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How to get fromNelson to Cook Islandsby plane or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Nelson to Cook Islands by plane or bus

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  1. Fly from Nelson Airport

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    1. Fly from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)plane plane NSN - RAR
    9h 17m
    $404–1,514

  2. Bus to Woodbourne Airport, fly

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Nelson to Woodbournebus bus
    2. Fly from Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)plane plane BHE - RAR
    10h 24m
    $331–1,244

Nelson Airport (NSN) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) flights

Calendar18Weekly Planes
Duration7h 52mAverage Duration
Ticket$379Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 3,388.1 km
  • Duration: 9h 17m

What companies run services between Nelson, New Zealand and Cook Islands?

Air New Zealand and Jetstar fly from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) 3 times a day.

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