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524 € Cheap Flights from Papeete to Rarotonga International

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Flight deals from Papeete to Rarotonga International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Papeete to Rarotonga International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Avarua.524 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Air Tahiti.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Papeete on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Rarotonga International on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From 524 €, select.
Avarua.528 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Air Tahiti.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Papeete on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Rarotonga International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From 528 €, select.
Avarua.534 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Air Tahiti.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Papeete on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Rarotonga International on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From 534 €, select.
Avarua.546 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Air Rarotonga and Air Tahiti.Outbound direct flight with Air Rarotonga departs from Papeete on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Rarotonga International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From 546 €, select.
Avarua.577 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Air Rarotonga and Air Tahiti.Outbound direct flight with Air Rarotonga departs from Papeete on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Rarotonga International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From 577 €, select.
Avarua.581 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Dec, returning Sun, 28 Dec.Return flight with Air Tahiti.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Papeete on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Rarotonga International on Sun, 28 Dec, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From 581 €, select.
Avarua.595 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with Air Rarotonga.Outbound direct flight with Air Rarotonga departs from Papeete on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound direct flight with Air Rarotonga departs from Rarotonga International on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From 595 €, select.
Avarua.605 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Dec, returning Tue, 6 Jan.Return flight with Air Tahiti and Air Rarotonga.Outbound direct flight with Air Tahiti departs from Papeete on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound direct flight with Air Rarotonga departs from Rarotonga International on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Papeete.Price includes taxes and charges.From 605 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Papeete to Rarotonga International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Papeete to Rarotonga International flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Direct flights from Papeete to Rarotonga International

Papeete to Rarotonga International: Alternative routes

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

Papeete to Avarua: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found524 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineAir Tahiti
Average flights per week5

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Papeete to Rarotonga International is 524 €. 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.
2 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Papeete to Rarotonga International.
Air Tahiti and Air Rarotonga fly direct from Papeete to Rarotonga International.
As of September 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Papeete to Rarotonga International.
The cheapest month to fly from Papeete to Rarotonga International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Papeete Airport to Rarotonga International Airport on Saturday, 27 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 43 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, Air Tahiti offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rarotonga International.

Flying from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Rarotonga Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.

  • Each week, there are four Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Rarotonga Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, opt for the 08:35 Air Rarotonga flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 08:40 with Air Rarotonga.

  • Your PPT to RAR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

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

  • Air Rarotonga is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • Air Rarotonga is the most punctual carrier offering PPT to RAR flights.

  • Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Rarotonga Airport. Many travellers pass through Auckland Airport when flying between PPT and RAR.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • Right now, 277 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 524 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from PPT to RAR, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Rarotonga Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from PPT to RAR.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Rarotonga Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)

  • 65.07% of flights departing from Tahiti Faa'an Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Tahiti Faa'an Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Papeete. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PPT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Rarotonga Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to RAR if you have a late Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Venture beyond Avarua and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Rarotonga Airport rental car from Avis.

  • Booking your ride from Rarotonga Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Avarua

  • Rarotonga Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Avarua. How long it takes to get there by cab or ride-share depends on the time of day, so do some research before you go.

When to fly to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Rarotonga Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Avarua. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in May.

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