Explore The Islands of Tahiti & Cook Islands
Double the Adventure, One Effortless Journey.
Two Countries. One Unforgettable Journey.
Why make two separate journeys when you can explore the best of both worlds in one unforgettable South Pacific adventure?
Discover the magic of this remarkable region by exploring both The Islands of Tahiti and the Cook Islands. While Tahiti enchants with its dramatic mountain landscapes and French-Polynesian flair, the Cook Islands offer a more laid-back charm with untouched beaches and local Maori Polynesian culture. At every island, you will enjoy breathtaking, crystal-clear lagoons and a warm, welcoming spirit. While each destination has its unique rhythm and its own Polynesian soul, together, they create the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and authentic island beauty.
Let the video below transport you to the turquoise waters, lush landscapes, and island magic that awaits you!
Your Path to Paradise
Take a look at the map here to see how easy it is to fly from Los Angeles or Seattle to The Islands of Tahiti, then onward to the Cook Islands!
Start Planning Your Perfect Itinerary
With nonstop flights to The Islands of Tahiti with Air Tahiti Nui and easy connections to the Cook Islands with Air Rarotonga or Air Tahiti, it’s never been simpler to explore two stunning destinations in one trip.
Here are two sample itineraries to help you visualize how to make the most of your time in paradise:
Looking to leave from Los Angeles to enjoy a week-long trip to the Cook Islands?
- Take a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Tahiti on Friday, with Air Tahiti Nui on flight TN101. Depart at 11:55pm.
- Land in Tahiti at 5:05am on Saturday. Take a short 2-hour and 45-minute flight with Air Rarotonga on GZ35 at 8:35am.
- Land in Rarotonga at 11:20am on Saturday.
- Enjoy Saturday through Thursday in the Cook Islands!
- Fly back to Tahiti on Air Rarotonga's GZ36 flight, departing at 4:00pm on Thursday.
- Land in Tahiti at 6:45pm. Take Air Tahiti Nui's TN8 flight at 11:45pm to land in Los Angeles on Friday at 10:35am, ending your amazing week away!
Looking to enjoy 10 nights in both the Cook Islands and The Islands of Tahiti?
- Take Air Tahiti Nui's direct flight, TN51, from Seattle to Tahiti on Wednesday, departing at 9:35pm.
- Land in Tahiti at 4:00am on Thursday. Take a quick flight to the Cook Islands on Air Tahiti on VT34 at 12:20pm.
- Land in Rarotonga at 3:05pm on Thursday.
- Enjoy a week, from Thursday to the following Thursday, in the Cook Islands!
- Travel back to Tahiti on Air Tahiti's VT36 flight, departing at 4:00pm on Thursday.
- Land in Tahiti at 6:45pm on Thursday.
- Enjoy Thursday night through Saturday night in The Islands of Tahiti!
- Sunday morning, take Air Tahiti Nui's TN51 flight that departs at 7:00am and lands in Seattle at 7:15pm, closing out your ultimate getaway!
In addition to the sample itineraries above, weekly flights from both Los Angeles and Seattle to Tahiti, plus onward service to the Cook Islands, give you flexibility to create your ideal itinerary. Check the chart below to view the current flight schedule:
Airline | Route | Frequency | Schedule |
Air Tahiti Nui | Los Angeles - Tahiti | 11 flights per week | Daily |
Air Tahiti Nui | Seattle - Tahiti | 2 flights per week | Sundays & Wednesdays |
Air Rarotonga | Papeete - Rarotonga | 2 flights per week | Sundays & Wednesdays |
Air Tahiti | Papeete - Rarotonga | 2 flights per week | Thursdays & Saturdays |
Wondering what awaits in the Cook Islands?
Use the link below to take a look at some of the top experiences and must-see highlights that make this South Pacific gem so unforgettable:
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