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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga International

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Flight deals from Melbourne to Rarotonga International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Avarua.Rs65,485 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs65,485, select.
Avarua.Rs68,053 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs68,053, select.
Avarua.Rs68,264 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs68,264, select.
Avarua.Rs75,280 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs75,280, select.
Avarua.Rs77,224 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,224, select.
Avarua.Rs77,352 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,352, select.
Avarua.Rs79,323 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs79,323, select.
Avarua.Rs81,946 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Rarotonga International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,946, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Rarotonga International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from Rs68,264
Sep
from Rs65,485
Oct
from Rs68,053
Nov
from Rs86,540
Dec
from Rs124,393
Jan
from Rs77,352
Feb
from Rs79,323
Mar
from Rs75,280
Apr
from Rs82,065
May
from Rs77,224
Jun
from Rs81,946
Jul
from Rs93,183

Melbourne to Rarotonga International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne to Avarua below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rarotonga International.

Melbourne to Avarua: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs65,485
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga International is Rs131,967. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Rarotonga International. But we found flights with one stop from Rs131,967.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga International.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga International Airport on Wednesday, 3 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Rarotonga International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rarotonga International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Avarua is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rarotonga International is Jetstar .

Flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): What you need to know

  • Rarotonga Airport is located in Avarua. The city is in the UTC-10 timezone and is 21 hours behind Melbourne.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Melbourne to RAR.

  • Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to RAR flight is much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.

  • Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them landing on schedule.

About Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to RAR if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:

  • Go beyond Avarua and discover places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Rarotonga Airport rental car from Avis.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport flight.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport is Rs65,485. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs131,967. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to RAR. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap flight ticket from Melbourne to RAR is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Hunt down a great price on a flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport (RAR). July is the peak month for travel to Avarua. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in May.

  • Book a Melbourne to RAR flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Avarua to range from 25ºC to 28ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Rarotonga Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 24ºC.

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