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$1,119+ Cheap flights to Washington, D.C.

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12 Aug — 19 Aug1
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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 13 July 2026.

Thu 10/915:15
AKL
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DCA
2 stops41h 14m
Air Tahiti Nui
Sun 13/909:30
DCA
-
AKL
2 stops34h 40m
Air Tahiti Nui
Deal found 12/7$2,318
Thu 23/719:30
AKL
-
IAD
1 stop40h 00m
Air China
Tue 28/723:00
IAD
-
AKL
1 stop49h 30m
Air China
Deal found 9/7$2,337
Sat 1/813:50
AKL
-
IAD
1 stop21h 10m
United Airlines
Sat 1/822:20
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops39h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/7$2,344
Tue 25/814:00
AKL
-
BWI
3 stops38h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/912:09
BWI
-
AKL
3 stops32h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$2,451
Wed 5/819:50
AKL
-
IAD
1 stop21h 05m
Air New Zealand
Wed 12/814:47
IAD
-
AKL
1 stop23h 13m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/7$2,666
Wed 5/819:50
AKL
-
IAD
1 stop21h 05m
Air New Zealand
Wed 26/817:55
IAD
-
AKL
1 stop19h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/7$2,668
Fri 24/720:15
AKL
-
IAD
1 stop20h 40m
Air New Zealand
Mon 27/722:21
IAD
-
AKL
1 stop39h 39m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/7$2,689
Fri 24/719:00
AKL
-
BWI
1 stop28h 14m
Air New Zealand
Mon 27/706:00
BWI
-
AKL
1 stop31h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/7$2,689
Wed 5/820:15
AKL
-
BWI
1 stop37h 28m
Air New Zealand
Wed 26/815:04
BWI
-
AKL
1 stop22h 26m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/7$2,698
Wed 21/1013:25
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops33h 07m
American Airlines
Sun 25/1006:42
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops38h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/7$2,717
Mon 24/819:50
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop36h 53m
Air New Zealand
Mon 31/817:45
DCA
-
AKL
1 stop20h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/7$2,732
Wed 19/819:50
AKL
-
BWI
1 stop31h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sat 22/808:00
BWI
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AKL
1 stop31h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/7$2,737

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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 13 July 2026.

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$2,318

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$1,119

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Average price

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Air Tahiti Nui
  • Air Tahiti Nui
  • 10/9-13/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 54m total
  • Auckland to Washington, D.C.
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Air Tahiti Nui
  • Air Tahiti Nui
  • 10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 14m total
  • Auckland to Washington, D.C.
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Return

Price

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AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/9

15:15-16:29

2 stops41h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 13/9

08:00-12:10

3 stops36h 10m

$2,318

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/8

13:50-19:00

1 stop21h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/8

22:20-06:00

2 stops39h 40m

$2,344

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/8

20:15-11:24

2 stops31h 09m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/9

12:09-06:00

2 stops25h 51m

$2,685

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Mon 24/8

20:15-20:00

1 stop39h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 31/8

09:30-14:05

2 stops36h 35m

$2,764

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/8

16:25-10:59

1 stop34h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 15/8

18:58-14:05

2 stops27h 07m

$2,781
Fastest return journey

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Thu 23/7

19:50-23:59

1 stop20h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 28/7

13:00-06:00

2 stops25h 00m

$2,819

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Wed 21/10

07:00-16:18

2 stops26h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 25/10

06:00-05:45

1 stop30h 45m

$2,835

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Thu 1/10

17:25-11:56

2 stops35h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/3

17:52-09:25

1 stop21h 33m

$2,845

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/8

07:00-16:43

2 stops25h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 22/8

10:58-07:10

2 stops28h 12m

$2,864

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/9

06:00-18:41

2 stops28h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 27/9

19:11-15:10

2 stops26h 59m

$2,881

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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 21 hours 19 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 $1,486

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

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 13 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand 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
653 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

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
653 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
653 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

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 23 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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