Cheap Flights from Rarotonga (RAR) to Honolulu (HNL)

Popular airlines from Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Rarotonga Airport to Honolulu International Airport?
A direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines takes around 6 hours and 15 minutes. Lock in a seat on the 11:35PM flight from RAR and land at Honolulu International Airport at 5:50AM. Snap up a fantastic deal on this and other routes when you book your fare with Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from RAR to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) last minute?
Booking your flight from Rarotonga Intl. Airport (RAR) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) last minute could save you dollars if you get lucky and find a real bargain. However, airfares don't typically get cheaper as the departure date nears. If you wait around, flights could also be sold out or the best seats taken (don't get stuck in the middle!). If you'd prefer to play it safe, book well in advance of when you want to leave. Note that some of the biggest deals can be found up to a year in advance. If your favorite airline hasn't released its airfares yet, check back regularly as offers are constantly updated on Expedia.
What airports do you fly into for Honolulu from Rarotonga?
Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL), Molokai Airport (MKK) and Kapolei, HI (JRF-Kalaeloa) are your options when jetting from Rarotonga to Honolulu. Roughly 6 kilometers northwest of downtown Honolulu, Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) is the city's main hub. Take into account things like flight arrival and departure times and the distance to your hotel before you select an airport. Diamond Head and University of Hawaii at Manoa are a couple of terrific attractions to put on your itinerary when you get to your destination.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Rarotonga Airport to Honolulu International Airport?
Between 11:00 PM - 0:00 AM is when you'll find lots of Hawaiian Airlines flights taking off from RAR to Honolulu International Airport. Our recommendation? Fly out earlier in the day. With air traffic yet to build up, your odds of jumping on a delay-free flight are better.
Can I change the date of my flight from Rarotonga Airport to Honolulu Intl. Airport?
It's a breeze to make changes to your Rarotonga Intl. Airport (RAR) to HNL journey yourself. Log in to the Expedia Trips portal and select "change flight." Look around for new flights and choose the one that fits your new plans. You'll get an estimate of applicable flight change fees. Alternatively, use our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and get answers to all your questions.

Travel information

Origin airport
Rarotonga Intl.
Destination airport
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Distance
4706 km
Average flight time
6 hours 5 mins

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Rarotonga to Honolulu Flights

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