FAQ: How Do You Get To The Cook Islands?

How do you get to the Cook Islands from the UK?

There are no direct flights from the UK to the Cook Islands but you can take connecting flights that change in either Los Angeles, USA, or Auckland, New Zealand. This offers the possibility of combining your trip to the Cook Islands with a road trip in New Zealand or the USA.

How much does it cost to fly to the Cook Islands?

The cheapest ticket to the Cook Islands from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $416 one-way, and $1,595 round-trip. The most popular route is from Los Angeles to Rarotonga and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $1,839.

How long is the flight from LA to the Cook Islands?

The total flight duration from Los Angeles, CA to Cook Islands is 9 hours, 52 minutes.

What is the best time to visit Cook Islands?

In short, there is no bad time weather-wise to visit the Cook Islands, although the shoulder months of April, May, September, and October usually provide the best combination of sunshine and warmth.

Are Cook Islands expensive?

Although Cook Islands has the same currency as New Zealand, general items such as food, shopping, accommodation and activities can still be quite pricey!

What airlines fly to the Cook Islands?

There are currently four airlines flying to the Cook Islands – Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Air Tahiti.

Are the Cook Islands safe?

The Cook Islands’ crime rate is low. Thieves sometimes target tourists, especially at the beach. Watch out for your belongings. Don’t leave valuables in motor scooters or motorcycles.

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Is food expensive in Rarotonga?

Food and drink can be expensive as a lot of it is imported, however we dine out for most of our meals and prices are similar to New Zealand.

What is the cheapest Pacific island to visit?

Vanuatu is the cheapest Pacific Island destination for those who don’t want to stray too far!

Are there sharks in the Cook Islands?

There are 18 different species of shark found in Cook Island waters. The more common sharks include the white-tip reef shark, the black-tip reef shark and the grey reef shark. Other sightings include hammerhead sharks, oceanic white-tip sharks, tiger sharks and whale sharks.

How long can you stay in the Cook Islands?

When you come to the Cook Islands, a valid passport and a return ticket will allow you a stay of up to 31 days.

How far are the Cook Islands from Los Angeles?

The flight distance between Los Angeles and Rarotonga Island is 4,683 miles (or 7,536 km).

What is the average temperature in the Cook Islands?

Cook Islands Annual Average Climate

Averages Jan May
Rainfall (mm) 250.4 169.4
Temp (°C) 26.8 26.3
Min Temp (°C) 24.9 24.2
Max Temp (°C) 29.2 28.7

What is the rainy season in Rarotonga?

The autumn months run from March to May and spring runs from September to November. These seasons sit right on the edge of the rainy season on Rarotonga which typically runs from December to April.

Which is the best side of Rarotonga to stay on?

The north coast of Rarotonga is the best part of the island for proximity to the airport and the capital, Avarua. The latter is a working harbor with a charming Colonial-era ambiance. Visitors staying here will be close to all the amenities, including banks, supermarkets and museums.