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Cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Rarotonga Island

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of January. Take advantage of this per

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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

13%Trains in Rarotonga Island are 13% cheaper than in Cairns.

Cairns$5.00

Rarotonga Island$4.36

MealMid-priced restaurant

33%A meal in Rarotonga Island is 33% cheaper than a meal in Cairns.

Cairns$26.00

Rarotonga Island$17.44

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

205%Taxis are 205% more expensive in Rarotonga Island than in Cairns.

Cairns$10.00

Rarotonga Island$30.52

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

2%Coffee in Rarotonga Island is 2% cheaper than in Cairns.

Cairns$6.36

Rarotonga Island$6.25

Exchange rate

1 AUD = 1.15 NZD

1 NZD = 0.88 AUD

Last checked on Fri, 19/12

Distance: 5716 kms

Cairns airports

Cairns International Airport (CNS)How far from city centre: 5 kms

Rarotonga Island airports

Rarotonga (RAR)How far from city centre: 4 kms

Get the Best Deals on Flights from Cairns to Rarotonga Island

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When do you want to depart from Cairns? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Rarotonga Island. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.

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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Cairns to Rarotonga Island and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Cairns to Rarotonga Island

How can I find cheap flights from Cairns to Rarotonga Island at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Cairns to Rarotonga Island is $792. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Rarotonga Island expensive to visit compared to Cairns?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Rarotonga Island costs an average of 30.52 AUD, 205% more expensive than Cairns, with a fare of 10.00 AUD,

while train tickets costs 13% less in Rarotonga Island: 4.36 AUD against 5.00 AUD in Cairns.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 17.44 AUD in Rarotonga Island, 33% less than the 26.00 AUD in Cairns.

The price of the coffee is around 2% cheaper in Rarotonga Island, with an average of 6.25 AUD, while in Cairns the coffee costs 6.36 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Cairns to Rarotonga Island?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Cook Islands may apply when travelling from Cairns. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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