How long is the flight from United States to Cook Islands?

The flight from United States 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 San Francisco (a popular airport in United States) to Rarotonga (the most popular airport in Cook Islands), then the flight time is 17h 09m on average. If you fly from Los Angeles (another popular airport in United States) to Rarotonga, then the average flight time is 17h 15m.

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 United States according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 52% 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.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from United States to Cook Islands refresh daily.

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The number of operators available for flights from United States to Cook Islands is 3 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Cook Islands.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cook Islands can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cook Islands. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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4:30 pm - 10:40 pm

HNL

RAR

6h 10mnonstop

1:05 pm - 7:10 pm

RAR

HNL

6h 05mnonstop

$901Hawaiian Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 8

4:30 pm - 10:45 pm

HNL

RAR

6h 15mnonstop

1:05 pm - 7:10 pm

RAR

HNL

6h 05mnonstop

$909Alaska Airlines

Sat, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 5

4:30 pm - 10:45 pm

HNL

RAR

6h 15mnonstop

1:05 pm - 7:10 pm

RAR

HNL

6h 05mnonstop

$910Alaska Airlines

Sat, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 12

8:45 am - 10:45 pm

SAN

RAR

17h 00m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 6:40 am

RAR

SAN

14h 35m

1 stop

$932Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25

8:45 am - 10:45 pm

SAN

RAR

17h 00m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 9:03 pm

RAR

SAN

28h 58m

2 stops

$945Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25

7:00 am - 10:45 pm

LAX

RAR

18h 45m

1 stop

11:05 am - 5:10 am

RAR

LAX

15h 05m

1 stop

$947Alaska Airlines

Fri, Jun 12 - Sat, Jun 27

1:50 pm - 1:40 pm

SFO

RAR

49h 50m

2 stops

2:55 pm - 9:44 pm

RAR

SFO

28h 49m

2 stops

$1,870Air New Zealand

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2

4:06 pm - 2:30 pm

SAN

RAR

25h 24m

2 stops

3:45 pm - 11:46 am

RAR

SAN

41h 01m

2 stops

$1,912Air New Zealand

Sat, May 30 - Sun, Jun 14

7:41 pm - 1:40 pm

DFW

RAR

45h 59m

2 stops

2:55 pm - 9:45 pm

RAR

DFW

26h 50m

2 stops

$10,665United Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 20

7:41 pm - 1:40 pm

DFW

RAR

45h 59m

2 stops

2:55 pm - 9:45 pm

RAR

DFW

26h 50m

2 stops

$10,667United Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 20

Air New Zealand flights from United States to Cook Islands

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Air New Zealand

Mar 8

HNL9:20 amHonolulu

28h 20m

1 stop

RAR1:40 pmRarotonga

Mar 14

RAR2:55 pmRarotonga

16h 35m

1 stop

HNL7:30 amHonolulu

$1,302

Air New Zealand

May 1

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles

26h 55m

1 stop

RAR9:05 pmRarotonga

May 13

RAR3:45 pmRarotonga

18h 35m

1 stop

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles

$1,319

Air New Zealand

Apr 14

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

19h 20m

1 stop

RAR2:30 pmRarotonga

Apr 25

RAR10:15 pmRarotonga

36h 05m

1 stop

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles

$1,328

Alaska Airlines flights from United States to Cook Islands

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Alaska Airlines

Apr 4

HNL4:30 pmHonolulu

6h 15m

RAR10:45 pmRarotonga

Apr 5

RAR1:05 pmRarotonga

6h 05m

HNL7:10 pmHonolulu

$909

Alaska Airlines

Apr 4

HNL4:30 pmHonolulu

6h 15m

RAR10:45 pmRarotonga

Apr 12

RAR1:05 pmRarotonga

6h 05m

HNL7:10 pmHonolulu

$910

Alaska Airlines

May 8

LAX10:00 amLos Angeles

15h 50m

1 stop

RAR10:50 pmRarotonga

May 23

RAR11:05 amRarotonga

14h 55m

1 stop

LAX5:00 amLos Angeles

$942

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HonoluluRarotonga

HNL - RAR

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Honolulu

Sat 1/31

4:30 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Rarotonga

Sun 2/8

1:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$901

HonoluluRarotonga

HNL - RAR

HNLRAR

Honolulu

Sat 4/4

4:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 4/5

1:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$909

HonoluluRarotonga

HNL - RAR

HNLRAR

Honolulu

Sat 4/4

4:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 4/12

1:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$910

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 4/18

8:45 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Rarotonga

Sat 4/25

1:05 pm-6:40 am

1 stop14h 35m

$932

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 4/18

8:45 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Rarotonga

Sat 4/25

1:05 pm-9:03 pm

2 stops28h 58m

$945

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX - RAR

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Fri 6/12

7:00 am-10:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/27

11:05 am-5:10 am

1 stop15h 05m

$947

San FranciscoRarotonga

SFO - RAR

SFORAR

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

1:50 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops49h 50m

Rarotonga

Mon 3/2

2:55 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops28h 49m

$1,870

San DiegoRarotonga

SAN - RAR

SANRAR

San Diego

Sat 5/30

4:06 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops25h 24m

Rarotonga

Sun 6/14

3:45 pm-11:46 am

2 stops41h 01m

$1,912

DallasRarotonga

DFW - RAR

DFWRAR

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 2/16

7:41 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops45h 59m

Rarotonga

Fri 2/20

2:55 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$10,665

DallasRarotonga

DFW - RAR

DFWRAR

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 2/16

7:41 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops45h 59m

Rarotonga

Fri 2/20

2:55 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$10,667

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The fastest flight from United States to Cook Islands takes 6h 15m

Direct flights go from United States to Cook Islands on Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 6 airports in Cook Islands. From United States there are direct flights to Rarotonga (RAR).

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The number of operators available for flights from United States to Cook Islands is 3 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Cook Islands.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cook Islands?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cook Islands can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cook Islands. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from United States to Cook Islands?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between United States and Cook Islands, the leading plane model is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321, making up 50.00% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321-100/200 with 31.58%, Airbus A321 (sharklets) with 15.79%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 2.63%.

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Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $670	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,805 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 8.0 577 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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