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$878 Find Cheap Flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga

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Cheap Flight Deals from Queenstown Intl to Rarotonga (ZQN-RAR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Queenstown Intl 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 Queenstown to Rarotonga

Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Queenstown to Rarotonga.
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10:45 - 20:05ZQN-RAR
8h 20m1 stop
22:05 - 10:10RAR-ZQN
14h 05m1 stop
$878Jetstar
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Mon, 31 Mar - Sun, 6 Apr
12:45 - 13:40ZQN-RAR
23h 55m2 stops
22:05 - 16:10RAR-ZQN
20h 05m1 stop
$1,047
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Mon, 31 Mar - Sun, 6 Apr
10:25 - 13:40ZQN-RAR
26h 15m2 stops
14:55 - 10:40RAR-ZQN
20h 45m2 stops
$1,129Air New Zealand
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Mon, 3 Mar - Sun, 9 Mar
12:45 - 20:05ZQN-RAR
30h 20m1 stop
21:05 - 16:10RAR-ZQN
20h 05m1 stop
$1,168Jetstar
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Mon, 24 Mar - Sun, 30 Mar
10:45 - 20:05ZQN-RAR
8h 20m1 stop
03:05 - 10:10RAR-ZQN
9h 05m1 stop
$1,169
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Mon, 31 Mar - Sat, 5 Apr
16:05 - 20:05ZQN-RAR
27h 00m2 stops
21:05 - 16:10RAR-ZQN
20h 05m1 stop
$1,177
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Mon, 24 Mar - Sun, 30 Mar
12:45 - 20:05ZQN-RAR
30h 20m1 stop
14:55 - 10:05RAR-ZQN
20h 10m1 stop
$1,182
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Mon, 3 Mar - Sun, 9 Mar
16:05 - 13:40ZQN-RAR
20h 35m2 stops
02:05 - 12:15RAR-ZQN
11h 10m2 stops
$1,320Air New Zealand
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Mon, 24 Mar - Sat, 29 Mar
16:05 - 13:40ZQN-RAR
20h 35m2 stops
16:00 - 10:40RAR-ZQN
20h 40m2 stops
$1,592Air New Zealand
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Mon, 31 Mar - Sun, 6 Apr
16:05 - 13:40ZQN-RAR
20h 35m2 stops
15:00 - 10:40RAR-ZQN
20h 40m2 stops
$1,778Air New Zealand
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Mon, 24 Mar - Sun, 30 Mar

Flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Queenstown 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 Queenstown to Rarotonga?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Queenstown 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 Queenstown to Rarotonga is February, where tickets cost $878 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,964 and $1,373 respectively.

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Low season

January

High season

September

Cheapest flight

$878
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from Queenstown to Rarotonga

When to book flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Queenstown to Rarotonga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga

  • What is the cheapest flight from Queenstown to Rarotonga?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Queenstown to Rarotonga was $496 for a return ticket.

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

    Queenstown airport is called Queenstown Intl and the only airport in Rarotonga is Rarotonga.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga?

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Queenstown to Rarotonga are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $1,187 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 $1,134 and an overall rating of 6.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Queenstown 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 Queenstown to Rarotonga.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rarotonga from Queenstown 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 Queenstown 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 Queenstown with another airline.

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

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Queenstown 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.
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7.9
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 483 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
7.2Food
8.2Boarding
7.4Entertainment
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The flight we had booked was cancelled due to bad weather conditions, but we were lucky to arrive at the airport quite early and got a seat on an earlier flight. The flight was mostly nice, but there were some hefty turbulences towards Queenstown. One of the passengers behaved hysterically. It would have been great if the crew had done something to calm her.

8.0 ExcellentSamuel, Jan 2025AKL - ZQN
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The flight we had booked was cancelled due to bad weather conditions, but we were lucky to arrive at the airport quite early and got a seat on an earlier flight. The flight was mostly nice, but there were some hefty turbulences towards Queenstown. One of the passengers behaved hysterically. It would have been great if the crew had done something to calm her.

Sitting in an aisle seat equals getting hit by food cart and spilled on multiple times Food: gross and minimalistic Crew: frumpy and kurt Sound on multiple entertainment platforms poor Not an earplug problem, system soundboard poor

Major hassle with the weight of carryon luggage Having to repack bags at airport Not an issue in most of world Ridiculous issue considering the 400 pound gentleman sitting behind us

Overall experience was poor. In general crew was polite in speaking but that was all about it. I am vegetarian so I always carry a cup noodle box with me just in case. So I pressed "CALL" button for hot water for my cup noodle on my seat and waited for 10-15 minutes but nobody came. I personally took the box and went all the way to back of the plane. When I requested stewardess to put hot water in my cup noodle she refused as it was a "safety" hazard. I told her that you always serve coffee and tea these are also hot. But she still refused. I went back to my seat and from the seat I ordered hot water and it was brought to me without any problem. I poured THAT hot water in my cup noodle and ate. I was sitting in seat 36A, which was 2nd row in economy class. After eating my noodle I took the box and went 2 rows in the front where there was a kitchen to throw it. Again the stewardess there told me she didn't have a waste bin there and asked me to go back of the plane and throw it there. Tell me if above experiences are 'ok' for your airline??

Everything very good except the sofa couch not as comfortable as expected.

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 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

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.

Plane was delayed both on arrival to Sydney and departure. We boarded the plane while it was in the process of being refuelled, which I am certain is against CASA regulations. Comfort for anyone over 6 foot is non existent.

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