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Avarua.$656 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Jun, returning Wed, 19 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Thu, 13 Jun, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Wed, 19 Jun, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $656, select.
Avarua.$680 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Aug, returning Wed, 21 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Sat, 17 Aug, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Wed, 21 Aug, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $680, select.
Avarua.$710 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Feb, returning Wed, 26 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Wed, 19 Feb, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Wed, 26 Feb, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $710, select.
Avarua.$730 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Dec, returning Fri, 13 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Tue, 10 Dec, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Fri, 13 Dec, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $730, select.
Avarua.$752 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 16 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Tue, 8 Oct, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Wed, 16 Oct, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $752, select.
Avarua.$766 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 May, returning Fri, 7 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Thu, 30 May, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Fri, 7 Jun, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $766, select.
Avarua.$771 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 18 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Tue, 12 Nov, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Mon, 18 Nov, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $771, select.
Avarua.$778 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Jun, returning Mon, 1 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Sat, 22 Jun, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Mon, 1 Jul, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $778, select.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Rarotonga International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Wellington to Rarotonga International flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $1,027
Jun
from $656
Jul
from $897
Aug
from $680
Sep
from $884
Oct
from $752
Nov
from $771
Dec
from $730
Jan
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Feb
from $710
Mar
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Apr
from $905

Wellington to Avarua: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from Wellington to Rarotonga International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Wellington to Rarotonga International is $656. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Wellington to Rarotonga International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $656.
As of May 2024, there are no flights flying from Wellington to Rarotonga International.
The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Rarotonga International is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to Rarotonga International Airport on Thursday, 13 June 2024.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Wellington Airport and Rarotonga International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rarotonga International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rarotonga International is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rarotonga International.

Direct flights from Wellington to Rarotonga

Air New Zealand, Jetstar and Virgin Australia offer flights from Wellington to Rarotonga, but none has a direct service. Most flights make one stop in Auckland on the way to the Cook Islands, although some flights have a second stop.

Flight times vary depending on the length of stopover and can be anywhere between 6 hours and 24 hours.

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Wellington (WLG) information

Wellington Airport has a single terminal for all flights, with a wide range of shops and cafes for passengers to visit while they wait. Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided for all airport visitors, and travellers who regularly visit Wellington Airport may benefit from signing up for the Wildcard programme.

Read Skyscanner's guide to Wellington Airport.

Rarotonga (RAR) information

Rarotonga Airport is relatively small and the journey from the plane to the exits is a short one. After collecting your baggage from the carousels, you can withdraw money from an ATM, pick up a hire car or organise a taxi to your hotel.

Read Skyscanner's guide to Rarotonga Airport.

Transportation to City Centre

Most travellers to Rarotonga stay in the beach resorts around Aroa and Muri. Shuttle services provide transfers to these hotels, with the price depending on the distance and whether you want a private or shared vehicle. A taxi to these areas is likely to cost around NZ$40. Car hire is also available at Rarotonga Airport.

Other important information to note:

Passport and identification requirements – New Zealand citizens can fly to the Cook Islands without a visa, so long as their intended stay is no more than 31 days.

Arriving in time to check-in – For international flights, it's recommended to arrive at Wellington Airport at least three hours before your flight is meant to leave.

Time difference between Wellington and Rarotonga – There aren't many places with a bigger time difference than New Zealand and the Cook Islands. Rarotonga is 22 hours behind Wellington in the winter and 23 hours behind in the summer.

Weather – Rarotonga is by far the warmer location, which is a big part of its attraction. Be aware that during the New Zealand summer, Rarotonga often experiences heavy rainfall.

Expect to pay – Many items in Rarotonga are cheaper than in Wellington, but because of its isolated location, you may find that some specialty products like cheese are more expensive.

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Please note: all information is correct as of June, 2017.


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