$1,000+ Cheap flights to Washington, D.C.

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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3 May — 10 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Washington, D.C. in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 3 April 2026.

Thu 10/906:00
AKL
-
DCA
3 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/911:00
DCA
-
AKL
3 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$2,284
Sat 31/1020:10
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops33h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 2/1108:30
IAD
-
AKL
1 stop26h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/3$2,375
Sat 31/1020:10
AKL
-
DCA
2 stops33h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 2/1107:50
DCA
-
AKL
1 stop31h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/3$2,375
Sun 17/515:35
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/506:25
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops37h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$2,515
Thu 10/906:45
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops39h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/912:48
IAD
-
AKL
3 stops33h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$2,599
Sat 12/1213:20
AKL
-
IAD
1 stop20h 48m
American Airlines
Sat 2/106:10
IAD
-
AKL
1 stop34h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 30/3$2,618
Tue 8/916:25
AKL
-
DCA
3 stops43h 35m
Air Canada
Sun 27/920:40
DCA
-
AKL
3 stops51h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/4$2,669
Mon 18/519:50
AKL
-
IAD
1 stop18h 59m
Air New Zealand
Mon 25/522:20
IAD
-
AKL
1 stop39h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/4$2,732
Mon 18/519:50
AKL
-
BWI
1 stop36h 43m
Air New Zealand
Mon 25/506:00
BWI
-
AKL
1 stop31h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/4$2,732
Mon 25/516:25
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop34h 35m
American Airlines
Sun 31/517:16
DCA
-
AKL
2 stops28h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/4$2,751
Sat 16/513:25
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops32h 15m
American Airlines
Tue 19/507:00
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops41h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/4$2,753
Fri 15/520:15
AKL
-
BWI
1 stop24h 59m
Air New Zealand
Fri 22/507:00
BWI
-
AKL
1 stop31h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 31/3$2,765

Find flight deals to Washington, D.C.

Find the latest flights to Washington, D.C. in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Return from

$2,284

One-way from

$1,000

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$2,478
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 10/9-27/9
  • 6 total stops
  • 66h 55m total
  • Auckland to Washington, D.C.
21/4
  • 21/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 22m total
  • Auckland to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($348 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in April 2026

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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/9

06:45-20:25

3 stops29h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 27/9

09:55-15:05

3 stops36h 10m

$2,634

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

19:50-16:33

1 stop36h 43m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 25/5

06:00-05:30

1 stop31h 30m

$2,732

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/5

13:25-05:40

2 stops32h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 19/5

07:00-16:50

2 stops41h 50m

$2,753

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

19:50-23:58

1 stop20h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 25/5

16:59-05:30

1 stop20h 31m

$2,817

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/8

16:25-10:54

1 stop34h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 15/8

17:30-13:20

2 stops27h 50m

$2,822

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/5

19:50-22:15

1 stop18h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 31/5

07:55-06:00

1 stop30h 05m

$2,861

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/5

19:50-23:59

1 stop20h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 31/5

07:55-06:00

1 stop30h 05m

$2,868

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/5

19:50-22:49

1 stop18h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 19/5

06:30-07:10

1 stop32h 40m

$2,878

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/5

19:50-22:15

1 stop18h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 19/5

17:59-07:10

1 stop21h 11m

$2,878

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/5

19:50-23:58

1 stop20h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/5

11:55-06:00

2 stops26h 05m

$2,884

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Washington, D.C.

How long is the flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Washington, D.C. takes 22 hours 13 minutes. Flights to Washington, D.C. from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Washington, D.C. are United Airlines and Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 3 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines to the United States by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

FAQs about flying to Washington, D.C.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Washington, D.C..

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.?

    Baltimore/Washington is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.. One-way flights to Baltimore/Washington typically cost $219, while return flights cost around $531.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Washington, D.C. depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Washington, D.C., Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleepbox Lounge Iad, Dulles International Airport is the closest property to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (0.0 km away from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl).

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