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$852+ Cheap flights to Washington, D.C.

— WAS
28 Sep — 5 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Washington, D.C. in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Washington, D.C.

Tue 8/907:00 -
2 stops38h 55m
Wed 9/908:31 -
1 stop28h 59m
Deal found 26/8$2,347
Tue 13/1019:50 -
1 stop32h 38m
Tue 20/1015:02 -
1 stop21h 28m
Deal found 29/8$2,472
Tue 13/1019:50 -
1 stop21h 09m
Tue 20/1016:44 -
1 stop19h 46m
Deal found 29/8$2,472
Tue 13/1019:50 -
1 stop19h 44m
Tue 20/1015:04 -
1 stop21h 26m
Deal found 29/8$2,536
Thu 5/1115:50 -
2 stops25h 48m
Mon 9/1110:09 -
2 stops29h 01m
Deal found 28/8$2,558
Tue 13/1007:45 -
2 stops28h 11m
Tue 20/1017:35 -
2 stops36h 20m
Deal found 29/8$2,558
Wed 14/1020:15 -
1 stop28h 06m
Fri 23/1006:35 -
1 stop30h 25m
Deal found 27/8$2,574
Fri 6/1119:00 -
2 stops22h 38m
Mon 9/1112:45 -
2 stops26h 25m
Deal found 27/8$2,593
Thu 22/1015:00 -
3 stops37h 55m
Wed 25/1109:55 -
2 stops33h 30m
Deal found 26/8$2,610
Tue 13/1019:50 -
1 stop18h 15m
Tue 20/1012:57 -
2 stops24h 03m
Deal found 29/8$2,739
Wed 14/1017:25 -
2 stops36h 26m
Fri 23/1019:15 -
2 stops44h 55m
Deal found 27/8$2,755
Fri 23/1019:00 -
1 stop22h 41m
Sat 7/1117:54 -
1 stop41h 51m
Deal found 25/8$2,756

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Return from

$1,970

One-way from

$852

Popular in

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Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,733
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 21/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 15m total
  • Auckland to Washington, D.C.
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9/11
  • 9/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 18m total
  • Auckland to Washington, D.C.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL Auckland Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/9

07:00-20:54

2 stops29h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/9

12:45-05:30

1 stop24h 45m

$2,357

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL Auckland Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/9

07:00-19:05

2 stops28h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/9

22:29-06:00

2 stops39h 31m

$2,357

AucklandBaltimore

AKL Auckland Intl - BWI Baltimore/Washington

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/10

19:50-22:34

1 stop19h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 20/10

15:04-05:30

1 stop21h 26m

$2,536

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL Auckland Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Thu 25/2

15:50-09:04

2 stops35h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/3

14:52-09:55

2 stops25h 03m

$2,539

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL Auckland Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/10

07:45-18:56

2 stops28h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 20/10

17:35-22:55

2 stops36h 20m

$2,558

AucklandBaltimore

AKL Auckland Intl - BWI Baltimore/Washington

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/11

15:50-17:26

1 stop19h 36m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/11

12:45-09:10

2 stops26h 25m

$2,558

AucklandBaltimore

AKL Auckland Intl - BWI Baltimore/Washington

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/11

19:00-23:38

2 stops22h 38m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/11

12:45-09:10

2 stops26h 25m

$2,593

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL Auckland Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/10

19:50-21:05

1 stop18h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 20/10

12:57-06:00

2 stops24h 03m

$2,739

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL Auckland Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/10

20:15-00:41

1 stop21h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 15/10

22:18-05:30

1 stop38h 12m

$2,859

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL Auckland Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Thu 25/2

15:50-16:56

1 stop19h 06m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/3

14:50-09:10

2 stops24h 20m

$2,864

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

On average, a flight from Auckland to Washington, D.C. takes 20 hours 14 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 airline flying from Auckland to Washington, D.C. is Air New Zealand.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,443

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

The cheapest airline flying from Auckland to Washington, D.C. is Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. 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

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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and American 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
665 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
665 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
665 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,025 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
665 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,Jun 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

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, Air New Zealand is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Washington, D.C..

  • 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 44 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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