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How to get fromFrench Polynesia to Cook Islandsby plane or ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from French Polynesia to Cook Islands by plane or ferry

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  1. Fly from Fa'A'Ā International Airport

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    1. Fly from Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)plane plane PPT - RAR
    5h 9m
    $311–1,132

  2. Fly from Bora Bora Airport

    1. Fly from Bora Bora Airport (BOB) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)plane plane BOB - RAR
    7h 30m
    $492–662

  3. Ferry to Raiatea Airport, fly

    1. Take the ferry from Vaitape to Raiatea Uturoaferry ferry
    2. Fly from Raiatea Airport (RFP) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)plane plane RFP - RAR
    9h 29m
    $541–881

Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) flights

Calendar10Weekly Planes
Duration2h 43mAverage Duration
Ticket$305Cheapest Price
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Map of how to get from French Polynesia to Cook Islands.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,152.6 km
  • Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between French Polynesia and Cook Islands?

Air Tahiti and Air Rarotonga fly from Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) once daily.

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