What is the tower frequency at NCRG?

The tower frequency at Rarotonga Intl is 118.1 MHz.

Does NCRG require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Rarotonga Intl (Cook Islands).

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Rarotonga Intl

Rarotonga Intl (NCRG/RAR) serves Rarotonga I, Cook Islands. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (08/26). Field elevation is 19 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 7/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: NCRG
Name: Rarotonga Intl
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -21.2027
Longitude: -159.806
Elevation: 19 ft
Country: Cook Islands
Municipality: Rarotonga I
IATA Code: RAR
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Pacific/Rarotonga
Distance from City: 2.1 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 08/26

Designation: 08/26
Dimensions: 7638 X 150
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: NZD 12.00 per 1,000 kg MTOW
Parking Fee: NZD 6.00 per 1,000 kg per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: NZD
Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at NCRG.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Standard Jet A-1 available at NCRG.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Primary international port of entry. Rarotonga Intl. Full customs and immigration.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Main Cook Islands airport. Tourism from NZ and Australia.

Airport Services

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Cook Islands Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure

Private / GA Operations:

Foreign registered aircraft may operate per AIP notification and approval requirements.

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Nearby Airports

NCMG Mangaia Island Airport 114 NM NCAT Enua Airport 120 NM NCMN Manuae Airport 126 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at NCRG?: The tower frequency at Rarotonga Intl is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at NCRG?: Rarotonga Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does NCRG require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Rarotonga Intl (Cook Islands).

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