Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes.
Flights from SYD to RAR start at 21:10 — the earliest with Jetstar. The latest departure is at 21:30 with Jetstar. Overall, there are seven weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to RAR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetstar is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Jetstar is the most punctual carrier that operates SYD to RAR flights.
If you want to tour a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Auckland Airport is a well-known stop between SYD and RAR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
At the moment, 156 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 344 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from SYD to RAR, reserve your journey three months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SYD to RAR.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on time at their destination.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to SYD:
Arriving at Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RAR instead:
Venture beyond Avarua and discover places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Rarotonga Airport rental car from Avis.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Rarotonga Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Avarua
Rarotonga Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Avarua. How long it takes to get there in a cab or ride-share will depend on the time of day, so do some research before your trip.
When to fly to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rarotonga Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Avarua based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.