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How long is the flight from Nuku'alofa to Rarotonga?

TBUNuku'alofa
RARRarotonga
Flight Time
2 h 16 min
Distance
1,592km

989 miles

Departure
06:10
Arrival
09:27
From

TBUNuku'alofa

Fua'amotu International Airport

Departure 06:10 · Pacific/Tongatapu

To

RARRarotonga

Rarotonga International Airport

Arrival 09:27 · Pacific/Rarotonga

Route Details

The flight from Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) in Nuku'alofa to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) in Rarotonga covers a distance of approximately 1,592 kilometers (989 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 2 h 16 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
Pacific/Tongatapu
Arrival Time Zone
Pacific/Rarotonga

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Nuku'alofa to Rarotonga?

A direct flight from Nuku'alofa to Rarotonga takes around 2 h 16 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Nuku'alofa to Rarotonga?

The distance from Nuku'alofa to Rarotonga is about 1,592 kilometers (989 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Nuku'alofa to Rarotonga?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 2 h 16 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Rarotonga to Nuku'alofa.