On this page, you can find and purchase flights for the Rimatara — Rurutu route. The shortest distance between the islands is only 152 km, allowing for a quick flight within French Polynesia.
Regular flights on this route are operated by VT airlines. Ticket prices can vary, so use the interactive calendar and price trend chart to find the best deals. You can also find out how to get to Rimatara airport and how to arrange a transfer by checking information on how to get from Rurutu airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Rimatara — Rurutu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Rimatara → Rurutu, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 830 | medium | May | AED 780 | medium | Sep | AED 956 | high |
| Feb | AED 729 | low | Jun | AED 830 | medium | Oct | AED 855 | medium |
| Mar | AED 704 | low | Jul | AED 981 | high | Nov | AED 755 | low |
| Apr | AED 729 | low | Aug | AED 1,006 | high | Dec | AED 931 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
In Rurutu, the warmest period lasts from January to March, when the average high reaches 26.6°C. February is the wettest month with the most precipitation, while September and October see the driest weather with the fewest rainy days.
Since exact data on minimum ticket prices is currently being updated, we recommend looking at general seasonality. Prices for inter-island flights remain stable, though demand and costs may increase during local holidays and vacations.
The best time to fly is considered to be September: this period sees the least rainfall (about 50.58 mm), and the air temperature remains comfortable. It is recommended to avoid February and March if you want to minimize the risk of tropical downpours during your trip.
Regular air service between the islands is provided by one airline — VT (Air Tahiti). It operates direct flights connecting these points in the Austral Islands. To see the current schedule by day of the week and choose a convenient departure time, check out the detailed carrier cards in the list below.
Flights Rimatara — Rurutu depart from Rimatara and arrive at Rurutu. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the points is 152 km. A direct flight usually lasts about 30–40 minutes, making this route one of the fastest ways to travel between the islands.
The main carrier on this route is VT (Air Tahiti), which operates regular flights between the airports of these islands.
Yes, there are direct flights on the Rimatara — Rurutu route, allowing you to avoid layovers at other Polynesian airports.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the departure date and booking time. Current minimum fares can always be checked in the low price calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Rurutu Airport (RUR), located in close proximity to the main settlements.
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