Flying from Los Angeles to Rarotonga Airport (RAR): what you need to know
The timezone in Avarua is UTC-10, which is 3 hours behind Los Angeles. Rarotonga Airport is located in Avarua.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to RAR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
From central Los Angeles, LAX is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Rarotonga Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can reach VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Kick off your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Los Angeles to RAR, unwind in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Rarotonga Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near RAR:
Getting from Rarotonga Airport (RAR) to central Cook Islands
Rarotonga Airport is around 724 kilometres from central Cook Islands. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
For a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Rarotonga Airport, C$772 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just C$1,260. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Los Angeles to RAR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Rarotonga Airport (RAR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Rarotonga Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Cook Islands. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
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