 amSEA - RAR
2 stops30h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/149:20 pmRAR - SEA
2 stops43h 12mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/24$1,528
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Sun 11/309:20 amHNL - RAR
1 stop28h 20mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/79:20 pmRAR - HNL
1 stop34h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/23$1,530
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Wed 12/1710:40 pmSFO - RAR
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/281:05 pmRAR - SFO
2 stops32h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,547

Cheap flight deals from USA to Rarotonga

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Rarotonga flight deals. Data was last updated November 24, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$906
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$543
(Fareboom)

Good round-trip deal

$643 or less

Good one-way deal

$568 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Rarotonga that are best for you.

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USA

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Rarotonga

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HonoluluRarotonga

HNL - RAR

HNLRAR

Honolulu

Sat 1/24

4:30 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Rarotonga

Sun 2/1

1:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$906

SeattleRarotonga

SEA - RAR

SEARAR

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 12/6

8:40 am-11:15 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Rarotonga

Sun 12/14

1:05 pm-5:15 am

1 stop14h 10m

$929

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

7:00 am-10:40 pm

2 stops17h 40m

Rarotonga

Sun 2/15

1:05 pm-6:30 am

1 stop15h 25m

$945

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 4/18

12:30 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/2

12:25 pm-6:50 am

1 stop15h 25m

$945

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Sat 4/18

7:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/2

12:25 pm-5:10 am

1 stop13h 45m

$945

SeattleRarotonga

SEA - RAR

SEARAR

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 1/10

8:50 am-10:40 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Rarotonga

Sun 1/25

1:05 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops30h 34m

$945

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Fri 2/13

7:22 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops29h 23m

Rarotonga

Sun 3/1

1:05 pm-7:16 am

2 stops16h 11m

$946

SeattleRarotonga

SEA - RAR

SEARAR

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 4/10

6:55 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Rarotonga

Sun 4/19

12:45 pm-6:05 am

1 stop14h 20m

$963

SeattleRarotonga

SEA - RAR

SEARAR

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 4/10

6:55 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 4/25

12:25 pm-6:33 am

2 stops39h 08m

$980

SeattleRarotonga

SEA - RAR

SEARAR

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 4/9

5:55 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops56h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 4/25

12:25 pm-6:33 am

2 stops39h 08m

$985

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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 $683). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 November 24, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from USA to Rarotonga by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Rarotonga flights

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Alaska Airlines' Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, enhancing comfort on longer flights.


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Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand's SkyCouch offers a flat bed in economy for long-haul comfort.


Air New Zealand's Business Premier features seats that turn into a bed with memory-foam mattress.

Hawaiian Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines' Extra Comfort offers more legroom and early boarding on international flights.


Hawaiian Airlines provides a free meal in Main Cabin on daytime flights to the US Mainland.

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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 November 24, 2025.
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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

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  • 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, Hawaiian Airlines, and Air New Zealand can get you from USA to Rarotonga in just under 6h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2939 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $568. 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?

  • 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 $683). 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from USA to Rarotonga

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$670Average$1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$760Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,340Average$1,940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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