Flying from Aitutaki Airport (AIT) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport. Arutanga and Cook Islands share the same timezone — UTC-10.
Take your pick of 25 weekly flights from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport. The 08:00 departure with Air Rarotonga is the earliest flight available between AIT and RAR. Air Rarotonga operates the last service of the day at 19:40 if you're not into early starts.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aitutaki Airport (AIT) to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
$259 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport. A return flight starts from $517. These fares can change based on availability.
To get cheap flight tickets from AIT to RAR, reserve your journey 9 months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from AIT to RAR every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Aitutaki Airport (AIT)
To find the quickest way to get from central Arutanga to Aitutaki Airport, use navigation tools like Google Maps. The airport is about 6 kilometres from the city centre.
Have an early flight from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to AIT:
Arriving at Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RAR if you have a late flight from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Cook Islands
Rarotonga Airport to central Cook Islands is roughly 724 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When to fly to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Aitutaki Airport to Rarotonga Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cook Islands. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Complete your Avarua trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Rarotonga Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Avarua trip.