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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 Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $727. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Avarua.$726 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $726, select.

Avarua.$728 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $728, select.

Avarua.$743 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Fri, 12 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $743, select.

Avarua.$744 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb, returning Wed, 17 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $744, select.

Avarua.$748 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Fri, 5 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $748, select.

Avarua.$748 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $748, select.

Avarua.$749 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 May, returning Sun, 30 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 26 May, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Sun, 30 May, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $749, select.

Avarua.$755 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar, returning Wed, 14 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $755, select.

Avarua.$759 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $759, select.

Avarua.$768 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $768, select.

Avarua.$777 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $777, select.

Avarua.$796 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 4 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $796, select.

Avarua.$811 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rarotonga International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $811, select.

Avarua.$812 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rarotonga International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.

Avarua.$814 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Rarotonga International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $814, select.

Avarua.$816 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Rarotonga International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Rarotonga International on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $816, select.

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Melbourne to Rarotonga International: Alternative routes

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

How much are return flights from Melbourne to Rarotonga International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga International is $726. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Rarotonga International?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Rarotonga International. But we found flights with one stop from $726.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne to Rarotonga International?

As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Rarotonga International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga International?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga International is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga International Airport on Tuesday, 28 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to Rarotonga International Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Rarotonga International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Rarotonga International?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Avarua?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Rarotonga International with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Rarotonga International is Jetstar .

Travelling from Melbourne to Avarua Rarotonga International Airport (RAR): What you need to know

Avarua is 21 hours behind Melbourne. Avarua Rarotonga International Airport is located in Avarua, which runs on the UTC-10 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to RAR.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as December and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Avarua Rarotonga International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to RAR flight is a lot easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights out of here arrive right on target.

About Avarua Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)

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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Melbourne to Avarua Rarotonga International Airport flight.

Getting from Avarua Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) to central Avarua

Avarua Rarotonga International Airport to the centre of Avarua is roughly 3 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.

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

$362 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Avarua Rarotonga International Airport. Return flights start from $726. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to RAR, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Melbourne to Avarua Rarotonga International Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to RAR is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Find an affordable flight from Melbourne to Avarua Rarotonga International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Avarua Rarotonga International Airport (RAR). October is when most people visit Avarua. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in February.
The warmest month in Avarua is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Melbourne to RAR plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
August has temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Avarua Rarotonga International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Avarua

Start your Avarua trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Avarua Rarotonga International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your visit to Avarua won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions you can't miss include Cook Islands National Museum, Club Raro Resort and Te Rua Manga (The Needle).