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Rarotonga

Rarotonga

Cheap flights to Cook Islands from $214 One Way, $475 Round Trip

$475 return flights and $214 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.

Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 4
AKL
Auckland
RAR
Rarotonga
$475 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$475
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Auckland to Rarotonga, returning Wed, Feb 4, priced at $475 found 1 day ago
Mon, Apr 27 - Sun, May 3
AKL
Auckland
RAR
Rarotonga
$477 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$477
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Mon, Apr 27 from Auckland to Rarotonga, returning Sun, May 3, priced at $477 found 3 days ago
Sat, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 21
AKL
Auckland
RAR
Rarotonga
$565 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$565
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Auckland to Rarotonga, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $565 found 5 days ago
Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 11
AKL
Auckland
AIT
Aitutaki
$761 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$761
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, Sep 27 from Auckland to Aitutaki, returning Sun, Oct 11, priced at $761 found 8 hours ago
Sat, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 18
LAX
Los Angeles
RAR
Rarotonga
$947 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$947
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from Los Angeles to Rarotonga, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $947 found 4 hours ago
Fri, Apr 3 - Sun, Apr 19
LAX
Los Angeles
RAR
Rarotonga
$964 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$964
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 3 from Los Angeles to Rarotonga, returning Sun, Apr 19, priced at $964 found 4 days ago
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 16
TUS
Tucson
RAR
Rarotonga
$1,151 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,151
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 1 from Tucson to Rarotonga, returning Sat, May 16, priced at $1,151 found 1 day ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LAXRarotongaDecember 27 to January 11$1,395
SFORarotongaDecember 27 to January 4$2,271
LAXAitutakiDecember 26 to January 1$2,786
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Cook Islands Accommodation Deals

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu Rarotonga
$110 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Jan 3 to Jan 4
$127 total
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
the people who work there amazing will be staying there again . Awesome vibe

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

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Kiikii Inn & Suites

Kiikii Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
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 ...
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Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023

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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (496 reviews)
We stayed here to celebrate my Dad's 70th birthday. Our second time staying at The Rarotongan Beach Resort and Lagoonarium. Absolutely impressed with the full buffet breakfast, this is a complete upgrade from when we last stayed. The staff from front desk, the bar, dining and service staff were so ...

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
$137 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
$158 total
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Staff did a gret job room was re stocked every time

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

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Our Top Cook Islands Apartment Hotels

Muri Beachcomber

Muri Beachcomber

3.5 out of 5
Muri Beach Rarotonga
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (383 reviews)
Very nice view

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

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Te Manava Luxury Villas

Te Manava Luxury Villas

4 out of 5
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
Amazing villa and the staff were so kind.

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

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Coral Sands Apartments

Coral Sands Apartments

3.5 out of 5
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! (85 reviews)
The rooms were clean, and the apartment setup was excellent. The pool was an absolute lifesaver in the Rarotonga heat, and overall, we had a very pleasant stay. We were unaware that air conditioning comes at an additional cost. The owner later informed us that this is stated on the Coral Sands website, ...

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025

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Raina Holiday Accommodation

Raina Holiday Accommodation

3 out of 5
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 (98 reviews)
It totally served the purpose. Clean and tidy, friendly staff, and an excellent location. Not only just over the road from the beach, but a very popular restaurant was only a short walk away. We would go back again to Raina Holiday accommodation.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
$137 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
$158 total
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Staff did a gret job room was re stocked every time

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

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Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu Rarotonga
$110 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Jan 3 to Jan 4
$127 total
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
the people who work there amazing will be staying there again . Awesome vibe

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

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Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort - Adults Only

Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
Aitutaki Lagoon Aitutaki
$1,298 nightly
The price is $1,492 total per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
$1,492 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Aitutaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Very pristine property and friendly staff especially Pati,Luke.Jerry,Nosi, Rose and Mere were extremely helpful

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (496 reviews)
We stayed here to celebrate my Dad's 70th birthday. Our second time staying at The Rarotongan Beach Resort and Lagoonarium. Absolutely impressed with the full buffet breakfast, this is a complete upgrade from when we last stayed. The staff from front desk, the bar, dining and service staff were so ...

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Cook Islands

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Great for families

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (496 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
We stayed here to celebrate my Dad's 70th birthday. Our second time staying at The Rarotongan Beach Resort and Lagoonarium. Absolutely impressed with the full buffet breakfast, this is a complete upgrade from when we last stayed. The staff from front desk, the bar, dining and service staff were so ...

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
$137 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
$158 total
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Staff did a gret job room was re stocked every time

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

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Muri Beachcomber
Great for families

Muri Beachcomber

3.5 out of 5
Muri Beach Rarotonga
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (383 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, kitchenette, babysitting, on the beach

Travelers say...
Very nice view

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

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Lagoon Breeze Villas
Great for families

Lagoon Breeze Villas

3 out of 5
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! (194 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
What a great spot. Rooms were clean and tidy and well maintained. The grounds were immaculate. WiFi is patchy. Other than that, love it. Thanks to the great staff.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

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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 14 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 $475 to $2,786. If you were flying one-way out of Auckland (AKL), you could have bagged fares from just $214.
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.

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

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.