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

Hawaiian 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 Los Angeles (a popular airport in California) to Rarotonga (the most popular airport in Cook Islands), then the flight time is 15h 50m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Rarotonga, then the average flight time is 17h.

What airlines fly to Cook Islands?

Alaska Airlines, Air New Zealand and Hawaiian 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 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cook Islands. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cook Islands on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 3 as of February 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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8:45 am - 10:45 pm

SAN

RAR

17h 00m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 6:40 am

RAR

SAN

14h 35m

1 stop

$949Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, May 2

7:00 am - 10:45 pm

LAX

RAR

17h 45m

1 stop

1:00 pm - 5:00 am

RAR

LAX

14h 00m

1 stop

$950Alaska Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Sun, Mar 1

8:25 am - 10:45 pm

SFO

RAR

17h 20m

1 stop

11:05 am - 6:00 am

RAR

SFO

15h 55m

1 stop

$951Alaska Airlines

Fri, Jul 31 - Sat, Aug 8

8:41 am - 10:45 pm

ONT

RAR

16h 04m

1 stop

1:00 pm - 10:15 pm

RAR

ONT

31h 15m

1 stop

$967Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Sun, Mar 1

8:56 pm - 10:45 pm

LAX

RAR

28h 49m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 6:55 am

RAR

LAX

14h 50m

1 stop

$967Alaska Airlines

Fri, Apr 3 - Sun, Apr 19

7:42 pm - 10:45 pm

SFO

RAR

30h 03m

1 stop

11:05 am - 6:00 am

RAR

SFO

15h 55m

1 stop

$968Alaska Airlines

Thu, Jul 30 - Sat, Aug 8

10:10 pm - 2:30 pm

LAX

RAR

19h 20m

1 stop

10:15 pm - 1:20 pm

RAR

LAX

36h 05m

1 stop

$1,283Air New Zealand

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 16

11:01 am - 9:05 pm

SAN

RAR

37h 04m

2 stops

3:45 pm - 11:59 pm

RAR

SAN

29h 14m

2 stops

$1,663Air New Zealand

Mon, Apr 20 - Fri, May 8

1:40 pm - 1:40 pm

ONT

RAR

27h 00m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 5:47 pm

RAR

ONT

24h 02m

2 stops

$10,546United Airlines

Sat, Mar 21 - Sat, Mar 28

1:50 pm - 1:40 pm

ONT

RAR

49h 50m

2 stops

2:55 pm - 5:41 pm

RAR

ONT

24h 46m

2 stops

$10,566United Airlines

Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 20

Air New Zealand flights from California to Cook Islands

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Air New Zealand

Feb 8

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

20h 35m

1 stop

RAR1:40 pmRarotonga

Feb 15

RAR2:55 pmRarotonga

18h 20m

1 stop

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles

$1,271

Air New Zealand

May 3

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

19h 20m

1 stop

RAR2:30 pmRarotonga

May 16

RAR10:15 pmRarotonga

36h 05m

1 stop

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles

$1,283

Air New Zealand

Apr 29

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

25h 55m

1 stop

RAR9:05 pmRarotonga

May 6

RAR3:45 pmRarotonga

18h 35m

1 stop

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles

$1,302

United Airlines flights from California to Cook Islands

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United Airlines

Feb 4

SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco

19h 50m

1 stop

RAR1:40 pmRarotonga

Feb 8

RAR2:55 pmRarotonga

18h 10m

1 stop

SFO11:05 amSan Francisco

$10,432

United Airlines

Feb 4

SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco

26h 15m

2 stops

RAR1:40 pmRarotonga

Feb 8

RAR2:55 pmRarotonga

18h 10m

1 stop

SFO11:05 amSan Francisco

$10,436

United Airlines

Feb 4

SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco

26h 15m

2 stops

RAR1:40 pmRarotonga

Feb 8

RAR2:55 pmRarotonga

28h 49m

2 stops

SFO9:44 pmSan Francisco

$10,446

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Sat 4/18

8:45 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/2

1:05 pm-6:40 am

1 stop14h 35m

$949

Los AngelesRarotonga

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LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Sat 2/14

7:00 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Rarotonga

Sun 3/1

1:00 pm-5:00 am

1 stop14h 00m

$950

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SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Fri 7/31

8:25 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Rarotonga

Sat 8/8

11:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop15h 55m

$951

OntarioRarotonga

ONT - RAR

ONTRAR

Ontario

Sat 2/14

8:41 am-10:45 pm

1 stop16h 04m

Rarotonga

Sun 3/1

1:00 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$967

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Fri 4/3

8:56 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop28h 49m

Rarotonga

Sun 4/19

1:05 pm-6:55 am

1 stop14h 50m

$967

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Thu 7/30

7:42 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop30h 03m

Rarotonga

Sat 8/8

11:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop15h 55m

$968

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Sun 5/3

10:10 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Rarotonga

Sat 5/16

10:15 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop36h 05m

$1,283

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Mon 4/20

11:01 am-9:05 pm

2 stops37h 04m

Rarotonga

Fri 5/8

3:45 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 14m

$1,663

OntarioRarotonga

ONT - RAR

ONTRAR

Ontario

Sat 3/21

1:40 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Rarotonga

Sat 3/28

2:45 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops24h 02m

$10,546

OntarioRarotonga

ONT - RAR

ONTRAR

Ontario

Fri 2/13

1:50 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops49h 50m

Rarotonga

Fri 2/20

2:55 pm-5:41 pm

2 stops24h 46m

$10,566

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cook Islands?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cook Islands from California, with most prices found around $945. If you don’t want to visit Cook Islands in April, then you should wait until May to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $947.

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The fastest flight from California to Cook Islands takes 15h 40m

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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 3 as of February 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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Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $670	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,831 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $784	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,830 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,234	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 578 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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