Travelling from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Rarotonga Airport is 6 hours 25 minutes.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HNL to RAR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak periods, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Hawaiian Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering HNL to RAR flights. An exceptional 88.89% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Rarotonga Airport. Many passengers pass through Auckland Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight is ₹ 49,756. A round-trip ticket is currently ₹ 85,108. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HNL to RAR.
The cheapest month for flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Rarotonga Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HNL to RAR.
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Handy information about Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
You'll find HNL at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from HNL touch down on schedule 84.42% of the time.
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Honolulu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 3 hours on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to HNL? If you've booked an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Rarotonga Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Rarotonga Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RAR instead:
Go beyond Avarua and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Rarotonga Airport rental car from Avis.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Rarotonga Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Avarua
Rarotonga Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Avarua. The time 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 Daniel K. Inouye International 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 bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.