Flights from Rarotonga (RAR) to Melbourne (MEL)

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Rarotonga to Melbourne Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Rarotonga (RAR) to Melbourne (MEL)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Rarotonga to Melbourne flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top RAR to MEL routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Rarotonga Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
RAR
Traveling To
Tullamarine
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
MEL
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Rarotonga Intl. Airport (RAR) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
The journey between Rarotonga and Melbourne typically takes 8 hours and 47 minutes — plan ahead and bring the gear you need to be nice and cosy.
What airlines fly direct from Rarotonga Intl. Airport (RAR) to MEL?
You can’t travel directly between RAR and Tullamarine Airport (MEL) at the moment, but Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines and United Airlines all offer flights with just one easy stopover. Why not take advantage of that layover? Stretch your cramped legs or indulge in a spot of shopping — see, it ain’t all that bad!
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Melbourne VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
MEL
Longitude:
144.843013
Latitude:
-37.673295
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney
Address:
Rarotonga ,
Cook Islands
IATA code:
RAR
Longitude:
-159.798529
Latitude:
-21.19992
Time zone:
Pacific/Rarotonga

Rarotonga to Melbourne Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to Melbourne, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from RAR to MEL. With heaps of cheap fares from Rarotonga, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Melbourne from Rarotonga  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Melbourne from Rarotonga from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Melbourne in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Melbourne from Rarotonga 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Rarotonga to Melbourne today!  

Find cheap airfares to Melbourne from Rarotonga 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Rarotonga and Melbourne
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Rarotonga to Melbourne

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
4.5 out of 5
Arrival Drive, Melbourne Airport, VIC
The price is AU$264 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
AU$264
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,655 reviews)
"Wondering"

Reviewed on 2 Dec. 2024

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
10-14 Centre Road, Melbourne Airport, VIC
The price is AU$198 per night from 25 Dec to 26 Dec
AU$198
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"The Holiday inn at Melbourne airport is very convenient and being able to have a late check 2.00pm out worked for us having a 4.00pm, the rooms are very quite with no aircraft noise and the beds and pillows are great.."

Reviewed on 2 Dec. 2024

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, an IHG Hotel
Mantra Melbourne Airport
Mantra Melbourne Airport
4.5 out of 5
2 Trade Park Drive, Tullamarine, VIC
The price is AU$189 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
AU$189
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The lights in our unit weren't working properly The window curtain opened onto a carpark/office space so you couldn't let natural light in as were unaware if someone could see you . Roof service trays were put out at night and still there till 5pm the next day."

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

Mantra Melbourne Airport
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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