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How to get fromSan Diego to Cook Islandsby plane or train

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There are 2 ways to get from San Diego to Cook Islands by plane or train

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  1. Fly from San Diego International Airport

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    1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)plane plane SAN - RAR
    13h 44m
    $633–2,121

  2. Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly

    1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain train
    2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR)plane plane LAX - RAR
    20h 24m
    $993–4,000

San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) flights

Calendar6Weekly Planes
Duration16h 13mAverage Duration
Ticket$631Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 7,516.2 km
  • Duration: 13h 44m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Cook Islands?

Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Southwest Airlines fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) 6 times a week.

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