What airlines fly to Rarotonga?

Air New Zealand, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rarotonga from California according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rarotonga. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Rarotonga on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Rarotonga?

Hawaiian Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Rarotonga

How long does it take to fly to Rarotonga?

The flight from California to Rarotonga 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 Rarotonga), then the flight time is 14h 25m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Rarotonga, then the average flight time is 16h 58m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Rarotonga Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Rarotonga Airport refresh daily.

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As of July 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Rarotonga Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Rarotonga Airport?

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 Rarotonga Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rarotonga Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Rarotonga Airport 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 Rarotonga Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:00 am - 10:58 pmLAX-RAR

18h 58m1 stop

12:40 pm - 11:51 pmRAR-LAX

32h 11m2 stops

$937Alaska Airlines

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Sat, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 14

7:00 am - 10:58 pmLAX-RAR

18h 58m1 stop

12:40 pm - 5:00 amRAR-LAX

13h 20m1 stop

$940Alaska Airlines

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Sat, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 14

8:07 am - 10:58 pmLAX-RAR

17h 51m2 stops

9:30 am - 5:00 amRAR-LAX

40h 30m2 stops

$1,211

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20

9:10 pm - 9:10 pmLAX-RAR

27h 00m1 stop

2:05 am - 12:20 pmRAR-LAX

31h 15m1 stop

$1,407Air New Zealand

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Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21

5:41 pm - 7:15 amLAX-RAR

40h 34m2 stops

9:30 am - 11:18 amRAR-LAX

46h 48m2 stops

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9:10 pm - 9:10 pmLAX-RAR

27h 00m1 stop

10:20 pm - 11:02 pmRAR-LAX

45h 42m2 stops

$1,452Air New Zealand

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Thu, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 22

10:45 pm - 8:05 pmLAX-RAR

47h 20m2 stops

9:05 pm - 12:30 pmRAR-LAX

37h 25m2 stops

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Mon, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 10

8:50 pm - 8:05 pmLAX-RAR

49h 15m2 stops

9:05 pm - 6:05 amRAR-LAX

31h 00m2 stops

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6:15 am - 1:40 pmSAN-RAR

33h 25m3 stops

2:55 pm - 6:34 pmRAR-SAN

25h 39m2 stops

$10,597United Airlines

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6:15 am - 1:40 pmSAN-RAR

33h 25m3 stops

2:55 pm - 12:13 amRAR-SAN

31h 18m2 stops

$10,598United Airlines

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Air New Zealand flights from California to Rarotonga

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Air New Zealand

Oct 16

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles

27h 00m

1 stop

RAR9:10 pmRarotonga

Oct 21

RAR2:05 amRarotonga

31h 15m

1 stop

LAX12:20 pmLos Angeles

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Air New Zealand

Oct 16

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles

27h 00m

1 stop

RAR9:10 pmRarotonga

Oct 22

RAR10:20 pmRarotonga

45h 42m

2 stops

LAX11:02 pmLos Angeles

$1,452

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Air New Zealand

Dec 3

LAX12:00 pmLos Angeles

27h 40m

2 stops

RAR1:40 pmRarotonga

Dec 15

RAR2:55 pmRarotonga

27h 05m

2 stops

LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles

$1,471

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Qantas Airways

Dec 1

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

47h 20m

2 stops

RAR8:05 pmRarotonga

Dec 10

RAR9:05 pmRarotonga

37h 25m

2 stops

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

$1,804

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Qantas Airways

Nov 10

LAX8:50 pmLos Angeles

49h 15m

2 stops

RAR8:05 pmRarotonga

Nov 19

RAR9:05 pmRarotonga

31h 00m

2 stops

LAX6:05 amLos Angeles

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Qantas Airways

Oct 13

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

48h 55m

2 stops

RAR8:05 pmRarotonga

Oct 17

RAR9:05 pmRarotonga

53h 55m

2 stops

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

$1,863

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Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

7:00 am-10:58 pm

1 stop18h 58m

Rarotonga

Sun 9/14

12:40 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops32h 11m

$937

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

7:00 am-10:58 pm

1 stop18h 58m

Rarotonga

Sun 9/14

12:40 pm-5:00 am

1 stop13h 20m

$940

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

8:07 am-10:58 pm

2 stops17h 51m

Rarotonga

Sat 9/20

9:30 am-5:00 am

2 stops40h 30m

$1,211

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Thu 10/16

9:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Rarotonga

Tue 10/21

2:05 am-12:20 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$1,407

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

5:41 pm-7:15 am

2 stops40h 34m

Rarotonga

Sat 9/20

9:30 am-11:18 am

2 stops46h 48m

$1,440

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Thu 10/16

9:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Rarotonga

Wed 10/22

10:20 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops45h 42m

$1,452

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Mon 12/1

10:45 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops47h 20m

Rarotonga

Wed 12/10

9:05 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$1,804

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

8:50 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops49h 15m

Rarotonga

Wed 11/19

9:05 pm-6:05 am

2 stops31h 00m

$1,806

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sun 11/9

6:15 am-1:40 pm

3 stops33h 25m

Rarotonga

Sat 11/15

2:55 pm-6:34 pm

2 stops25h 39m

$10,597

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sun 11/9

6:15 am-1:40 pm

3 stops33h 25m

Rarotonga

Sat 11/15

2:55 pm-12:13 am

2 stops31h 18m

$10,598

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga from California, with most prices found around $945. If you don’t want to visit Rarotonga in April, then you should wait until May to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,025.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rarotonga?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Rarotonga from California is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $984. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,020.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rarotonga?

Flying to Rarotonga from California in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $958 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Rarotonga, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,761 per ticket.

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Fastest flight time	14h 25m
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The best one-way flight to Rarotonga from California in the past 72 hours is $573. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Rarotonga found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $937.

The fastest flight from California to Rarotonga takes 14h 25m

There are no direct flights from California to Rarotonga. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Rarotonga Airport, Los Angeles Airport - Rarotonga Airport and Ontario Airport - Rarotonga Airport.

There is 1 airport near Rarotonga: Rarotonga (RAR)

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As of July 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Rarotonga Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Rarotonga Airport?
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 Rarotonga Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rarotonga Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Rarotonga Airport 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 Rarotonga Airport. 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 $744	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $760	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,611 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,343	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 501 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Rarotonga

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga from California, with most prices found around $945. If you don’t want to visit Rarotonga in April, then you should wait until May to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,025.

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