Distance from CBD

3km

Taxi

Around $5.93 to CBD

Public Transport

Cooks Buses operate a round-the-island public bus service passing by the airport every 30 minutes. Hotel mini buses also service the airport regularly.

Car Hire

Car hire desks are located in the arrivals terminal and opposite the terminal building. Companies include Avis, Budget, Rarotonga Rentals and Fun Rentals. You can book your car online to guarantee availability.

Check-in

Check-in counters are located near the terminal entrance.

Money Exchange

Money exchange facilities can be found within the terminal. Pre-purchase New Zealand Dollars in the form of cash from Travel Money Oz.

Business Services

Business facilities are available in the Air New Zealand Koru lounge, for eligible passengers.

Internet Access

Wi-fi is available throughout the terminal via 2 providers. Access cards can be purchased from the airline counters or from various outletes across the island.

Baggage

A baggage storage service is available at the check-in area adjacent to the passenger drop-off zone.

Showers

Shower facilities are located in the Air New Zealand Koru lounge, for eligible passengers.

Airport Lounges

Rarotonga Airport is home to several lounges some of which are operated independently. To arrange lounge access, talk to your Flight Centre consultant.

Airline Lounges

The following airlines have lounges located within the airport. For access to specific lounges, refer to your airline.

Air New Zealand - Air New Zealand operates an airside Koru lounge, adjacent to the international departure gates. The lounge opens 3 hours before the first flight departs and remains opens until the last flight departs. Lounge facilities include light refreshments, bar facilities, reading material, TV, gaming consoles, business facilities and showers. Air New Zealand lounges are available to eligible passengers with Koru membership.

The following airlines reach Rarotonga International Airport. Don't see the airline you are looking for? Talk to a consultant to book your Rarotonga flights with your preferred airline.

The following airlines reach Rarotonga. Don't see the airline you are looking for? Talk to a consultant to book your Rarotonga flights with your preferred airline.

International
Air New Zealand NZ
Air Tahiti Nui TN
Virgin Australia - International VA

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