$930+ 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 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— WAS
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
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 29 January 2026.

Thu 12/213:20
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop23h 21m
American Airlines
Mon 16/208:30
DCA
-
AKL
1 stop31h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,634
Thu 12/213:20
AKL
-
IAD
1 stop21h 30m
American Airlines
Mon 16/206:00
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops33h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,664
Thu 12/215:50
AKL
-
BWI
2 stops44h 14m
American Airlines
Mon 16/215:21
BWI
-
AKL
1 stop23h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,664
Fri 13/314:50
AKL
-
BWI
3 stops35h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/310:12
BWI
-
AKL
3 stops45h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,868
Thu 12/314:50
AKL
-
BWI
3 stops35h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/310:12
BWI
-
AKL
3 stops45h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,870
Sat 14/314:50
AKL
-
BWI
3 stops35h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/306:20
BWI
-
AKL
3 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,941
Fri 13/313:00
AKL
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IAD
2 stops24h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/322:30
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops42h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,968
Fri 13/313:00
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops24h 54m
Air Canada
Wed 25/309:55
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops31h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/1$1,973
Fri 20/214:00
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops24h 54m
Air Canada
Sun 29/309:00
IAD
-
AKL
3 stops37h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/1$1,981
Fri 13/313:00
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops39h 29m
Air Canada
Tue 24/309:00
IAD
-
AKL
3 stops38h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/1$1,983
Thu 29/123:30
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops34h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/218:04
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops33h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1$2,014
Thu 26/223:30
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/318:20
IAD
-
AKL
3 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$2,016

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 29 January 2026.

Return from

$1,634

One-way from

$930

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,052
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 12/2-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 46m total
  • Auckland to Washington, D.C.
13/3
  • 13/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 19m total
  • Auckland to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($152 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in January 2026

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/2

15:50-07:11

2 stops33h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 16/2

18:37-09:10

1 stop20h 33m

$1,634

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/2

13:20-16:50

1 stop21h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 16/2

06:00-09:55

2 stops33h 55m

$1,664

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/2

15:50-18:04

2 stops44h 14m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 16/2

15:21-09:10

1 stop23h 49m

$1,664

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

14:50-09:09

3 stops35h 19m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 24/3

06:20-13:35

3 stops38h 15m

$1,941

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/3

13:00-20:54

2 stops24h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 25/3

09:55-10:00

2 stops31h 05m

$1,973

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/2

14:00-20:54

2 stops24h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 29/3

09:00-15:05

3 stops37h 05m

$1,981

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

23:30-17:59

2 stops35h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 21/3

18:41-21:20

2 stops57h 39m

$2,029

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/3

07:00-20:26

3 stops30h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 24/3

09:00-16:50

3 stops38h 50m

$2,037

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/2

23:30-05:40

2 stops24h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 16/2

18:27-21:20

2 stops56h 53m

$2,041

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/2

23:30-17:46

2 stops36h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 16/2

18:46-21:20

2 stops56h 34m

$2,041

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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 31 hours 35 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, Qantas Airways 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 29 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways 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.

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

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 $283, while return flights cost around $503.

  • 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 (24 hours 10 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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