$139 Cheap flights to Cook Islands

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Top places to visit in Cook Islands

A wooden pier extending into turquoise waters, supported by wooden pillars, with palm trees and a clear sky in the background.

Rarotonga

A tropical island with turquoise waters and a clear sky.

Aitutaki

A turquoise beach with people swimming and sunbathing.

Tekopua

Cheap flights to Cook Islands from $139 One Way, $414 Round Trip

$414 return flights and $139 one-way flights to Cook Islands were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Mar 3 - Fri, Mar 5

RAR

Rarotonga

AIT

Aitutaki

$414

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

RAR

Rarotonga

AIT

Aitutaki

$416

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Fri, Feb 26 - Fri, Mar 5

RAR

Rarotonga

AIT

Aitutaki

$417

Roundtrip

found 5 hours ago

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

RAR

Rarotonga

AIT

Aitutaki

$418

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Sat, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 18

AKL

Auckland

RAR

Rarotonga

$457

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 25

AKL

Auckland

RAR

Rarotonga

$502

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Fri, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 23

HNL

Oahu

RAR

Rarotonga

$645

Roundtrip

found 16 hours ago

Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 23

SEA

Seattle

RAR

Rarotonga

$661

Roundtrip

found 13 hours ago

Fri, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 23

SFO

San Francisco

RAR

Rarotonga

$661

Roundtrip

found 9 hours ago

Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Feb 6

LAX

Los Angeles

RAR

Rarotonga

$661

Roundtrip

found 2 hours ago

Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Feb 6

LAX

Los Angeles

RAR

Rarotonga

$678

Roundtrip

found 2 hours ago

Fri, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 23

PAE

Seattle

RAR

Rarotonga

$678

Roundtrip

found 13 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
AKL	Rarotonga	August 15 to August 18	$457
SYD	Rarotonga	August 16 to August 23	$697
LAX	Rarotonga	August 14 to August 22	$1,477
SFO	Rarotonga	August 14 to August 26	$1,597

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Ara Tapu Rarotonga

$137 nightly

$158 total

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)

"We had a great room at the end with a view of the pool as well as the sea. Was very comfortable."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Kiikii Inn & Suites

Ara Tapu Rarotonga

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Beachcomber Pearl ...

7.6/10 Good! (82 reviews)

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Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023

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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (558 reviews)

"We really enjoyed our stay, especially with amazing snorkelling right off the beach on the resort."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Avarua Rarotonga

$216 nightly

$249 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)

"We enjoyed our stay here as it was within our price range. The free buffet breakfast consists of fruit, cereal, cakes & muffins, yoghurts and bread for toasting along with tea, coffee and juice. It was fine for us but other people were complaining about having to pay for a cooked breakfast. Its a ..."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top Cook Islands Apartment Hotels

Muri Beachcomber

Muri Beach Rarotonga

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (407 reviews)

"We enjoyed our stay at Muri Beachcomber and can reco.mend it for its closeness to the ocean, great walks along the beach, close to restaurants and night market next door. Sadly for myself and my husband we were unable to manage the steps down to the beach so would choose a close walk next time but ..."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2026

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Te Manava Luxury Villas

Avarua Rarotonga

Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Matutu Brewing Company ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)

"Excellent location - a short walk to the Nuri night markets, which you can do along the beach. We were met personally by the manager Ana who explained everything to us, and checked in during our stay to make sure we had enough coffee, towels, etc. Very good amenities in the rooms. Highly ..."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

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Coral Sands Apartments

Main Road Rarotonga

Book a stay at this beach apartment in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Highland Paradise ...

9/10 Wonderful! (98 reviews)

"We had issues with regards to payment going through 30 days prior. Communication was sporadic and initiated by me. Finally had to do internet transfer then a couple of days before arrival a stern email asking for payment. Sent receipt of payment and received email apologising but this left a “bad ..."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

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Raina Holiday Accommodation

Akapauo, Titikaveka, South East Rarotonga

Stay at this hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Tikioki Beach are ...

6.8/10 (100 reviews)

"Raina is very conveniently located opposite a great snorkeling spot (Fruits of Raratonga). and 200m from Charlies - a great place to eat and relax and gaze out over the lagoon. The gardens are lovely and lush with beautiful plants and flowers and there are loungers to relax on. Bus stop just outside. ..."

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Avarua Rarotonga

$216 nightly

$249 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

The Islander Hotel

Main Road Rarotonga

$177 nightly

$204 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

8/10 Very Good! (627 reviews)

"We had a fantastic stay at The Islander Hotel Rarotonga and couldn't have chosen a better place. The location is perfect—just a few minutes from the airport and close to everything you need, making it incredibly convenient for exploring the island. One of the highlights was the beachfront restaurant. ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (558 reviews)

"We really enjoyed our stay, especially with amazing snorkelling right off the beach on the resort."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

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Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Ara Tapu Rarotonga

$137 nightly

$158 total

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)

"We had a great room at the end with a view of the pool as well as the sea. Was very comfortable."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Cook Islands

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (558 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, kids club, playground, game room

Travelers say...

"We really enjoyed our stay, especially with amazing snorkelling right off the beach on the resort."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Avarua Rarotonga

$216 nightly

$249 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Muri Beachcomber

Muri Beach Rarotonga

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (407 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, kitchenette, babysitting, close to beach

Travelers say...

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2026

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Lagoon Breeze Villas

Aroa Beach, Beach Road, Arorangi Rarotonga

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, playground, babysitting, close to beach

Travelers say...

"It was a great stay for a week in a quiet, clean and roomy 1 bedroom villa. The staff were friendly and helpful, the grounds were well cared for and the breakfast was delicious. We borrowed a kayak and life jackets, all in good order and complimentary. You should definitely stay here. (3 adults from ..."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

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Cook Islands

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Cook Islands?

You can search, compare and book flights from 24 airlines offering services to Cook Islands. So fasten your seat belt. Your flight to Rarotonga Intl. Airport (RAR) is ready for boarding with one of these top carriers:

Air New Zealand - 17 flights to Cook Islands per month
Jetstar - 3 flights to Cook Islands per month

How much is a flight to Cook Islands?

The cost for a return flight to Cook Islands this week ranged from $414 to $1,597. If you were flying one-way out of Auckland (AKL), you could have bagged fares from just $139.

How to book the cheapest flight to Cook Islands?

Using Orbitz, you'll find some of the most affordable flight deals around from a wide selection of airlines. But if you're eager to heighten your chances of picking up cheap flights to Cook Islands, here are a few tips to bear in mind:

Depending on where you're coming from, choose the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival options). Oftentimes, other departure points work out cheaper.
If your travel plans aren't written in stone, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to check out the flight deals for a selection of departure dates. If you find a suitable cheaper fare, go with it.
To refine your results, hit 'Show options.' You can search based on seating class, airlines, nonstop flights and refundable flights. You can also select your preferred departure and arrival times under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
If you know your travel dates, get booking. Prices usually get more expensive as the departure date nears.
Save more on your trip by combining your flights, hotels and car rental into a package with Orbitz. Your bank account will thank you.
If you can, don't travel during the busy season. Airfares soar during summer, school breaks and other vacation periods like Easter and Thanksgiving.

What is the best time to book a flight to Cook Islands?

Book your flights to Cook Islands in January. This is the perfect time of the year for bargain prices, followed by February and August. Catch cheap flights and enjoy your dream getaway with Orbitz.

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Cook Islands?

Make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Typically, these are the cheapest days of the week to purchase seats to Cook Islands. The vacation of your dreams starts with a terrific flight deal!

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Cook Islands?

Look into leaving early in the week if you want to score cheap flights to Cook Islands. Orbitz data from 2020 shows Monday is normally the most affordable day to start your trip, followed by Tuesday. Saturdays were shown to have the most expensive ticket prices. This is probably because many travelers prefer to start their escape when the weekend rolls around.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cook Islands?

If you're flexible with your travel plans, think about jetting off during August. Orbitz data shows that this is generally the best month to travel if you're after cheap flights to Cook Islands. As you would imagine, fares climb in the busy month of June and flights get snapped up quickly.

Which airlines allow free cancellation?

If you suspect your travel plans may change, Orbitz can help you lock in a flexible fare. All you need to do is select "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your perfect flight. We'll show you carriers that include free cancellation within 24 hours and no change fees — all on top of our awesome low prices.

What do I need for the flight to Cook Islands?

The trick to having a seamless flying experience is to come prepared. Below are some tips to bear in mind before you depart:

In all cases you'll need a form of identification. How much? This depends on where you're flying from. When reserving your flight tickets, you are encouraged to type in the same name, gender and birth date as indicated on your government-issued ID.
Take a good book or a laptop crammed with your favorite TV shows — it'll help to pass time on your journey to Cook Islands. Or if you'd prefer to enjoy a nap, an eye mask will shield you from those bright cabin lights.
Cabin temperatures can change rapidly, so it's wise to dress in comfortable layers. Consider compression socks too. They can help prevent your legs from getting achy.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Cook Islands?

There are ways of booking business or first-class airfares to Cook Islands that won't burn a hole through your wallet. Bag a seat in the pointy end of the plane for less with these great tips:

Flexibility isn't just a yoga thing. Have some room to move around your travel dates so you can snap up more affordable airfares when a big sale drops.
Plenty of budget airlines have quality business or premium-class seating without the pricey fees.
Make a bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you put down a price for a seat at the front of the plane. You may also be able to upgrade with points earned through a flight rewards program.

What is the best time to go to Cook Islands?

Arrange your trip for March, April and May. These are very popular months to travel to Cook Islands. Starting December 1, the summer climate makes this destination truly shine. Temperatures normally range from 80 ºF at night to 80 ºF during the day at this time of year.

Travel tips for Cook Islands

Cook Islands has dozens of amazing attractions and Sydney Opera House is one of them. Pick up the keys to a car rental and cruise there at your own speed.
If you love the fun and action of major cities, kick off your adventure in Rarotonga. This bustling destination is the first stop for many tourists to the region.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

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$139 Cheap flights to Cook Islands

Top places to visit in Cook Islands

Rarotonga

Aitutaki

Tekopua

Cheap flights to Cook Islands from $139 One Way, $414 Round Trip

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Cook Islands Accommodation Deals

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Kiikii Inn & Suites

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Our Top Cook Islands Apartment Hotels

Muri Beachcomber

Te Manava Luxury Villas

Coral Sands Apartments

Raina Holiday Accommodation

Score Epic Cook Islands Accommodation Deals

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Islander Hotel

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Family Friendly Hotels in Cook Islands

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Muri Beachcomber

Lagoon Breeze Villas

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Compact

Midsize

SUV

Cook Islands

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