Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to the Cook Islands from $500

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RAR
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Cook Islands

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cook Islands
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Cook Islands. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2025.

Sun 21/1208:35MEL - RAR
1 stop8h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/114:55RAR - MEL
1 stop21h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/12$1,922
Sun 21/1213:55MEL - RAR
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/121:05RAR - MEL
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,098

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 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$942

One-way from

$500

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,495
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/1-8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Cook Islands
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Cook Islands
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to the Cook Islands that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Cook Islands

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

17:45-06:35

1 stop9h 50m

Rarotonga

Fri 6/2

21:05-22:50

1 stop28h 45m

$981

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

17:25-06:35

1 stop10h 10m

Rarotonga

Fri 6/2

09:00-19:10

1 stop13h 10m

$1,022

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Thu 2/4

20:50-06:15

1 stop30h 25m

Rarotonga

Tue 7/4

09:00-17:40

1 stop12h 40m

$1,084

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

23:55-20:05

1 stop17h 10m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/2

09:00-16:45

1 stop10h 45m

$1,106

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

06:45-20:05

1 stop10h 20m

Rarotonga

Sat 7/2

14:55-21:30

1 stop9h 35m

$1,132

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

06:45-20:05

1 stop10h 20m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/2

09:00-16:45

1 stop10h 45m

$1,138

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

10:00-06:35

1 stop17h 35m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/2

09:00-16:45

1 stop10h 45m

$1,173

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

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

06:45-20:05

1 stop10h 20m

Rarotonga

Fri 6/2

21:05-08:20

1 stop14h 15m

$1,192

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

06:45-20:05

1 stop10h 20m

Rarotonga

Fri 6/2

21:05-08:20

1 stop14h 15m

$1,192

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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 Airport to the Cook Islands

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cook Islands (average of $407). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 18 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Cook Islands at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 18 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to the Cook Islands by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

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 Airport to Cook Islands?

    For as low as $1,022, Jetstar can have you in Cook Islands from Melbourne Airport in 10h 10m. Melbourne Airport and Cook Islands are separated by a distance of 5575 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $389. Users have also found prices from $521 and $572 on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • 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 Airport to Cook Islands?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cook Islands (average of $407). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 18 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$690Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$765Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,010Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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