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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Rarotonga International

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Flight deals from Sydney to Rarotonga International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Rarotonga International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Avarua.R 3,456 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,456, select.
Avarua.R 3,456 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,456, select.
Avarua.R 3,456 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,456, select.
Avarua.R 3,481 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,481, select.
Avarua.R 3,481 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,481, select.
Avarua.R 3,485 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,485, select.
Avarua.R 3,811 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,811, select.
Avarua.R 4,323 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,323, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Rarotonga International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Rarotonga International flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from R 5,386
Apr
from R 4,323
May
from R 3,456
Jun
from R 3,456
Jul
from R 3,456
Aug
from R 3,485
Sep
from R 4,622
Oct
from R 4,323
Nov
from R 5,005
Dec
from R 6,175
Jan
from R 3,811
Feb
from R 3,481

Direct flights from Sydney to Rarotonga International

Sydney to Rarotonga International: Alternative routes

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

Sydney to Avarua: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,456
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time5 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineJetstar
Average flights per week10

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Rarotonga International is R 7,672. 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.
5 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Rarotonga International.
Jetstar and Qantas fly direct from Sydney to Rarotonga International.
As of March 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Sydney to Rarotonga International.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney 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 Sydney Airport to Rarotonga International Airport on Tuesday, 3 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 55 minutes.
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.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know

  • 5 hours 40 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport. Cook Islands is 21 hours behind Sydney and operates on the UTC-10 timezone.

  • Choose from 7 weekly flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport. The 08:10 departure with Jetstar is the earliest flight you can take between SYD and RAR. Jetstar operates the latest service of the day at 21:30 if early starts aren't your thing.

  • If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • If you'd like to check out another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is a popular stop between SYD and RAR.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • R 3,456 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport. A return flight starts at R 7,672. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book 6 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SYD to RAR.

  • February is the cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SYD to RAR. You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll update you when the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The journey from central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport takes around 27 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're on an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • If you're on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near RAR:

Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Cook Islands

  • The centre of Cook Islands is about 724 kilometres from Rarotonga Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day, so do some research before you go.

When to fly to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Cook Islands in May.

Complete your Avarua trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Rarotonga Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Avarua getaway.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sydney to Avarua

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.