โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Aitutaki Airport (AIT) serves the Cook Islandsโ Aitutaki atoll with a small openโair terminal beside the runway. Airline checkโin counters and baggage scales are located in one hall; after a brief security check when applied, passengers proceed to a shaded departure area before walking to their aircraft. Arrivals deplane onto the apron, and baggage is returned in the same compact building.\n\nThe airfield is very walkable. From the car park to checkโin is typically 1โ2 minutes. From the terminal to the aircraft is a 30โ60 second walk depending on stand position. There are no buses or jet bridges; all movements are groundโlevel.\n\nSecurity screening may be applied to domestic departures based on operational requirements; there are no immigration or customs facilities at AIT. International formalities for journeys to/from Aitutaki occur at Rarotonga International (RAR).\n\nAmenities include restrooms, seating, and a small kiosk or cafรฉ when flights are operating. WiโFi and mobile coverage can vary. Taxis and resort transfers provide ground transport; confirm pickโups in advance, particularly for early or late flights.\n\nAccessibility is stepโfree into the terminal and across the forecourt; staff can assist passengers with reduced mobility. Family facilities are limitedโbring baby supplies, water, and sunscreen for outdoor boarding.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow adequate time for connections. Check with airline for specific requirements.
โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Enua Airport (AIU) serves Atiu Island in the Cook Islands. The terminal is a small, openโair structure adjacent to the runway, used by Air Rarotonga for interโisland flights. Checkโin is handled at a simple counter; passengers proceed to a shaded waiting area and then walk to the aircraft for boarding. Arrivals are handled in the same compact space with baggage returned by hand.\n\nThe layout is minimal and very easy to navigate. From the road/parking to the counter is under a minute, and the walk to the aircraft is typically 30โ60 seconds. There are no buses, jet bridges, or interโterminal connections.\n\nSecurity screening is lightweight and applied as operationally required for domestic flights. There are no immigration or customs facilities at AIU; international formalities for connecting itineraries occur at Rarotonga (RAR).\n\nAmenities are limited to restrooms, seating, and occasional kiosk service when flights operate. Connectivity may be intermittent. Ground transport is by preโarranged lodge transfers or local taxis; arrange pickโups ahead of time.\n\nAccessibility is stepโfree; staff can assist passengers with reduced mobility. Family facilities are minimalโbring baby supplies, drinking water, and sun protection.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow adequate time for connections. Check with airline for specific requirements.
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