Flying from Papeete Airport (PPT) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Papeete Airport to Rarotonga International Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Take your pick of six weekly Papeete Airport to Rarotonga International Airport flights. The 08:35 departure with Air Rarotonga is the earliest available. Air Rarotonga operates the latest service of the day at 12:40.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PPT to RAR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak periods, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air Tahiti on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for PPT to RAR flights is Air Rarotonga.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Papeete Airport to Rarotonga International Airport. Auckland International Airport is a top stopover on the PPT to RAR route.
Handy information about Papeete Airport (PPT)
Of all flights departing from Papeete Airport, 62% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Papeete Airport from central Papeete, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Papeete Airport to Rarotonga International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PPT:
Arriving at Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)
If you're arriving on a late Papeete Airport to Rarotonga International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near RAR:
Pick up a Rarotonga International Airport rental car and discover parts of Avarua that are off the usual tourist route. Find your perfect set of wheels with Avis.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Rarotonga International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) to central Avarua
Rarotonga International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Avarua. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Papeete Airport to Rarotonga International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Avarua in March.
The warmest month in Avarua is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Papeete Airport to Rarotonga International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PPT to RAR in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 24ºC on average.


