Flight tickets from Aitutaki (AIT) to Rarotonga International (RAR)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Aitutaki to Rarotonga International flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Aitutaki to Rarotonga International

Aitutaki to Rarotonga International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Aitutaki to Avarua below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rarotonga International.

Arutanga to Avarua: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 17,551
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time50 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week63

Finding cheap flights from Aitutaki to Rarotonga International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Aitutaki to Rarotonga International is ₹ 34,919. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
50 minutes is the average flight time from Aitutaki to Rarotonga International.
Air New Zealand and Air Rarotonga fly direct from Aitutaki to Rarotonga International.
As of February 2026, there are 63 flights per week flying from Aitutaki to Rarotonga International.
The cheapest month to fly from Aitutaki to Rarotonga International is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga International Airport on Thursday, 5 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rarotonga International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Avarua is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Rarotonga offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rarotonga International.

Travelling from Aitutaki Airport (AIT) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport is 50 minutes.

  • Flights from AIT to RAR start from 09:10 — the earliest with Air Rarotonga. The last service of the day is at 19:40 with Air Rarotonga. In total, you can take your pick of 25 weekly Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport flights.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your AIT to RAR flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak periods, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air Rarotonga.

How to find the cheapest flights from Aitutaki Airport (AIT) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • At the moment, ₹ 17,551 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 34,919. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from AIT to RAR, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from AIT to RAR.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport.

Handy information about Aitutaki Airport (AIT)

  • To discover the fastest way to get from central Arutanga to Aitutaki Airport, use navigation apps like Google Maps. The airport is around 6 kilometres from the city centre.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to AIT? If you're boarding an early flight from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Avarua

  • Rarotonga Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Avarua. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or ride-share will depend on the time of day, so do some research beforehand.

When to fly to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Avarua based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.