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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga from $418

MEL — RAR
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Rarotonga

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga

Sun 25/1011:40 -
1 stop15h 55m
Tue 10/1109:00 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 16/9$891
Fri 6/1121:55 -
1 stop31h 15m
Sat 21/1109:40 -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 17/9$918
Sat 31/1015:00 -
1 stop26h 10m
Sat 7/1121:25 -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 16/9$957
Sun 18/1006:45 -
1 stop20h 35m
Sun 25/1009:00 -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 18/9$986
Sat 17/1020:50 -
1 stop30h 30m
Sun 25/1009:00 -
1 stop12h 40m
Deal found 15/9$1,026
Fri 23/1015:00 -
1 stop19h 30m
Thu 5/1121:25 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 18/9$1,064
Wed 14/1018:55 -
1 stop27h 40m
Thu 22/1021:15 -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 15/9$1,070
Fri 30/1023:55 -
1 stop17h 10m
Fri 6/1109:00 -
1 stop12h 40m
Deal found 15/9$1,074
Sun 18/1019:00 -
1 stop8h 20m
Sun 25/1009:00 -
1 stop12h 40m
Deal found 18/9$1,085
Fri 16/1022:05 -
1 stop30h 40m
Fri 23/1021:05 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 16/9$1,098

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Rarotonga

Round-trip from

$891

One-way from

$418

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$994
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 25/10-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/3-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($199 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL Melbourne - RAR Rarotonga

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sat 13/3

20:50-06:35

1 stop30h 45m

Rarotonga

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$418
Fastest return journey

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL Melbourne - RAR Rarotonga

MELRAR

Melbourne

Thu 11/3

19:10-13:40

1 stop15h 30m

Rarotonga

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$445

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL Melbourne - RAR Rarotonga

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sat 5/12

06:05-08:10

1 stop23h 05m

Rarotonga

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$525

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL Melbourne - RAR Rarotonga

MELRAR

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

06:05-08:10

1 stop23h 05m

Rarotonga

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$594

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL Melbourne - RAR Rarotonga

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sat 7/11

19:10-13:40

1 stop15h 30m

Rarotonga

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$639

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL Melbourne - RAR Rarotonga

MELRAR

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

07:20-13:40

2 stops27h 20m

Rarotonga

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$643

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL Melbourne - RAR Rarotonga

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sat 7/11

12:00-08:10

2 stops17h 10m

Rarotonga

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$803

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL Melbourne - RAR Rarotonga

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sun 25/10

11:40-06:35

1 stop15h 55m

Rarotonga

Tue 10/11

09:00-19:40

1 stop13h 40m

$891

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL Melbourne - RAR Rarotonga

MELRAR

Melbourne

Fri 6/11

23:55-20:05

1 stop17h 10m

Rarotonga

Sat 21/11

09:40-07:35

2 stops24h 55m

$1,171

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL Melbourne - RAR Rarotonga

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

18:25-07:45

1 stop10h 20m

Rarotonga

Sat 17/10

21:15-10:55

1 stop16h 40m

$1,198

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga (average of $990). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,499). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga flights typically cost between $802 and $1,193 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $891 on Jetstar (25 Oct–10 Nov).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rarotonga

See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,101 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
569 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Related info for your journey

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

    Rarotonga (RAR) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga. You should not have trouble finding flights to Rarotonga from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Rarotonga airport from Melbourne. It is only a 0.8 km journey from Rarotonga (RAR) to Rarotonga’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga?

    Jetstar and Air New Zealand can get you from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga in just under 8h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h. There are 5575 km between Melbourne Airport and Rarotonga. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Rarotonga, with prices starting at $366. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $851 and $1,079, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $249 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $418 and $573, respectively.

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

    The most popular stopover on flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga is Sydney.

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

    Sydney travellers tend to visit Sydney Opera House, Capitol Theatre, and Sydney Chinatown more than anywhere else. Sydney Opera House, Capitol Theatre, and Sydney Chinatown can be accessed by travelling approximately 9.9 km, 7.3 km, and 7.2 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can rent a car at Sydney Kingsford Smith for an average daily rate of $47 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in Rarotonga stopover in Auckland 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 Airport to Rarotonga?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga (average of $990). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,499). 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 Rarotonga

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$366Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$851Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,079Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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