How to find cheap flights to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way flight to Rarotonga Airport is P35,009. A round-trip plane ticket to RAR is currently P54,669.
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To pick up cheap tickets to Avarua, where Rarotonga Airport is located, book seven months before you travel. That's the general recommendation for landing the best deals.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to Avarua by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' filter. This will allow you to view prices for airports closest to your destination and departure points and could help you save money.
Look for plane tickets to Rarotonga Airport that have a stop or two. Taking the scenic route can help you save. Once your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.
Best time to go to Avarua
The cheapest month to board a flight to Avarua is usually June.
If you can be flexible with your dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to RAR.
If you want to experience Avarua at its liveliest, book your flights to RAR for July. Going on holiday during peak periods often means more to do and see than at other times.
The quietest time of the year to go is May. Lock in your plane tickets to Avarua then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
Travelling to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know
Offering direct flights to Rarotonga Airport, these leading airlines make getting to Avarua easy:
Eager to get some rest or simply freshen up after your flight to RAR? These hotels near Rarotonga Airport offer the ideal place to kick back and relax:
Getting to central Avarua from Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
The distance from RAR to central Avarua is about 3 kilometres.
Planning to book a ride-share or drive a car hire to the centre? How much time it'll take will depend on when your flight to RAR arrives. Check ahead for the best route and estimated travel times.
Make every moment in Avarua count by choosing one of these top hotels:
Avarua highlights
Cook Islands National Museum
Put this at the top of your must-visit list after hopping off your flight to Rarotonga Airport. You'll find it around 0.64 kilometres east of the city centre.
Trader's Reef
Always wanted to visit Trader's Reef? Now's your chance. It's about 0.80 kilometres north of central Avarua.
Cook Islands Wildlife Centre
Take a detour to this highlight next. Cook Islands Wildlife Centre is around 2 kilometres west of the centre and is one more key Avarua experience.
Complete your trip with an Avarua car hire
Browse our car rentals in Avarua after you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Rarotonga Airport. All the best offers are in one place, making it easy to compare prices and take off in your dream ride.