Flying from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
Perth's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Perth 18 hours ahead of Avarua.
Your RAR to PER flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Rarotonga Airport to Perth Airport. Auckland Airport is a top stopover on the RAR to PER route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to Perth Airport (PER)
Right now, $485 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Rarotonga Airport to Perth Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,596. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RAR to PER if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Rarotonga Airport to Perth Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from RAR to PER.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Rarotonga Airport to Perth Airport.
Handy information about Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
When it comes to Rarotonga Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.18% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To discover the fastest way to get from central Avarua to Rarotonga Airport, use navigation apps like Google Maps. The airport is about 3 kilometres from the city centre.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near RAR. Whether you have an early flight from Rarotonga Airport to Perth Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
Reserve a hotel near PER if you're on a late Rarotonga Airport to Perth Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Perth Airport rental car and explore Perth and beyond with your own set of wheels. SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals and No birds are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Perth Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
From Perth Airport, Perth is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Rarotonga Airport to Perth Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Perth. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Rarotonga Airport to Perth Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Perth, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RAR to PER in August. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Perth, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey about 40 kilometres south to Rockingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Penguin Island to The Catalpa Memorial and Point Peron, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 64 kilometres south of Perth, Mandurah is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Emma Blyth Gallery, Dolphin Quay and Len Howard Conservation Park.