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$385 Find Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga departing on 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flight Deals from Christchurch to Rarotonga (CHC-RAR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Christchurch to Rarotonga

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Christchurch to Rarotonga.
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19:40 - 14:40CHC-RAR
17h 00m1 stop
16:00 - 21:25RAR-CHC
7h 25m1 stop
$995Air New Zealand
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Fri, 13 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
20:55 - 14:40CHC-RAR
39h 45m2 stops
16:00 - 21:25RAR-CHC
7h 25m1 stop
$1,006Air New Zealand
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Fri, 13 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
19:40 - 14:40CHC-RAR
17h 00m2 stops
16:00 - 08:05RAR-CHC
18h 05m2 stops
$1,030Air New Zealand
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Fri, 13 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
08:00 - 01:55CHC-RAR
15h 55m2 stops
16:00 - 21:25RAR-CHC
7h 25m1 stop
$1,142Air New Zealand
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sat, 7 Jun
08:05 - 14:40CHC-RAR
28h 35m1 stop
16:00 - 11:25RAR-CHC
21h 25m1 stop
$1,207Air New Zealand
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sat, 7 Jun
08:50 - 01:55CHC-RAR
15h 05m2 stops
16:00 - 08:05RAR-CHC
18h 05m2 stops
$1,303Air New Zealand
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sat, 7 Jun

Flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga is May, where tickets cost $950 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,254 and $1,181 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

November

High season

September

Cheapest flight

$385
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga

When to book flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Christchurch to Rarotonga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga

  • What is the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga was $220 for a one-way ticket and $569 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

    On your way to Rarotonga, you’ll fly out from Christchurch. You’ll be landing at Rarotonga.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Christchurch and Rarotonga.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga, Air New Zealand or Jetstar?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $1,101 and an overall rating of 7.9, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $881 and an overall rating of 6.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rarotonga from Christchurch is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Rarotonga with an airline and back to Christchurch with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Christchurch to Rarotonga?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Rarotonga from Christchurch up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top airlines flying from Christchurch to Rarotonga

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Christchurch to Rarotonga. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Christchurch to Rarotonga? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 497 reviews
8.6Crew
7.3Food
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.2Boarding
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Liked the non-stop option, can always use more leg room!

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2024AKL - IAH
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Liked the non-stop option, can always use more leg room!

Wonderful Airlines…our American Airlines could learn from ANZ. From boarding to landing everyone was professional and gracious. Kiwi’s really are the nicest of all people! Thank you

typical long haul economy flight. Food was mediocre, inflight service was average. Offered in flight snacks but in seat ordering didn't work. Entertainment was good.

Would have been nice to have decaf coffee as an option, and perhaps a scone

Overall, a great experience from food and crew. The only setback was that this was the Second flight from Air New Zealand within a week that was an hour late for boarding.

The flight attendances were very helpful and friendly ! Dinner and breakfast were great . The seat was not too comfortable though .

The air New Zealand employees who assisted us with wheelchair aid on Auckland made our transfer from flight to the next seamless. Also were amazing in helping with our luggage and customs in Brisbane.

New Zealand crew were attentive. We were not informed that we needed transit document to pass through New Zealand. A checkin employee helped with this for which we were thankful.

Overall good. We had to transfer to Bradly terminal. We had requested wheelchair assistance. The bus that picked us up had to wait for other passengers. The wait was long. Then, at the Bradly terminal we had to wait an extended period of time for the wheel chair assistance. These delays caused tension at checked in and resulted in arriving at the gate as passengers were boarding.

The boarding process was less than ideal. While I liked being greeted with “Kia Ora”, the rest of the process was very average for business-class travel — queue, crowding, no clear separation between economy and business premier. The aircraft felt old, even though I believe it was only 6 years’ old. Travelling in Business Premier in Air New Zealand is like sitting in a glass bowl. One can see everyone, and everyone can see others. Very bad structuring of seats. If you have a choice, fly another airlines like Singapore Airlines for business — I had the option, but chose this flight due to it’s departure time. Regrettable decision. I had opted for Vegan food choice. Very poor food as well as service. It is as if the chefs preparing the meal have little idea what nutritious, healthy and filling plant-based food is. And the crew were totally uncoordinated. In the main dinner meal, the first thing I was served was a fruit bowl, and then followed by other items. No mention was made that the fruit bowl (served first) was the dessert! And then after my meal tray was cleared another steward (not the one who served the main meal) comes around asks me that now that I had had the would like the dessert. I said yes, please. He went off and comes back to tell me discreetly that I’ve already had my dessert! He also didn’t know what the dessert was — and I guess it was the fruit platter that was the first item I was served. I was traveling with partner, who had similar experience. For her, they just cleared her table without offering dessert. Extremely poor coordination. The area behind the seats was extremely dirty. I just happened to use the overhead light to try and locate something that had fallen, only to be horrified at the dust, crumbs and all kinds of other particles. The only good thing about the flight was that when it ended, our bags came very very quickly. But that I guess is more to do with airport operations for Air New Zealands at Auckland Airport rather than the flight itself. I would think very hard next time I have to fly Business Premier in New Zealand, especially on Boeing 787-9NZM, which this plane was. Basically if you are selecting seats and find that they are at a diagonal angle, do not book this if you are looking for luxurious travel. Better off with premium economy or a good economy seat. The quality of food and service indeed was way below par.

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Not very good, no food and not drink ( caffe or tea). Never ever fly with jet star.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

I like that fare is cheap but because there's no amenities whatsoever. You get what you paid for.

There's a reason why fare is cheap, no amenities.

It is what it is - nothing more, nothing less. No entertainment onboard but one kinda knows that when buying a ticket on a no frills airline. I choose Jetstar only because of price.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Christchurch to Rarotonga found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
29/1Wed
2 stopsJetstar
24h 50mCHC-RAR
$385
30/1Thu
1 stopJetstar
12h 50mCHC-RAR
$387
3/2Mon
2 stopsJetstar
24h 50mCHC-RAR
$397
31/1Fri
1 stopJetstar
22h 35mCHC-RAR
$409
31/1Fri
2 stopsAir New Zealand
17h 00mCHC-RAR
$411
1/2Sat
2 stopsJetstar
12h 20mCHC-RAR
$418
3/2Mon
1 stopJetstar
24h 15mCHC-RAR
$437
28/1Tue
1 stopJetstar
12h 50mCHC-RAR
$439
29/1Wed
1 stop
17h 50mCHC-RAR
$444
12/3Wed
1 stopJetstar
22h 35mCHC-RAR
$448

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Last minute flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga that are departing in the next 10 days.
19/12Thu
multi-stopAir New Zealand
6h 55mCHC-RAR
22/12Sun
multi-stopAir New Zealand
25h 40mRAR-CHC
$1,798
19/12Thu
multi-stopAir New Zealand
6h 55mCHC-RAR
21/12Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
20h 35mRAR-CHC
$1,861
19/12Thu
multi-stopAir New Zealand
16h 10mCHC-RAR
22/12Sun
multi-stopAir New Zealand
24h 15mRAR-CHC
$1,877
19/12Thu
multi-stopAir New Zealand
16h 10mCHC-RAR
21/12Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
20h 35mRAR-CHC
$1,938
19/12Thu
multi-stopAir New Zealand
6h 55mCHC-RAR
22/12Sun
multi-stopAir New Zealand
8h 15mRAR-CHC
$1,954
19/12Thu
multi-stopAir New Zealand
6h 55mCHC-RAR
21/12Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
15h 10mRAR-CHC
$1,955

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