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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga from $393

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga departing on 23/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Jetstar Logo
18:55 - 07:45MEL-RAR
8h 50m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
09:30 - 18:15RAR-MEL
12h 45m1 stop
$870Jetstar
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Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep
Jetstar Logo
18:55 - 07:15MEL-RAR
8h 20m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
09:30 - 18:15RAR-MEL
12h 45m1 stop
$893Jetstar
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Fri, 5 Sep - Sat, 13 Sep
Jetstar Logo
16:10 - 07:15MEL-RAR
11h 05m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
09:10 - 17:45RAR-MEL
12h 35m1 stop
$919Jetstar
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Sun, 21 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep
Jetstar Logo
15:00 - 07:15MEL-RAR
12h 15m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
09:10 - 19:15RAR-MEL
14h 05m1 stop
$925Jetstar
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Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
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14:00 - 07:15MEL-RAR
13h 15m1 stop
Logo
09:10 - 07:40RAR-MEL
26h 30m1 stop
$962
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Sun, 21 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep
Logo
17:30 - 05:55MEL-RAR
9h 25m1 stop
Logo
21:05 - 20:35RAR-MEL
26h 30m1 stop
$1,107
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Wed, 15 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
Air New Zealand Logo
16:50 - 13:40MEL-RAR
17h 50m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
14:55 - 21:30RAR-MEL
9h 35m1 stop
$1,173Air New Zealand
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Thu, 29 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
16:50 - 13:40MEL-RAR
17h 50m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
14:55 - 21:30RAR-MEL
9h 35m1 stop
$1,174Air New Zealand
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Tue, 3 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
13:55 - 20:05MEL-RAR
27h 10m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
21:05 - 08:20RAR-MEL
14h 15m1 stop
$1,307Qantas Airways
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Sun, 9 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
21:00 - 20:05MEL-RAR
44h 05m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
21:05 - 17:15RAR-MEL
23h 10m2 stops
$1,509Qantas Airways
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Tue, 3 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb

Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga flight tickets
Air New Zealand
29 Jan
MEL16:50Melbourne
17h 50m
1 stop
RAR13:40Rarotonga
7 Feb
RAR14:55Rarotonga
9h 35m
1 stop
MEL21:30Melbourne
$1,173
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Air New Zealand
3 Feb
MEL16:50Melbourne
17h 50m
1 stop
RAR13:40Rarotonga
13 Feb
RAR14:55Rarotonga
9h 35m
1 stop
MEL21:30Melbourne
$1,174
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Air New Zealand
29 Jan
MEL16:50Melbourne
17h 50m
1 stop
RAR13:40Rarotonga
7 Feb
RAR14:55Rarotonga
9h 35m
1 stop
MEL21:30Melbourne
$1,179
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Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga

Our best Jetstar deals on Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga flight tickets
Jetstar
30 Aug
MEL18:55Melbourne
8h 50m
1 stop
RAR07:45Rarotonga
6 Sept
RAR09:30Rarotonga
12h 45m
1 stop
MEL18:15Melbourne
$870
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Jetstar
5 Sept
MEL18:55Melbourne
8h 20m
1 stop
RAR07:15Rarotonga
13 Sept
RAR09:30Rarotonga
12h 45m
1 stop
MEL18:15Melbourne
$893
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Jetstar
21 Sept
MEL16:10Melbourne
11h 05m
1 stop
RAR07:15Rarotonga
28 Sept
RAR09:10Rarotonga
12h 35m
1 stop
MEL17:45Melbourne
$919
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 7 August 2025.
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Return

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MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sat 30/8

18:55-07:45

1 stop8h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 6/9

09:30-18:15

1 stop12h 45m

$870

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

18:55-07:15

1 stop8h 20m

Rarotonga

Sat 13/9

09:30-18:15

1 stop12h 45m

$893

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sun 21/9

16:10-07:15

1 stop11h 05m

Rarotonga

Sun 28/9

09:10-17:45

1 stop12h 35m

$919

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Tue 2/9

15:00-07:15

1 stop12h 15m

Rarotonga

Tue 16/9

09:10-19:15

1 stop14h 05m

$925

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sun 21/9

14:00-07:15

1 stop13h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 28/9

09:10-07:40

1 stop26h 30m

$962

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

17:30-05:55

1 stop9h 25m

Rarotonga

Wed 15/10

21:05-20:35

1 stop26h 30m

$1,107

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

16:50-13:40

1 stop17h 50m

Rarotonga

Sat 7/2

14:55-21:30

1 stop9h 35m

$1,173

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

16:50-13:40

1 stop17h 50m

Rarotonga

Fri 13/2

14:55-21:30

1 stop9h 35m

$1,174

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

13:55-20:05

1 stop27h 10m

Rarotonga

Fri 14/11

21:05-08:20

1 stop14h 15m

$1,307

MelbourneRarotonga

MEL - RAR

MELRAR

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

21:00-20:05

2 stops44h 05m

Rarotonga

Fri 13/2

21:05-17:15

2 stops23h 10m

$1,508

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rarotonga?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Rarotonga from Melbourne Airport during May instead. Flights to Rarotonga in May, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,087.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rarotonga?

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Rarotonga on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,066. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Melbourne Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,277.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rarotonga?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Rarotonga is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga at midday for as low as $1,022. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $1,196.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rarotonga?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rarotonga from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rarotonga for around $1,215 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rarotonga from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,136 on momondo.

How have Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga flights are approximately 5% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga (MEL to RAR) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga

Best price found

$393

Fastest flight time

8h 20m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Rarotonga

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Rarotonga from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $393. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $870.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga takes 8h 20m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Melbourne Airport - Rarotonga Airport.
There is 1 airport near Rarotonga: Rarotonga (RAR)
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  • How far is Melbourne to Rarotonga by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Rarotonga is 5573.8 km. By plane, this route typically takes 8h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rarotonga Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Rarotonga Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rarotonga Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Rarotonga

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Airline
Rating
Free cancellation
Price
JetstarPriceFrom $827Free cancellationRating
6.5
461 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $859Free cancellationRating
7.5
887 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,045Free cancellationRating
7.9
502 reviews
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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Rarotonga from Melbourne.

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