Fly to Rarotonga from Los Angeles round trip from US$1,496 incl. taxes
Looking to discover new territories of the South Pacific? Explore another corner of Polynesian paradise in the Cook Islands! Air Tahiti Nui takes you to Rarotonga (RAR) from Los Angeles airport (LAX) thanks to its interline partner, Air Rarotonga. Book your Los Angeles - Rarotonga (LAX - RAR) ticket now and check all our flight offers to find your ticket at the best price.
| Departure airport | Destination airport | Distance | Flight duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LAX |
Rarotonga Cook Islands RAR |
4 695 miles | 10h57m |
Best fares for a round trip from Los Angeles to Rarotonga
Fares are all taxes included, displayed on a one-way basis, for 1 person in Moana Economy class. Select your departure date to display fares for the return flight.
Travel to Rarotonga with Air Tahiti Nui
Air Tahiti Nui connects French Polynesia with many international destinations. Enjoy direct flights to Tahiti from Los Angeles (LAX), Seattle (SEA), Tokyo Narita (NRT) and Auckland (AKL), or connecting flights from Paris (CDG). To help you discover the world effortlessly, the Polynesian airline also offers many other travel destinations thanks to its partner airlines offering codeshare and interline flights. Explore the Cook Islands with Air Tahiti Nui and its interline partner, Air Rarotonga.
Book your flight from Los Angeles to Rarotonga (LAX - RAR) and fly directly to the main island of the archipelago. Rarotonga International airport is located on the north side of the island, only 5 minutes away from Avarua, the capital of the Cook Islands. You can start your vacation from the very moment you land: once you arrive you are only 30 minutes away from checking into your resort and sipping a cocktail on the beach. The island of Rarotonga is easily accessible and takes at most 1 hour to circle the island.
Avarua airport is therefore the best gateway to the Cook Islands and to all the amazing activities available in the cultural villages, on the majestic mountains, in the crystal-clear lagoons of Rarotonga and of the stunning islands that surround it.
Book your Los Angeles - Rarotonga (LAX - RAR) flight today and check out our special offers to enjoy the Cook Islands at the best price.
Discover Rarotonga and the Cook Islands
The Cook Islands, or Kūki 'Āirani in Māori, are a large, independent archipelago associated with New Zealand. Rich in culture and exceptional landscapes, the archipelago is a dream destination for all nature lovers, sports enthusiasts keen on hiking or doing water sports, but also for those who prefer the relaxation of a trip toes in the fine sand.
Culture holds a central place in the lifestyle of the Cook Islands and visitors can immerse themselves in the traditions and ancestral art of the Māori culture. The inhabitants of Rarotonga prove every day that the legendary hospitality of the Polynesians is far from a myth.
Rarotonga is the main and largest island of the archipelago. It is surrounded by 14 other exceptional islands fringed by motu (islets) on which you'll find some of the world's most beautiful beaches.
To explore another Cook Islands treasure, Air Tahiti Nui and Air Rarotonga offer another flight destination: you can fly to the island of Aitutaki, 155 mi from Rarotonga, with our Los Angeles - Aitutaki (LAX - AIT) flights.
Use our booking form to find a flight ticket and plan your trip to the Cook Islands. Fly from the destination of your choice, with an unforgettable stopover in The Islands of Tahiti.
Enhance your LAX – RAR flight
The PPT - RAR flight is operated by our interline partner Air Rarotonga, which also serves the Tahiti - Aitutaki route. Book your flight directly on our website to enjoy this Interline partnership and our special promotional offers. Air Tahiti Nui works with the best airlines to offer you all the comfort you need for a peaceful adventure.
Does your trip include a route operated by Air Tahiti Nui between Tahiti and Seattle, Los Angeles, Paris, Tokyo or Auckland? On board our Tahitian Dreamliners, the price of a round-trip ticket includes service, baggage allowance, meals and refreshments. You can also take advantage of all our optional A la Carte services available on Air Tahiti Nui flights: A la Carte Seats, Lounge Pass for airports, Priority Pass, upgrade auctions or extra baggage reservations... Enhance your trip with Air Tahiti Nui exactly the way you want it!