Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know
Your OOL to RAR flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak periods, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Rarotonga Airport. Many travellers pass through Auckland Airport when flying between OOL and RAR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight is $397. A return ticket is currently $850. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from OOL to RAR, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Gold Coast Airport to Rarotonga Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from OOL to RAR.
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Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
74.82% of flights leaving from Gold Coast Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Gold Coast Airport from central Gold Coast, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near OOL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rarotonga Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RAR if you have a late Gold Coast Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go beyond Avarua and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Rarotonga Airport rental car from Avis.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Rarotonga Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Avarua
Central Avarua is around 3 kilometres from Rarotonga Airport. The time it takes to get there by car will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
The quietest month for a flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rarotonga Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Avarua based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.