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£1,611+ Cheap flights to the Cook Islands

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Flights to Cook Islands in 2024

Find the latest flights to Cook Islands in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 1,021,687 searches and data was last updated on 29 October 2024.

Return from

£1,611

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,752
11/11-25/11
  • 11/11-25/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 35m total
  • London to Rarotonga
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in October 2024

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Cheapest flights to Cook Islands
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cook Islands. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 October 2024.

Mon 11/1112:35LHR - RAR
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/1114:55RAR - LHR
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10£1,611
Fri 6/1210:55LHR - RAR
2 stops36h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/1202:15RAR - LHR
2 stops49h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 28/10£2,138
Fri 6/1209:25LGW - RAR
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1223:30RAR - LGW
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10£2,358
Mon 11/1120:10LHR - RAR
3 stops57h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 25/1121:10RAR - LHR
3 stops47h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/10£8,362

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Locate flights to Cook Islands that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 1,021,687 searches and data was last updated on 29 October 2024.

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London HeathrowRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Mon 11/11

2 stops35h 05m

Rarotonga

Mon 25/11

2 stops35h 30m

£1,611

London HeathrowRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Fri 6/12

2 stops36h 45m

Rarotonga

Sat 7/12

2 stops49h 15m

£2,138

London GatwickRarotonga

LGW - RAR

LGWRAR

London Gatwick

Fri 6/12

2 stops38h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/12

3 stops32h 20m

£2,358

London HeathrowRarotonga

LHR - RAR

LHRRAR

London Heathrow

Mon 11/11

3 stops57h 55m

Rarotonga

Mon 25/11

3 stops47h 05m

£8,362

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 28/10

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Travel insights for flights to Cook Islands

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How long is the flight to Cook Islands?

On average, a flight from London to Cook Islands takes 41 hours 8 minutes. Flights to Cook Islands 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 cheapest airlines that fly to Cook Islands?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Cook Islands are Batik Air, Etihad Airways and China Eastern.

Rainfall in Cook Islands by month

Plan your trip to Cook Islands by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cook Islands 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 Cook Islands when rainfall is around 100.0 mm.

Temperature in Cook Islands by month

Plan your trip to Cook Islands by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cook Islands, 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 Cook Islands

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cook Islands. 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 Cook Islands. Reviews last updated 29 October 2024.
8.1
Very Good
536 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice unfortunately food sucks especially when you require a vegetarian with dairy and get a vegan meal- they need improvement in that area.

8.1
Very Good
536 reviews
8.1
Very Good
536 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice unfortunately food sucks especially when you require a vegetarian with dairy and get a vegan meal- they need improvement in that area.

7.6
Good
834 reviews
8.1
Very Good
536 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice unfortunately food sucks especially when you require a vegetarian with dairy and get a vegan meal- they need improvement in that area.

Fifteen islands in the South Pacific Ocean make up the Cook Islands: a self-governing country closely tied to New Zealand. The Polynesian lifestyle on these islands – a calm and carefree way of living, with a backdrop of blue skies, white sand and warm seas – keeps travellers booking flights to the Cook Islands every year.

Indeed, the country thrives on tourism. It is the leading economic industry, followed by offshore banking, pearls, marine and fruit exports. The country welcomes on average 90,000 visitors a year to the capital island of Rarotonga. It’s here that tourists stop and relax before heading off on snorkelling adventures, hiking the mountains or simply sunbathing on the white sand beaches.

The weather in the Cook Islands is pleasant year-round, but it’s likely to rain often. However, this shouldn’t deter travelers from booking Cook Islands flights. The weather is warm and sunny and the rain, although imminent, is not terribly harsh.

Cook Islands climate

You’ll be hard pressed to find a bad time to visit the Cook Islands. The weather is nice all year long and the temperature averages 28 degrees.

Getting around Cook Islands

The quickest way to get between the 15 islands is flying. Air Raratonga  has flights between eight of them. If you’re planning on visiting more than one island, buy a pass for discounted fares.

Raratonga is only 32km (20 mile) circumference so there is no real need to hire a car. There is a bus services that loops the island. If you want to travel under your own steam, hiring a scooter is cheaper than a car.

What is good to know if travelling to Cook Islands?

  • Raratonga is the largest island and the arrival point for most tourists. It’s possible to take part in a cross-island trek, hiking through the rainforest in the centre. The trek takes between three and four hours and offers stunning views from the summit.
  • The main city on Raratonga is Avarua, capital of the islands. Don’t miss the Saturday market, which starts at 8am. Everything is on sale here, from food to jewellery.
  • North of Raratonga, Aitutaki is the second most visited island. The beaches here are stunning, and more secluded than those on Raratonga. The much-photographed, One Foot Island has the appearance of the perfect beach: arching palm trees stretch out over white sand towards the turquoise sea. Snorkelling from Aitutaki is excellent.
  • A local handicraft in the Cook Islands is Tivaivai, a sewn bed cover, the value of which is said to be determined by how much love and patience was put into its creation.
  • If possible, visit a Sunday Mass while you’re on the islands. This is quite an experience and the singing is amazing. Dress for the occasion – certainly no beach wear or overly casual clothes. Islanders will dress up in their Sunday best for church.
  • To visit some of the best beaches, take a lagoon cruise. You’ll visit areas that are only accessible by water, with no other holidaymakers – except those from your own boat.
  • When is the best time to fly to Cook Islands?

    Peak Season: April through November is the peak season, when temperatures are cooler and there is less rainfall Off Season: Less popular is December through March, however, this is really far from an “off season” as the rainfall is usually only in the afternoon.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cook Islands 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 Cook Islands on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cook Islands?

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

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cook Islands depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cook Islands, London offers the quickest one-way flight (34 hours 40 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 is the closest property to Rarotonga (0.0 mi away from Rarotonga).

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