How long does it take to fly to Rarotonga?

The flight from United States 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 United States) to Rarotonga (the most popular airport in Rarotonga), then the flight time is 14h 30m on average. If you fly from San Francisco (another popular airport in United States) to Rarotonga, then the average flight time is 16h 35m.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from United States to Rarotonga Airport were last updated today.

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As of October 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Rarotonga Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States 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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4:35 pm - 10:55 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

6h 20mnonstop

12:05 pm - 6:10 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

6h 05mnonstop

$948Alaska Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 19

4:30 pm - 10:45 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

6h 15mnonstop

12:05 pm - 6:15 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

6h 10mnonstop

$948Alaska Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 21

4:35 pm - 10:50 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

6h 15mnonstop

12:05 pm - 6:10 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

6h 05mnonstop

$948Alaska Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 2

4:35 pm - 10:55 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

6h 20mnonstop

12:05 pm - 6:10 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

6h 05mnonstop

$948Alaska Airlines

Fri, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 17

4:35 pm - 10:50 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

6h 15mnonstop

12:05 pm - 6:10 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

6h 05mnonstop

$948Alaska Airlines

Fri, Jan 1 - Sat, Jan 16

4:35 pm - 10:50 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

6h 15mnonstop

12:05 pm - 6:10 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

6h 05mnonstop

$948Alaska Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Dec 26

4:35 pm - 10:55 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

6h 20mnonstop

12:05 pm - 6:10 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

6h 05mnonstop

$949Alaska Airlines

Fri, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 20

4:30 pm - 10:45 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

6h 15mnonstop

12:05 pm - 6:15 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

6h 10mnonstop

$949Alaska Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 21

9:00 pm - 1:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-RAR Rarotonga

19h 40m1 stop Auckland Intl

2:45 pm - 11:25 amRAR Rarotonga-LAX Los Angeles

41h 40m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,335Air New Zealand

Sun, Mar 21 - Sun, Mar 28

11:59 pm - 1:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-RAR Rarotonga

40h 41m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

2:45 pm - 11:25 amRAR Rarotonga-LAX Los Angeles

41h 40m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,372Air New Zealand

Sun, Mar 21 - Sun, Mar 28

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11:55 am - 6:35 amHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

18h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

2:55 pm - 7:40 amRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

16h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,401Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Nov 9

7:35 am - 10:50 pmSFO San Francisco-RAR Rarotonga

18h 15m1 stop Honolulu

2:55 pm - 11:05 amRAR Rarotonga-SFO San Francisco

18h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

$1,822Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Nov 20

7:00 am - 10:50 pmSFO San Francisco-RAR Rarotonga

18h 50m2 stops Lihue Honolulu

2:55 pm - 6:02 pmRAR Rarotonga-SFO San Francisco

25h 07m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$1,859Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Nov 20

7:55 am - 8:10 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

36h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

2:55 pm - 7:40 amRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

16h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$2,413Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Nov 9

10:50 am - 6:35 amHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

19h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

9:40 am - 9:15 amRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

47h 35m3 stops Brisbane Melbourne Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,439Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Nov 9

1:10 pm - 6:35 amHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

41h 25m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

2:55 pm - 7:40 amRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

16h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$2,571Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31

1:10 pm - 6:35 amHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

41h 25m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

2:55 pm - 7:40 amRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

16h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl

$2,581Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31

9:15 am - 1:40 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

28h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

2:55 pm - 9:40 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

30h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$2,964Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Nov 6

9:15 am - 8:10 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

34h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

2:55 pm - 12:45 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

45h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,303Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Nov 6

9:15 am - 8:10 pmHNL Honolulu-RAR Rarotonga

34h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl

2:55 pm - 12:45 pmRAR Rarotonga-HNL Honolulu

45h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,313Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Nov 6

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Qantas Airways flights from United States to Rarotonga

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Nov 15

SEA1:35 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

43h 00m

2 stops

RAR6:35 amRarotonga

Nov 22

RAR9:00 amRarotonga

50h 08m

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SEA1:08 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

$2,062

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Nov 15

SEA2:59 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

41h 36m

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RAR6:35 amRarotonga

Nov 22

RAR9:00 amRarotonga

48h 03m

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SEA11:03 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl

$2,064

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Nov 4

PDX2:50 pmPortland

41h 45m

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RAR6:35 amRarotonga

Nov 18

RAR9:00 amRarotonga

53h 49m

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$2,112

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Oct 23

LAX8:30 amLos Angeles

17h 20m

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RAR10:50 pmRarotonga

Oct 31

RAR12:05 pmRarotonga

14h 55m

1 stop

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

$930

Alaska Airlines

Dec 18

HNL4:35 pmHonolulu

6h 15m

RAR10:50 pmRarotonga

Jan 2

RAR12:05 pmRarotonga

6h 05m

HNL6:10 pmHonolulu

$948

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Dec 4

HNL4:35 pmHonolulu

6h 20m

RAR10:55 pmRarotonga

Dec 19

RAR12:05 pmRarotonga

6h 05m

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$949

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Fri 12/11

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4:35 pm-10:50 pm

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12:05 pm-6:10 pm

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Fri 12/18

4:35 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

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Sat 12/26

12:05 pm-6:10 pm

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$948

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Fri 2/5

4:35 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

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Sat 2/20

12:05 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$949

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HNL Honolulu - RAR Rarotonga

HNLRAR

Honolulu

Fri 11/13

4:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Rarotonga

Sat 11/21

12:05 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

$949

Los AngelesRarotonga

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LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Sun 3/21

9:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Rarotonga

Sun 3/28

2:45 pm-11:25 am

2 stops41h 40m

$1,335

Los AngelesRarotonga

LAX Los Angeles - RAR Rarotonga

LAXRAR

Los Angeles

Sun 3/21

11:59 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops40h 41m

Rarotonga

Sun 3/28

2:45 pm-11:25 am

2 stops41h 40m

$1,372

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga from United States, with most prices found around $905. If you don’t want to visit Rarotonga in January, then you should wait until May to fly from United States, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $949.

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Best Price Found	$513
Fastest flight time	6h 20m
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Airports in Rarotonga	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Rarotonga from United States in the past 72 hours is $513. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to Rarotonga found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $948.

The fastest flight from United States to Rarotonga takes 6h 20m

Direct flights go from United States to Rarotonga on Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in Rarotonga. From United States there are direct flights to Rarotonga (RAR).

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Prices for flights from United States to Rarotonga Airport were last updated today.
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As of October 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Rarotonga Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Rarotonga Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States 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.
What is the most popular plane model from United States to Rarotonga?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from United States to Rarotonga is Airbus A321 (sharklets) (72.92% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 (16.67%), Airbus A321-100/200 (8.33%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (2.08%).

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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,234	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 675 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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