Which airports can I use when flying from Portland to Rarotonga?

Flights from Portland to Rarotonga usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Rarotonga (RAR).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Portland to Rarotonga?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Portland to Rarotonga.

Which airports do connecting flights from Portland to Rarotonga pass through?

Most connecting flights from Portland to Rarotonga pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to Rarotonga?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 71% on flights from Portland to Rarotonga. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $946 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $3,205, a difference of $2,259. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Do I need a passport to fly from Portland to Rarotonga?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from Portland to Rarotonga looking right now?

One-way fares from Portland to Rarotonga are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,232, which is 107% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Portland and Rarotonga?

Rarotonga is 3 hours behind Portland (Cook Islands Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Portland to Rarotonga flight?

Round-trip flights from Portland to Rarotonga range from $946 to $1,580, with an average of $1,072 over the past 12 months. Anything below $946 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Rarotonga?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Rarotonga. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 198% higher.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Portland to Rarotonga?

Flights via Honolulu (HNL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,123. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Portland to Rarotonga which airport offers the shortest layover?

Honolulu (HNL) had the shortest average connection time for Portland to Rarotonga layovers at 10h 35m over the past 3 months.

$593 CHEAP FLIGHTS from Portland to Rarotonga (PDX - RAR)

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Cheapest round-trip

$969

Typical prices: $946-$1,580

Multiple Airlines

Mon 4/9Tue 4/24

PDX - RAR • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way

$593

Typical prices: $572-$593

Alaska Airlines

Tue 12/18

PDX - RAR • 2 stops

When to travel

August

Cheapest • 13% price drop

May

Most popular

Good to know

Start a new search

KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.

We hope you love your trip to Rarotonga!

Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Portland to Rarotonga (PDX-RAR)

Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Round-trip

One-way

Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Rarotonga

Fri, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 24

7:00 am - 10:55 pmPDX Portland-RAR Rarotonga

18h 55m2 stops Kahului Honolulu

12:05 pm - 7:00 amRAR Rarotonga-PDX Portland

15h 55m1 stop Honolulu

$969Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 24

10:30 am - 10:55 pmPDX Portland-RAR Rarotonga

15h 25m1 stop Honolulu

12:05 pm - 8:50 pmRAR Rarotonga-PDX Portland

29h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$976Alaska Airlines

Fri, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 24

7:13 am - 10:55 pmPDX Portland-RAR Rarotonga

18h 42m2 stops Lihue Honolulu

12:05 pm - 7:21 pmRAR Rarotonga-PDX Portland

28h 16m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

$988Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 2

7:27 am - 10:50 pmPDX Portland-RAR Rarotonga

17h 23m2 stops Lihue Honolulu

12:05 pm - 6:04 amRAR Rarotonga-PDX Portland

39h 59m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

$1,361Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 23

7:00 am - 10:55 pmPDX Portland-RAR Rarotonga

17h 55m1 stop Honolulu

12:05 pm - 8:30 pmRAR Rarotonga-PDX Portland

30h 25m1 stop Honolulu

$1,506Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 2

7:27 am - 10:50 pmPDX Portland-RAR Rarotonga

17h 23m2 stops Lihue Honolulu

12:05 pm - 6:04 amRAR Rarotonga-PDX Portland

39h 59m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

$1,546Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 2

7:27 am - 10:50 pmPDX Portland-RAR Rarotonga

17h 23m2 stops Lihue Honolulu

12:05 pm - 6:01 amRAR Rarotonga-PDX Portland

15h 56m1 stop Honolulu

$1,728Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 23

5:32 pm - 11:20 amPDX Portland-RAR Rarotonga

19h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Papeete Faaa

12:15 pm - 8:34 pmRAR Rarotonga-PDX Portland

30h 19m2 stops Papeete Faaa Los Angeles

$1,829Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 23

10:35 am - 10:55 pmPDX Portland-RAR Rarotonga

14h 20m1 stop Honolulu

12:05 pm - 6:00 amRAR Rarotonga-PDX Portland

15h 55m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

$1,871Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 2

7:15 am - 10:50 pmPDX Portland-RAR Rarotonga

17h 35m1 stop Honolulu

12:05 pm - 6:01 amRAR Rarotonga-PDX Portland

15h 56m1 stop Honolulu

$1,913Multiple Airlines

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Rarotonga flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

Prices

Layovers

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Rarotonga?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Rarotonga. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 198% higher.

Find deals

Low season	February
High season	May
Cheapest flight	$593

Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.

The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travelers.

One-way flight from Portland to Rarotonga

When to book flights from Portland to Rarotonga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland to Rarotonga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

Estimated round-trip price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Portland to Rarotonga?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Portland to Rarotonga.
Do I need a passport to fly from Portland to Rarotonga?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Portland to Rarotonga flight?
Round-trip flights from Portland to Rarotonga range from $946 to $1,580, with an average of $1,072 over the past 12 months. Anything below $946 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Portland to Rarotonga looking right now?
One-way fares from Portland to Rarotonga are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,232, which is 107% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Portland to Rarotonga?
Flights from Portland to Rarotonga usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Rarotonga (RAR).
Which airports do connecting flights from Portland to Rarotonga pass through?
Most connecting flights from Portland to Rarotonga pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to Rarotonga?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 71% on flights from Portland to Rarotonga. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $946 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $3,205, a difference of $2,259.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Portland and Rarotonga?
Rarotonga is 3 hours behind Portland (Cook Islands Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $946, about $2,259 less than Monday fares (70% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Rarotonga trip for August. Fares historically average $929 round-trip in that month - typically $1,103 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Rarotonga Airport.

• The Islander Hotel
• Wellesley Hotel Rarotonga

More options for your flight from Portland to Rarotonga

Add a hotel or car rental

Airports

Cabin class

Direct Flights

Origins

Other destinations

Complete your trip to Rarotonga with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Rarotonga

Hotels in Rarotonga

PDX - RAR

$593 Find Cheap Flights from Portland to Rarotonga - Compare and Save

Everything you should know

Cheap Flights from Portland to Rarotonga (PDX-RAR)

Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Rarotonga

Recent one-way flight deals from Portland to Rarotonga

Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Rarotonga flights

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Rarotonga?

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Portland to Rarotonga?

When flying from Portland to Rarotonga which airport offers the shortest layover?

Key details for Portland to Rarotonga flights

Low season

High season

Cheapest flight

When to book flights from Portland to Rarotonga

Your Portland to Rarotonga flight questions, answered

Your guide to booking Portland to Rarotonga flights

More options for your flight from Portland to Rarotonga

Complete your trip to Rarotonga with a hotel stay or car rental

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cabin class types available on flights from Portland to Rarotonga

Find direct flights to and from Portland and Rarotonga

Flights from domestic origins to Rarotonga

Flights to other popular destinations