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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga from $487

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 27/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — RAR
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Rarotonga are usually found in February or May, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Rarotonga (RAR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$984

One-way from

$487

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,102
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/8-10/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 27/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($291 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($76 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Sun 15/610:35AVV - RAR
1 stop16h 40mJetstar
Fri 20/609:10RAR - AVV
1 stop17h 40mJetstar
Deal found 12/6$814
Sat 14/618:55MEL - RAR
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Tue 17/609:10RAR - MEL
1 stop13h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/6$873
Sun 15/613:00MEL - RAR
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/609:10RAR - MEL
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$889
Sun 9/1118:50MEL - RAR
1 stop22h 15mQantas Airways
Fri 14/1121:05RAR - MEL
1 stop14h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,177
Fri 1/808:35MEL - RAR
1 stop13h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/803:05RAR - MEL
1 stop18h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/6$1,185
Fri 1/820:55AVV - RAR
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/823:20RAR - AVV
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,213

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Melbourne

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Rarotonga

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 1/8

16:40-07:15

1 stop10h 35m

Rarotonga

Sun 10/8

09:00-22:50

1 stop17h 50m

$984

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

07:30-07:15

1 stop19h 45m

Rarotonga

Sun 3/8

09:00-17:45

1 stop12h 45m

$1,024

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

23:55-21:05

1 stop17h 10m

Rarotonga

Sun 10/8

22:05-22:45

1 stop28h 40m

$1,048

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

18:50-20:05

1 stop22h 15m

Rarotonga

Fri 14/11

21:05-08:20

1 stop14h 15m

$1,177

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

08:35-01:55

1 stop13h 20m

Rarotonga

Mon 4/8

23:20-13:45

1 stop18h 25m

$1,185

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 1/8

20:55-07:45

1 stop30h 50m

Rarotonga

Mon 4/8

23:20-16:05

2 stops20h 45m

$1,213

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 27/6

20:55-07:45

1 stop30h 50m

$487

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Fri 27/6

17:30-07:15

1 stop9h 45m

$534

MelbourneRarotonga

AVV - RAR

AVVRAR

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 27/6

20:55-21:05

2 stops20h 10m

$897

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Deals found on 11/6

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga (average of $476). Flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $963). 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 RAR?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Rarotonga. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

When flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Rarotonga flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Rarotonga by month

Plan your trip to Rarotonga by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rarotonga ranges from 100.0 - 260.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Rarotonga when rainfall is around 100.0 mm.

Temperature in Rarotonga by month

Plan your trip to Rarotonga by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rarotonga, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 22.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rarotonga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rarotonga. 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 Rarotonga. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
449 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rarotonga from Melbourne?

    Rarotonga (RAR), located 0.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga. 3 airlines have flights to Rarotonga from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga round-trip from $984. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $1,177, and Air New Zealand, from $1,185. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga for 18% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga?

    Melbourne to Rarotonga flights have a stopover in Auckland most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Auckland?

    Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Aotea Square are currently the most popular points of interest in Auckland at the moment. Those on a stopover in Auckland interested in visiting Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, or Aotea Square can do so by traveling 17.5 km, 18.3 km, and 17.1 km, respectively from Auckland Intl. Those landing in Auckland looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $35 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Rarotonga flights?

    Melbourne to Rarotonga flights have a stopover in Sydney the least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Rarotonga 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 Rarotonga?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga (average of $476). Flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $963). 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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