Cheap flights from Sydney to Rarotonga from $278

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — RAR
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Rarotonga are usually found in February or May, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Rarotonga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 2 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$597

One-way from

$278

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$954

Good round-trip deal

$677 or less

Good one-way deal

$278 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/9-20/9
  • Nonstop
  • 13h 20m total
  • Sydney to Rarotonga
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 45m total
  • Sydney to Rarotonga
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($382 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Rarotonga.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Rarotonga.

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 September 2025.

Tue 16/921:30SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Sat 20/909:30RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 35mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$597
Sun 21/921:30SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Wed 1/1008:10RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 1/9$604
Tue 14/1021:30SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Tue 21/1008:10RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 30/8$614
Tue 16/921:30SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Wed 24/908:10RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$623
Tue 16/921:30SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Tue 23/909:10RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$626
Fri 19/921:30SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Sun 21/909:10RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$633
Sun 5/1021:30SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Tue 14/1008:10RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/9$635
Wed 15/1022:00SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Wed 22/1008:10RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$641
Wed 17/921:10SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Sat 20/909:30RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 35mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$643
Wed 8/1022:00SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Wed 22/1008:10RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 1/9$644
Tue 16/921:30SYD - RAR
Nonstop5h 45mJetstar
Fri 19/909:10RAR - SYD
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 31/8$652

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Sydney

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Rarotonga

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/9

21:30-07:15

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Sat 20/9

09:30-13:05

Nonstop7h 35m

$597

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/9

21:30-07:15

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Wed 1/10

08:10-11:55

Nonstop7h 45m

$604

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

22:00-06:45

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Tue 21/10

08:10-12:35

Nonstop7h 25m

$604

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/10

21:30-06:15

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Tue 21/10

08:10-12:35

Nonstop7h 25m

$614

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

21:30-06:15

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Tue 21/10

08:10-12:35

Nonstop7h 25m

$614

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/9

21:30-07:15

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Wed 24/9

08:10-11:55

Nonstop7h 45m

$623

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/10

22:00-06:45

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Tue 14/10

08:10-12:35

Nonstop7h 25m

$626

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/9

21:30-07:15

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Tue 23/9

09:10-12:35

Nonstop7h 25m

$626

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/9

21:30-07:15

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Sun 21/9

09:10-12:35

Nonstop7h 25m

$633

SydneyRarotonga

SYD - RAR

SYDRAR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/10

21:30-06:15

Nonstop5h 45m

Rarotonga

Tue 21/10

08:10-12:35

Nonstop7h 25m

$633

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Rarotonga

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Rarotonga may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 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 Sydney to Rarotonga?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Rarotonga (average of $476). Flying from Sydney 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 SYD to RAR?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 2 September 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Rarotonga is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 43% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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

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 2 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Sydney to Rarotonga 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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Rarotonga?

    To fly from Sydney to Rarotonga, you need to book a flight from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Rarotonga (RAR). Nonstop flights to Rarotonga from Sydney Kingsford Smith take 5h 45m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Kingsford Smith to Rarotonga offered by 3 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Rarotonga flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Rarotonga?

    Departing from Sydney to Rarotonga will take you 5h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4983 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($464), Air New Zealand ($934), and Qantas Airways ($936) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Rarotonga. Jetstar is priced at 51% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Rarotonga?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to Rarotonga? While on average our users pay $557, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $277. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Rarotonga), is priced around $603.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Rarotonga (average of $476). Flying from Sydney 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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JetstarCheapest$465Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$915Average$1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$934Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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