Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ADL to RAR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Adelaide Airport to Rarotonga Airport. Many passengers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight is 240 €. A return plane ticket is currently 484 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from ADL to RAR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Adelaide Airport to Rarotonga Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from ADL to RAR.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adelaide Airport to Rarotonga Airport.
Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Of all flights leaving Adelaide Airport, 75.6% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Adelaide Airport from central Adelaide, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Rarotonga Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ADL:
Arriving at Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
If you have a late Adelaide Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near RAR:
Travel where the road takes you with a Rarotonga Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis to explore parts of Avarua that most tourists miss.
Reserving your ride from Rarotonga Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Avarua
Rarotonga Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Avarua. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or ride-share will depend on the time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
When to fly to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Adelaide Airport to Rarotonga Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Avarua. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in May.