Non-stop flights from Rarotonga Island (RAR)
Rarotonga Island Airport (IATA: RAR, ICAO: NCRG), also known as Rarotonga International Airport, is the largest airport in Cook Islands. Rarotonga Island Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 5 destinations in 4 countries.
At present, there is one domestic flight from Rarotonga Island.
The longest flight from Rarotonga Island RAR is a 1,924 mile (3,096 km) non-stop route to Sydney SYD. This direct flight takes around 6 hours and 30 minutes and is operated by Jetstar.
On this page
Airlines flying from Rarotonga Island Popular destinations from Rarotonga Island Popular destinations with a stopover Business Class flights First Class flights Intercontinental flights International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQAirlines flying from Rarotonga Island
In total there are 5 airlines flying from and to Rarotonga Island. These carriers are:
Popular destinations from Rarotonga Island
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Rarotonga Island, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Rarotonga Island that require a stopover:
Business class flights from Rarotonga Island
There is only one airport that has Business Class flights from Rarotonga Island, which is Auckland (AKL).
First class flights from Rarotonga Island
There is only one airport that has First Class flights from Rarotonga Island, which is Honolulu (HNL).
Intercontinental flights from Rarotonga Island
The only intercontinental flights operating from Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) are between Rarotonga Island and the United States.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Rarotonga Island and Europe, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle-East, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia or Central Asia.
Non-stop flights from Rarotonga Island to the US
Hawaiian Airlines is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Rarotonga Island to the United States. They fly year-round to Honolulu (HNL).
International flights from Rarotonga Island
Flights from Rarotonga Island to Australia
Sydney is the only destination in Australia with direct flights from Rarotonga Island. Direct flights to Sydney are offered by Jetstar. This is a seasonal route that starts in September and ends in January.
Flights from Rarotonga Island to French Polynesia
There is 1 destination in French Polynesia that has a direct connection from Rarotonga Island, which is Tahiti. You can fly non-stop to Tahiti with Air Rarotonga or Air Tahiti.
Flights from Rarotonga Island to New Zealand
In New Zealand, the only destination that has a direct flight from Rarotonga Island is Auckland. You can fly non-stop to Auckland with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance) or Jetstar.
Flights from Rarotonga Island to United States
Honolulu is the only destination in United States with direct flights from Rarotonga Island. Direct flights to Honolulu are offered by Hawaiian Airlines.
Domestic flights from Rarotonga Island
Flights from Rarotonga Island to Cook Islands
There is just one domestic flight from Rarotonga Island, which is between Rarotonga Island and Aitutaki. Direct flights to Aitutaki are offered by Air Rarotonga.
Alternative airports near Rarotonga Island
There are no alternative airports to Rarotonga Island (RAR) within a range of 125 miles (200 km).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Rarotonga Island?
There is 1 airport in Rarotonga Island: Rarotonga International Airport (RAR).
What is the best airport to fly from Rarotonga Island?
The most convenient airport to fly from Rarotonga Island is Rarotonga International Airport (RAR).
How many airlines fly from Rarotonga Island?
There are 5 airlines flying from Rarotonga Island to 5 airports around the world, as of September 2023.
Which airlines fly from Rarotonga Island?
Jetstar, Air Rarotonga and Hawaiian Airlines operate most flights from Rarotonga Island. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Rarotonga Island?
Star Alliance is currently the only alliance flying from Rarotonga Island.
How many nonstop flights are there from Rarotonga Island?
There are roughly 92 flights departing from Rarotonga Island every month (or 21 flights each week), to a total of 5 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Rarotonga Island Airport?
The official name of Rarotonga Island Airport is Rarotonga International Airport.
What is the airport code of Rarotonga Island Airport?
The airport code of Rarotonga Island Airport is RAR.
What are the most popular flights from Rarotonga Island?
Aitutaki, Auckland and Tahiti are the 3 most popular routes from Rarotonga Island. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Rarotonga Island, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Rarotonga Island?
| Rarotonga Island to Aitutaki | 50m |
| Rarotonga Island to Auckland | 4h 35m |
| Rarotonga Island to Tahiti | 2h 35m |
| Rarotonga Island to Sydney | 6h 30m |
| Rarotonga Island to Honolulu | 6h 15m |
