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The Cook Islands' international gateway, served from Auckland, Christchurch, Papeete, Sydney, Brisbane and Honolulu. Several vehicle hire firms have a desk here.
Served by Air Rarotonga from Rarotonga several times a day, in 50 minutes on average. Some places to stay offer airport transfers.
Daily non-stop flight from Auckland in just under 4 hours, with up to three flights a day in high season (June to October). Seasonal route from Christchurch (4 h 40).
Official websiteairnewzealand.co.nz→According to Cook Islands Tourism, flies from Auckland on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays and offers direct flights from Sydney (about 6 hours) and Brisbane.
Official websitejetstar.com→Four flights a week between Tahiti and Rarotonga, taking about 2 h 40. From Los Angeles, you first fly to Papeete with Air Tahiti Nui.
Official websiteairraro.com→Domestic airline: several flights a day to Aitutaki; Atiu and Mangaia on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; other islands on demand. Day trips to Aitutaki and scenic flights over Rarotonga.
Official websiteairraro.com→A 31-day stay is granted on arrival; a passport valid 6 months beyond departure, a return ticket and proof of accommodation are required. Check the rules on the official website and your government's travel advice.
Official websitecookislands.travel→The Cook Islands run on GMT −10, on the other side of the International Date Line from Auckland: double-check the dates of your connections.
Timetables, frequencies and conditions may change independently of Dem-Tukki: check them with the airlines and the relevant authorities before each departure.