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Flights from Rarotonga to Bangkok

There are no direct flights from Rarotonga to Bangkok. The easiest way is one stop via Brisbane or Sydney, about 17h 35m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 17h 35m
RARBKKBNE

Rarotonga to Bangkok at a glance

Fastest journey17h 35mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Brisbane or Sydney

Best ways to fly from Rarotonga to Bangkok

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
RAR Brisbane (BNE) BKK
Leg 1: Jetstar Airways · Leg 2: Jetstar Airways
One airline, one ticket ~17h 35m
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RAR Sydney (SYD) BKK
Leg 1: Jetstar Airways · Leg 2: Qantas, Thai Airways
Self-transfer likely ~19h 08m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
11,542 km7,168 miles
Journey time
17h 35mestimate
Time difference
+17hBangkok vs Rarotonga
Currency in Bangkok
THB
Airports
RAR → BKK, DMK

Flights from Rarotonga to Bangkok: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Rarotonga to Bangkok?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Brisbane and Sydney. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Rarotonga to Bangkok?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 17h 35m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 11,542 km.
Where do you change planes between Rarotonga and Bangkok?
The best connecting points are Brisbane (BNE) and Sydney (SYD). Jetstar Airways flies both legs via Brisbane, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Rarotonga and Bangkok?
Rarotonga: Rarotonga International Airport (RAR). Bangkok: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
What is the time difference between Rarotonga and Bangkok?
Bangkok is 17 hours ahead of Rarotonga.

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