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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
9%Trains in Rarotonga are 9% cheaper than in Sydney.
Sydney$5.00
Rarotonga$4.56
MealMid-priced restaurant
45%A meal in Rarotonga is 45% cheaper than a meal in Sydney.
Sydney$25.00
Rarotonga$13.67
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
360%Taxis are 360% more expensive in Rarotonga than in Sydney.
Sydney$7.00
Rarotonga$31.90
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
21%Coffee is 21% more expensive in Rarotonga than in Sydney.
Sydney$5.14
Rarotonga$6.23
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 1.1 NZD
1 NZD = 0.92 AUD
Last checked on Fri, 28/03
Distance: 4984 kms
Sydney airports
Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith Airport) (SYD)How far from city centre: 8 kms
Rarotonga airports
Rarotonga (RAR)How far from city centre: 4 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Sydney to Rarotonga

How long does the flight take to go from Sydney to Rarotonga?
The total flight time between Sydney and Rarotonga is of around 06:30 hours on average, considering an average distance of 5,100 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Sydney to Rarotonga at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Sydney to Rarotonga is $303. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Rarotonga expensive to visit compared to Sydney?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Rarotonga costs an average of 31.90 AUD, 356% more expensive than Sydney, with a fare of 7.00 AUD,

while train tickets costs 9% less in Rarotonga: 4.56 AUD against 5.00 AUD in Sydney.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 13.67 AUD in Rarotonga, 45% less than the 25.00 AUD in Sydney.

The price of the coffee is around 21% more expensive in Rarotonga, with an average of 6.23 AUD , while in Sydney the coffee costs 5.14 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Sydney to Rarotonga?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Cook Islands may apply when travelling from Sydney. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Rarotonga compared to Sydney?
While in Sydney the temperatures can reach an average of 36.63 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Rarotonga's temperatures can go up to 31.75 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 17.05 ºC in Rarotonga, compared to the 2.8 ºC average degrees reported in Sydney. During the winter period, Sydney can register 3 mm precipitation, while Rarotonga have an average of 6 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Sydney and Rarotonga?

The main airport route flying between Sydney and Rarotonga is: Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith Airport) (SYD) to Rarotonga (RAR). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Jetstar.

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