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— RAR
18 Mar — 25 Mar1
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Flights to Rarotonga in 2025

Find the latest flights to Rarotonga in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 13 March 2025.

Return from

£1,190

One-way from

£1,392

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

£1,484
23/5-7/6
  • 23/5-7/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 97h 40m total
  • London to Rarotonga
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 24/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 35m total
  • London to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£209 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 13 March 2025.

Fri 23/511:35LGW - RAR
2 stops54h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/609:10RAR - LGW
2 stops43h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3£1,190
Fri 23/522:40LHR - RAR
2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/609:10RAR - LHR
2 stops45h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3£1,228
Mon 1/911:25LHR - RAR
2 stops49h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/923:20RAR - LHR
2 stops43h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/3£1,553
Sun 1/610:15LGW - RAR
2 stops46h 55mSingapore Airlines
Mon 30/623:20RAR - LGW
2 stops44h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/3£1,843
Sun 1/620:35LHR - RAR
2 stops36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Mon 30/623:20RAR - LHR
2 stops43h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/3£1,874
Thu 3/421:10STN - RAR
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/409:10RAR - STN
2 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3£2,019
Mon 4/810:15LGW - RAR
2 stops46h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 16/803:05RAR - LGW
2 stops40h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/3£2,498
Sat 26/410:35LHR - RAR
2 stops39h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/516:00RAR - LHR
2 stops55h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3£2,945

Find flights to Rarotonga within your budget

Locate flights to Rarotonga that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 13 March 2025.

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London

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonRarotonga

LGW - RAR

LGWRAR

London Gatwick

Fri 23/5

11:35-07:15

2 stops54h 40m

Rarotonga

Sat 7/6

09:10-15:10

2 stops43h 00m

£1,190

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Fri 23/5

22:40-07:15

2 stops43h 35m

Rarotonga

Sat 7/6

09:10-17:45

2 stops45h 35m

£1,228

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Mon 1/9

11:25-01:55

2 stops49h 30m

Rarotonga

Mon 8/9

23:20-05:55

2 stops43h 35m

£1,553

LondonRarotonga

LGW - RAR

LGWRAR

London Gatwick

Sun 1/6

10:15-22:10

2 stops46h 55m

Rarotonga

Mon 30/6

23:20-06:25

2 stops44h 05m

£1,843

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Sun 1/6

20:35-22:10

2 stops36h 35m

Rarotonga

Mon 30/6

23:20-05:55

2 stops43h 35m

£1,874

LondonRarotonga

STN - RAR

STNRAR

London Stansted

Thu 3/4

21:10-20:05

2 stops33h 55m

Rarotonga

Sun 6/4

09:10-12:55

2 stops40h 45m

£2,019

LondonRarotonga

LGW - RAR

LGWRAR

London Gatwick

Mon 4/8

10:15-22:10

2 stops46h 55m

Rarotonga

Sat 16/8

03:05-06:25

2 stops40h 20m

£2,498

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

10:35-14:40

2 stops39h 05m

Rarotonga

Sat 3/5

16:00-10:25

2 stops55h 25m

£2,945

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Thu 24/7

13:05-14:40

2 stops36h 35m

£1,397

LondonRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Thu 24/7

12:05-07:15

3 stops54h 10m

£1,591

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Travel insights for flights to Rarotonga

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How long is the flight to Rarotonga?

On average, a flight from London to Rarotonga takes 36 hours 58 minutes. Flights to Rarotonga from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Rarotonga?

The most popular airline flying from London to Rarotonga is Air New Zealand.

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

From £1,612

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rarotonga?

The cheapest airline flying from London to Rarotonga is Air New Zealand.

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 100.0 - 260.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Rarotonga when rainfall is around 100.0 mm.

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 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 22.0 C).

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 13 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand and United Airlines to Rarotonga to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
450 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,623 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

FAQs about flying to Rarotonga

Rarotonga airport overview

Rarotonga International is the main airport for the Cook Islands. Revamped in 2010, the facility is sparkling new, although still quite basic. As the Cook Islands are so remote and there isn’t much air traffic the facility is rarely crowded.

Direct flights to Rarotonga International Airport are available from destinations in Australasia, including Auckland, Christchurch, Sydney and Papeete. Air New Zealand also operates a direct route from Los Angeles, and Air Rarotonga has domestic flights within the Cook Islands from Aitutaki, Atiu, Manihiki, Mauke, Mangaia and Mitiaro.

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

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

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rarotonga if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rarotonga on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rarotonga?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air New Zealand is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rarotonga.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rarotonga depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rarotonga, Manchester offers the quickest one-way flight (32 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Rarotonga have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rarotonga can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rarotonga?

    Yes. Rarotonga has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sharnytas Studio Air Conditioned is the closest property to Rarotonga (0.0 mi away from Rarotonga).

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