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Flights from Auckland to Avarua

Nonstop flights from Auckland (AKL) to Avarua (RAR) take about 4h 16m (3,014 km). Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly it. Lowest fare seen: $118 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Auckland to Avarua

Carriers on AKL–RAR according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Auckland to Avarua fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $119 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$12326 Oct 2026 · Jetstar—
Nov 2026$14926 Nov 2026 · Jetstar—
Jan 2027$1199 Jan 2027 · Jetstar—
Feb 2027$22524 Feb 2027 · Air New Zealand—
Mar 2027$1344 Mar 2027 · Jetstar—
May 2027$1531 May 2027 · Jetstar—
Jun 2027$15621 Jun 2027 · Jetstar—

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Fares were close across the months we saw: $123 for October 2026, $119 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Auckland to Avarua, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — Auckland to Avarua flights

How long is the flight from Auckland to Avarua?
A nonstop flight from Auckland (AKL) to Avarua (RAR) takes about 4h 16m, covering 3,014 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Auckland from Avarua by air?
The great-circle distance between Auckland International Airport and Rarotonga International Airport is 3,014 km (1,873 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Auckland to Avarua?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the AKL–RAR route include Jetstar and Air New Zealand. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Auckland to Avarua cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on AKL–RAR was $118 USD with Jetstar (nonstop), departing 26 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Avarua?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $119 one-way, against $225 for February 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from New Zealand to Avarua?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Avarua visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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