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Cheap Flights from LAX to RAR starting at $573 One Way, $948 Round Trip

Prices starting at $948 for return flights and $573 for one-way flights to Rarotonga Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hotel Ideas near Rarotonga Intl.

Airport Hotels near Rarotonga Intl.

The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
The price is $168 total per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
$168 total
per night
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (489 reviews)
"Good conveniently placed stay. Bit difficult initially to find entrance to reception from road ( the place just looked like a bar). Good stay overall, nice food and friendly."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

The Islander Hotel
Natura Nikao Beach Villa

Natura Nikao Beach Villa

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach vacation home in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a private beach, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"This is one of the best places we have stayed while on holiday. The villa had everything you needed and more. Very nice thank you 🙂"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Natura Nikao Beach Villa
Red Hibiscus Villas

Red Hibiscus Villas

3 out of 5
Puka Uenga Rd, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star villa in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews)
Everything you need
"Really good value. Everything was new or great condition. The kitchen has an air fryer and electric frying pan. The pool is very nice but as we were so close to Black Rock we mostly swam at the beach. The information provided by the hosts prior to our arrival was very useful. Would definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Red Hibiscus Villas
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.

Hotels In Rarotonga

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is $170 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$170 total
per night
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"A very well run resort indeed so well done,, I will be back 👍"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is $137 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$137 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Was great, sitting watching whales, amenities were good. Everything here that you need"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star 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! (460 reviews)
"The staff. Meli, Sava, Daphne, Tutai, Nga, just the names I remember. The Kids Club staff. ALL THE FRONT OFFICE, RESTAURANT/BAR STAFF, KIDS HUT!!!!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It was a stay to remember - kids loved the pool and everything about the swimming pool. Snorkeling, Paddle boarding, Kayaks... The games around ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
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.

Rarotonga Hotels With Airport Transportation

Aroa Beachside Resort

Aroa Beachside Resort

3.5 out of 5
Arorangi, Rarotonga
The price is $176 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$176 total
per night
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (180 reviews)
"Excellent Location , Great Bar and good music every night . Meals where good and well priced , we will be back.,"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Aroa Beachside Resort
Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Aroa Kainga Bungalows

3 out of 5
Onemaru Road, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach guesthouse in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Good
"A quiet location, near Aroa Beach where snorkeling can be done. The friendly host. Poor breakfast."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Aroa Kainga Bungalows
Avana Waterfront Apartments

Avana Waterfront Apartments

3 out of 5
Kaireva Drive, Ngatangiia, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a private beach, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (87 reviews)
"This was our second stay at Avana Beachfront Apartments with manager Desiree and friendly staff. The studio has all the amenities , and a wonderful view of the lagoon from the deck. It’s close enough to Muri restaurants, stores and the night market to make it easy for dining options and breakfast ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Avana Waterfront Apartments
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.

Low Priced Rarotonga Hotels

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is $137 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$137 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Was great, sitting watching whales, amenities were good. Everything here that you need"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Kiikii Inn & Suites

Kiikii Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are ...
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Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023

Kiikii Inn & Suites
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star 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! (460 reviews)
"The staff. Meli, Sava, Daphne, Tutai, Nga, just the names I remember. The Kids Club staff. ALL THE FRONT OFFICE, RESTAURANT/BAR STAFF, KIDS HUT!!!!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It was a stay to remember - kids loved the pool and everything about the swimming pool. Snorkeling, Paddle boarding, Kayaks... The games around ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
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 Rarotonga

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star 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! (460 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
"The staff. Meli, Sava, Daphne, Tutai, Nga, just the names I remember. The Kids Club staff. ALL THE FRONT OFFICE, RESTAURANT/BAR STAFF, KIDS HUT!!!!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It was a stay to remember - kids loved the pool and everything about the swimming pool. Snorkeling, Paddle boarding, Kayaks... The games around ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is $170 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$170 total
per night
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"A very well run resort indeed so well done,, I will be back 👍"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Muri Beachcomber

Muri Beachcomber

3.5 out of 5
Muri Beach, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (372 reviews)

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

Fabulous villa, great location.
"Great property in a very good location. Extremely well appointed, with all you would need. Villas 21 & 22 fab for more privacy. Use of washing machines for free is a fabulous touch. Local paper delivery every morning also a nice touch. Night market right next door, very good food and little grocery ..."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Muri Beachcomber
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.

LAX to RAR Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
LAX Address & GPS
Address:
One World Way
Los Angeles CA, 90045-5803
United States
IATA Code:
LAX
Longitude:
-118.408279
Latitude:
33.943399
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
RAR Address & GPS
Address:
Rarotonga ,
Cook Islands
IATA Code:
RAR
Longitude:
-159.798529
Latitude:
-21.19992
Time Zone:
Pacific/Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from LAX to RAR?
With the quickest possible flight time from LAX to Rarotonga Intl. Airport (RAR) being 14 hours and 27 minutes, it's wise to have some in-flight survival tricks up your sleeve. An eye-mask, a neck pillow and earplugs should be among the basic items packed into your carry-on bag.
How many hours flight from LAX to Rarotonga Airport?
Don't be anxious about the 14 hours and 30 minutes that you'll be airborne between LAX and Rarotonga Airport. It may be a long flight, but a few movies, an interesting book and a good snooze will help make the time zoom by.
What airlines have the most flights from LAX to Rarotonga Airport?
You'll need to make one or more stopovers if you need to get from LAX to RAR. For now, you won't find any airlines that advertise direct flights on this route.

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