What airlines fly to Cook Islands?

Alaska Airlines, Air New Zealand and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cook Islands from California according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cook Islands. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Cook Islands on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Cook Islands?

Alaska Airlines and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from California to Cook Islands

How long is the flight from California to Cook Islands?

The flight from California to Cook Islands depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Ontario (a popular airport in California) to Rarotonga (the most popular airport in Cook Islands), then the flight time is 16h 10m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Rarotonga, then the average flight time is 17h 19m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Cook Islands?

Prices for flights from California to Cook Islands are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Cook Islands?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Cook Islands is 4 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Cook Islands?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Cook Islands.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cook Islands?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cook Islands may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cook Islands. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:25 am - 10:50 pm

SFO

RAR

17h 25m

1 stop

11:05 am - 7:31 am

RAR

SFO

17h 26m

1 stop

$973Alaska Airlines

Fri, May 29 - Sat, Jun 13

8:40 am - 10:54 pm

LAX

RAR

17h 14m

1 stop

12:05 pm - 5:00 am

RAR

LAX

13h 55m

1 stop

$973Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

10:00 am - 10:50 pm

LAX

RAR

15h 50m

1 stop

11:05 am - 8:11 am

RAR

LAX

18h 06m

1 stop

$977Alaska Airlines

Fri, May 29 - Sat, Jun 6

7:55 pm - 10:50 pm

SFO

RAR

29h 55m

1 stop

11:05 am - 7:31 am

RAR

SFO

17h 26m

1 stop

$985Alaska Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Sat, Jun 13

6:30 pm - 10:50 pm

SAN

RAR

31h 20m

2 stops

11:05 am - 7:20 am

RAR

SAN

17h 15m

2 stops

$989Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Sat, Jun 13

7:05 pm - 4:20 pm

LAX

AIT

23h 15m

2 stops

10:10 am - 11:15 am

AIT

LAX

23h 05m

2 stops

$1,675Air New Zealand

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

7:05 pm - 4:20 pm

LAX

AIT

23h 15m

2 stops

10:10 am - 3:35 pm

AIT

LAX

27h 25m

3 stops

$1,836Air New Zealand

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

6:39 pm - 2:30 pm

ONT

RAR

22h 51m

2 stops

3:45 pm - 10:37 pm

RAR

ONT

27h 52m

2 stops

$10,540United Airlines

Sun, May 24 - Thu, May 28

9:01 am - 2:30 pm

ONT

RAR

32h 29m

2 stops

3:45 pm - 10:59 pm

RAR

ONT

28h 14m

2 stops

$10,541United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 24

4:36 pm - 7:20 am

STS

RAR

41h 44m

2 stops

9:00 am - 6:30 pm

RAR

STS

30h 30m

2 stops

$13,866Qantas Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 4

Alaska Airlines flights from California to Cook Islands

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Alaska Airlines

May 29

SFO8:25 amSan Francisco

17h 25m

1 stop

RAR10:50 pmRarotonga

Jun 13

RAR11:05 amRarotonga

17h 26m

1 stop

SFO7:31 amSan Francisco

$973

Alaska Airlines

May 29

LAX10:00 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

15h 50m

1 stop

RAR10:50 pmRarotonga

Jun 6

RAR11:05 amRarotonga

18h 06m

1 stop

LAX8:11 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$977

Alaska Airlines

Jun 4

SFO7:55 pmSan Francisco

29h 55m

1 stop

RAR10:50 pmRarotonga

Jun 13

RAR11:05 amRarotonga

17h 26m

1 stop

SFO7:31 amSan Francisco

$985

Air New Zealand flights from California to Cook Islands

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Air New Zealand

Oct 28

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

19h 30m

1 stop

RAR1:40 pmRarotonga

Nov 7

RAR9:20 pmRarotonga

35h 55m

1 stop

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$1,396

Air New Zealand

Nov 3

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

23h 15m

2 stops

AIT4:20 pmAitutaki

Nov 10

AIT10:10 amAitutaki

23h 05m

2 stops

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$1,675

Air New Zealand

Nov 3

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

23h 15m

2 stops

AIT4:20 pmAitutaki

Nov 10

AIT10:10 amAitutaki

27h 25m

3 stops

LAX3:35 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$1,836

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San Francisco

Fri 5/29

8:25 am-10:50 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/13

11:05 am-7:31 am

1 stop17h 26m

$973

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Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 10/9

8:40 am-10:54 pm

1 stop17h 14m

Rarotonga

Sat 10/17

12:05 pm-5:00 am

1 stop13h 55m

$973

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/29

10:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/6

11:05 am-8:11 am

1 stop18h 06m

$977

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Thu 6/4

7:55 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/13

11:05 am-7:31 am

1 stop17h 26m

$985

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Thu 6/4

6:30 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/13

11:05 am-7:20 am

2 stops17h 15m

$989

Los AngelesAitutaki

LAX - AIT

LAXAIT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 11/3

7:05 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Aitutaki

Tue 11/10

10:10 am-11:15 am

2 stops23h 05m

$1,675

Los AngelesAitutaki

LAX - AIT

LAXAIT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 11/3

7:05 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Aitutaki

Tue 11/10

10:10 am-3:35 pm

3 stops27h 25m

$1,836

OntarioRarotonga

ONT - RAR

ONTRAR

Ontario

Sun 5/24

6:39 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops22h 51m

Rarotonga

Thu 5/28

3:45 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops27h 52m

$10,540

OntarioRarotonga

ONT - RAR

ONTRAR

Ontario

Fri 9/11

9:01 am-2:30 pm

2 stops32h 29m

Rarotonga

Thu 9/24

3:45 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops28h 14m

$10,541

Santa RosaRarotonga

STS - RAR

STSRAR

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Mon 8/31

4:36 pm-7:20 am

2 stops41h 44m

Rarotonga

Fri 9/4

9:00 am-6:30 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$13,866

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cook Islands?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cook Islands from California, with most prices found around $663. If you don’t want to visit Cook Islands in May, then you should wait until October to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $670.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Cook Islands?
Prices for flights from California to Cook Islands are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Cook Islands?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Cook Islands is 4 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Cook Islands?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Cook Islands.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cook Islands?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cook Islands may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cook Islands. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Cook Islands

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Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $663	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,837 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $670	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,354 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $810	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,234	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 642 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Cook Islands from California which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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