What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Rarotonga?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Rarotonga is to fly which costs $450 - $1,700 and takes 13h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Rarotonga?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Rarotonga is to fly which takes 13h 35m and costs $450 - $1,700.

How far is it from Cairns to Rarotonga?

The distance between Cairns and Rarotonga is 5725 km.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Rarotonga?

It takes approximately 13h 35m to get from Cairns to Rarotonga, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Rarotonga?

Rarotonga is 20h behind Cairns. It is currently 9:31 AM in Cairns and 1:31 PM in Rarotonga.

Where can I stay near Rarotonga?

There are 221+ hotels available in Rarotonga.

Cairns to Rarotonga - one way to travel via plane

There is 1 way to get from Cairns to Rarotonga by plane

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1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)CNS - RAR
13h 35m
$457–1,616

Cairns (CNS) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) flights

14Weekly Planes

12h 42mAverage Duration

$455Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 5,725.4 km
Duration: 13h 35m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Rarotonga, Cook Islands?

Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia fly from Cairns (CNS) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) twice daily.

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