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Cheap flights from Melbourne to the Cook Islands from $792

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RAR
20 Jan — 27 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Cook Islands

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Best flights from Melbourne to Cook Islands
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Cook Islands that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 December 2025.

Thu 29/120:55AVV - RAR
1 stop30h 40mJetstar
Sun 8/209:00RAR - AVV
1 stop25h 35mJetstar
Deal found 21/12$792
Fri 10/415:05MEL - RAR
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/422:15RAR - MEL
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$1,108
Thu 29/118:50MEL - RAR
1 stop15h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/214:55RAR - MEL
1 stop9h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/12$1,176
Fri 30/106:00AVV - RAR
1 stop21h 35mJetstar
Sun 8/209:00RAR - AVV
1 stop25h 35mJetstar
Deal found 21/12$794
Sat 31/120:55AVV - RAR
1 stop30h 40mJetstar
Sun 8/209:00RAR - AVV
1 stop25h 35mJetstar
Deal found 21/12$807
Fri 10/416:40AVV - RAR
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Tue 21/409:00RAR - AVV
1 stop17h 50mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$848
Fri 30/106:00AVV - RAR
1 stop21h 35mJetstar
Fri 6/209:00RAR - AVV
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Deal found 21/12$893
Mon 2/216:50MEL - RAR
1 stop17h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/214:55RAR - MEL
1 stop9h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/12$1,256
Wed 7/119:35MEL - RAR
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/122:00RAR - MEL
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12$1,285
Tue 3/217:25MEL - RAR
1 stop10h 10mJetstar
Tue 10/209:00RAR - MEL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 20/12$903
Mon 2/220:00MEL - RAR
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/214:55RAR - MEL
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,288
Sat 24/120:55AVV - RAR
1 stop30h 40mJetstar
Sun 1/209:00RAR - AVV
1 stop25h 35mJetstar
Deal found 21/12$1,176
Sat 14/216:50MEL - AIT
2 stops20h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/209:10AIT - MEL
2 stops15h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/12$1,882
Wed 7/106:00AVV - RAR
1 stop21h 45mJetstar
Sun 18/109:00RAR - AVV
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Deal found 20/12$1,342
Thu 8/112:10MEL - AIT
2 stops44h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 15/109:10AIT - MEL
2 stops15h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/12$2,768
Fri 10/414:55AVV - RAR
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/422:15RAR - AVV
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$2,919
Sat 24/120:55AVV - RAR
2 stops44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/221:05RAR - AVV
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12$3,720

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Cook Islands

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Cook Islands flight deals. Data was last updated 21 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$848

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,498
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/4-21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Cook Islands
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Cook Islands that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to the Cook Islands that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Cook Islands

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 29/1

20:55-06:35

1 stop30h 40m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/2

09:00-07:35

1 stop25h 35m

$792

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 30/1

06:00-06:35

1 stop21h 35m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/2

09:00-07:35

1 stop25h 35m

$794

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 31/1

20:55-06:35

1 stop30h 40m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/2

09:00-07:35

1 stop25h 35m

$807

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 10/4

16:40-07:15

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Tue 21/4

09:00-22:50

1 stop17h 50m

$848

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 30/1

06:00-06:35

1 stop21h 35m

Rarotonga

Fri 6/2

09:00-23:15

1 stop17h 15m

$893

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

17:25-06:35

1 stop10h 10m

Rarotonga

Tue 10/2

09:00-17:20

1 stop11h 20m

$903

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Fri 10/4

15:05-07:15

1 stop12h 10m

Rarotonga

Tue 21/4

22:15-10:35

2 stops16h 20m

$1,108

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

18:50-13:40

1 stop15h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 7/2

14:55-21:30

1 stop9h 35m

$1,176

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 24/1

20:55-06:35

1 stop30h 40m

Rarotonga

Sun 1/2

09:00-07:35

1 stop25h 35m

$1,176

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

16:50-13:40

1 stop17h 50m

Rarotonga

Mon 9/2

14:55-21:30

1 stop9h 35m

$1,256

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Cook Islands

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to the Cook Islands

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Cook Islands?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cook Islands (average of $417). Flying from Melbourne to Cook Islands in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,046). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CK?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Cook Islands. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Cook Islands in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cook Islands

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cook Islands. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cook Islands. Reviews last updated 21 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne to the Cook Islands to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
948 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
493 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
556 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Cook Islands. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Cook Islands?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Cook Islands can take about 10h 35m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $848. Melbourne and Cook Islands are separated by a distance of 5609 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Cook Islands one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne to Cook Islands are Jetstar ($59), Virgin Australia ($176), and Batik Air ($281).

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to Cook Islands?

    While some choose either Melbourne - Aitutaki or Melbourne Avalon - Rarotonga, Melbourne - Rarotonga is the most popular route from Melbourne to Cook Islands.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Cook Islands that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Cook Islands flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Cook Islands?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Cook Islands.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Cook Islands?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Cook Islands by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Cook Islands?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cook Islands (average of $417). Flying from Melbourne to Cook Islands in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,046). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Cook Islands

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Cook Islands. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$691Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$764Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,011Average$1,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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