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Flight deals from Queenstown to Rarotonga International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Queenstown to Rarotonga International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Avarua.$762 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $762, select.
Avarua.$820 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Fri, 13 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $820, select.
Avarua.$1,024 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rarotonga International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,024, select.
Avarua.$1,034 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rarotonga International on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,034, select.
Avarua.$1,037 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rarotonga International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,037, select.
Avarua.$1,064 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Mon, 19 May.Return flight with Jetstar and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rarotonga International on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,064, select.
Avarua.$1,151 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr, returning Fri, 2 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Queenstown on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,151, select.
Avarua.$1,197 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr, returning Wed, 30 Apr.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Queenstown on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Queenstown.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,197, select.

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Queenstown to Rarotonga International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Queenstown to Avarua below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rarotonga International.

Queenstown to Avarua: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$762
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Queenstown to Rarotonga International is $762. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Queenstown to Rarotonga International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $762.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from Queenstown to Rarotonga International.
The cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Rarotonga International is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Queenstown Airport to Rarotonga International Airport on Thursday, 29 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Queenstown Airport and Rarotonga International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rarotonga International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Avarua is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rarotonga International.

How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Queenstown Airport to Rarotonga Airport is $338. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $762. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To get your hands on flight tickets from ZQN to RAR, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • Finding flight tickets from Queenstown Airport to Rarotonga Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from ZQN to RAR. You don't need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Use filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Queenstown Airport to Rarotonga Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

  • Queenstown Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Queenstown. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 13 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 21 minutes.

  • Want a convenient hotel close to ZQN? If you're on an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Rarotonga Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Queenstown Airport to Rarotonga Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near RAR:

Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Cook Islands

  • Rarotonga Airport is about 724 kilometres from central Cook Islands. How long it takes to get there by cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.

When to fly to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Queenstown Airport to Rarotonga Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cook Islands. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

Complete your Avarua trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Rarotonga Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Avarua.

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