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$711+ 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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— WAS
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
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 25 February 2026.

Thu 26/213:20
AKL
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DCA
2 stops24h 24m
American Airlines
Mon 2/308:30
DCA
-
AKL
1 stop31h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,293
Wed 25/213:20
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop37h 38m
American Airlines
Sat 28/208:30
DCA
-
AKL
1 stop31h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,300
Tue 10/314:50
AKL
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IAD
1 stop31h 46m
United Airlines
Wed 11/308:26
IAD
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AKL
2 stops30h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,493
Wed 10/616:25
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop31h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 22/617:35
DCA
-
AKL
2 stops31h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,607
Mon 25/516:25
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop34h 41m
American Airlines
Sun 31/517:35
DCA
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AKL
2 stops27h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,630
Tue 1/916:25
AKL
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IAD
2 stops40h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 15/919:15
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops26h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,652
Sat 1/816:25
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop31h 34m
American Airlines
Sat 15/817:30
DCA
-
AKL
2 stops27h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,694
Thu 26/223:30
AKL
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IAD
2 stops35h 57m
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon 2/318:27
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops56h 53m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,794
Tue 10/307:35
AKL
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IAD
2 stops32h 18m
American Airlines
Wed 11/305:00
IAD
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AKL
2 stops34h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,804
Tue 10/312:20
AKL
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IAD
2 stops37h 28m
American Airlines
Sat 14/319:03
IAD
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AKL
2 stops58h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,856
Thu 26/215:50
AKL
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DCA
1 stop22h 51m
British Airways
Mon 2/318:37
DCA
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AKL
1 stop20h 33m
British Airways
Deal found 23/2$1,898
Tue 10/314:50
AKL
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IAD
1 stop18h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 14/322:10
IAD
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AKL
1 stop41h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,907

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 25 February 2026.

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$1,493

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$711

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$1,892
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  • United Airlines
  • 10/3-11/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 30m total
  • Auckland to Washington, D.C.
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  • 28/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 44m total
  • Auckland to Washington, D.C.
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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

14:50-05:36

1 stop31h 46m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/3

08:26-08:10

2 stops30h 44m

$1,493

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

16:25-07:59

1 stop31h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 22/6

17:35-16:50

2 stops31h 15m

$1,607

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

14:50-16:38

1 stop18h 48m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/3

22:10-08:10

1 stop41h 00m

$1,907

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

14:50-14:06

3 stops40h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 14/3

06:05-08:10

2 stops57h 05m

$1,907

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

08:20-19:20

2 stops27h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 22/6

19:10-14:05

2 stops26h 55m

$1,908

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/4

15:00-09:14

3 stops35h 14m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 17/4

05:45-15:05

3 stops41h 20m

$1,937

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/8

06:45-19:22

2 stops28h 37m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 15/8

19:20-14:05

2 stops26h 45m

$1,984

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

06:00-18:30

2 stops28h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 22/6

19:21-14:05

2 stops26h 44m

$2,106

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

07:35-19:46

2 stops29h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/3

16:59-08:10

1 stop22h 11m

$2,106

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

08:20-21:30

2 stops29h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 22/6

17:12-14:05

2 stops28h 53m

$2,106

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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 8 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 most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Washington, D.C. are United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $549
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,437
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,786

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

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

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 25 February 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
601 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
601 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
601 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
998 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
601 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,345 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
601 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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 $287, while return flights cost around $509.

  • 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 (20 hours 7 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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