Travelling from Vancouver to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know
Rarotonga Airport is located in Cook Islands. The city operates in the UTC-10 timezone and is 3 hours behind Vancouver.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to RAR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes approximately 33 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Rarotonga Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 16 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Vancouver to RAR? Kick back in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Rarotonga Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near RAR:
Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Cook Islands
Central Cook Islands is about 724 kilometres from Rarotonga Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Rarotonga Airport is $4,147. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,124. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get flight tickets from Vancouver to RAR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Vancouver to Rarotonga Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Cook Islands. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
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