$288 Cheap flights to Cook Islands

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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 $288 One Way, $526 Round Trip

$526 return flights and $288 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.

Thu, Jul 15 - Sun, Jul 18

SYD

Sydney

RAR

Rarotonga

$526

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 3

SYD

Sydney

RAR

Rarotonga

$768

Roundtrip

found 21 hours ago

Fri, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 12

SYD

Sydney

RAR

Rarotonga

$828

Roundtrip

found 9 hours ago

Fri, Jul 23 - Fri, Jul 30

SYD

Sydney

RAR

Rarotonga

$838

Roundtrip

just found

Thu, Jul 15 - Sun, Jul 18

WSI

Sydney

RAR

Rarotonga

$860

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Fri, Jan 1 - Sat, Jan 9

SFO

San Francisco

RAR

Rarotonga

$988

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31

LAX

Los Angeles

RAR

Rarotonga

$988

Roundtrip

found 5 hours ago

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31

LAX

Los Angeles

RAR

Rarotonga

$1,005

Roundtrip

found 5 hours ago

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 12

SEA

Seattle

RAR

Rarotonga

$1,005

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 9

PAE

Seattle

RAR

Rarotonga

$1,378

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Thu, Apr 1 - Sat, Apr 10

LAX

Los Angeles

AIT

Aitutaki

$1,405

Roundtrip

found 2 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
AKL	Rarotonga	October 16 to October 24	$670
SYD	Rarotonga	October 18 to October 25	$880
SFO	Rarotonga	October 16 to October 24	$988
LAX	Rarotonga	October 16 to October 24	$988

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Ara Tapu Rarotonga

$102 nightly

$120 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

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 Arai-Te-Tonga ...

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! (576 reviews)

"A great place for a family holiday with all you need. Restaurant was top notch for breakfast with something for everyone. Beachside room was basic for the price but quiet most of the time. Beach next door was a better option for us as a busy time of year in August and hotel beachfront very busy with ..."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Avarua Rarotonga

$143 nightly

$168 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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! (1,003 reviews)

"Wonderful spot, less windy than other areas, close to airport, cocktails and beer cards a must, breakfast box for early checkout. Beach front room amazing, very pleased we paid a little more for the view off the balcony. Restaurant food was amazing. Staff always helpful and friendly. Highly recommend ..."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 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! (414 reviews)

"We really enjoyed our stay in early October. The sea view rooms are well positioned for views but also catch the prevailing SE winds at that time of year. The rooms are spacious with comfortable bed and kitchenette. The pool is sheltered so is lovely to sit around but is unheated so too cold for ..."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 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! (83 reviews)

"3 bedroom pool villa was great for our family. We had 6 in this villa and 2 others in a pool villa having our own private pool was good send with the kids. Ana the host was also great. She was checking in with us everyday to see if we needed anything or help booking activities or restaurants or needing ..."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 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! (103 reviews)

"Our stay at Coral Sands exceeded our expectations. It was very comfortable and spotlessly clean. We will be back 😄"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 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 (102 reviews)

"A great location with the lagoon and beach directly across the road. Food and drink is a walking distance to Charlie's. Spacious and clean rooms, good wifi."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Avarua Rarotonga

$143 nightly

$168 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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! (1,003 reviews)

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Ara Tapu Rarotonga

$102 nightly

$120 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

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! (576 reviews)

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

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Resort Tava'e

Amuri Aitutaki

$275 nightly

$316 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach resort in Aitutaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Maungapu and Arutanga Harbour are located ...

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! (576 reviews)

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

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Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Avarua Rarotonga

$143 nightly

$168 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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! (1,003 reviews)

Reviewed on Oct 9, 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! (414 reviews)

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

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Reviewed on Oct 5, 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! (214 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"We had a fabulous stay in a two bedroom villa. Complex is great with a continental breakfast included. A short walk across the road to a beautiful beach with kayaks, snorkel equipment available to use free of charge. Staff were wonderful and facilities great. The rosters in adjoining property can ..."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Cook Islands?

You can search, compare and book flights from 21 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 $526 to $1,405. If you were flying one-way out of Sydney (SYD), you could have bagged fares from just $288.

How to book the cheapest flight to Cook Islands?

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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.
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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.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

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$288 Cheap flights to Cook Islands

Top places to visit in Cook Islands

Rarotonga

Aitutaki

Tekopua

Cheap flights to Cook Islands from $288 One Way, $526 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

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

Resort Tava'e

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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Avoid Check-In Hassles When Traveling On Flights to Cook Islands

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