Cheap flights from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. from $874

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 22/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — WAS
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Fri 5/1214:15CHC - IAD
1 stop20h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1215:23IAD - CHC
2 stops25h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,307
Wed 10/1214:00AKL - IAD
2 stops25h 18mAir Canada
Fri 16/116:30IAD - AKL
2 stops48h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 26/11$2,491
Wed 10/1214:35AKL - BWI
2 stops25h 33mDelta
Fri 16/108:45BWI - AKL
2 stops29h 50mDelta
Deal found 25/11$2,514
Wed 10/1215:50AKL - IAD
2 stops24h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 16/118:15IAD - AKL
1 stop20h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,525
Wed 10/1215:50AKL - DCA
2 stops37h 42mUnited Airlines
Fri 16/117:59DCA - AKL
1 stop21h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,525
Wed 10/1214:35AKL - DCA
1 stop19h 08mDelta
Fri 16/116:38DCA - AKL
1 stop21h 57mDelta
Deal found 26/11$2,534
Wed 10/1215:50AKL - IAD
1 stop18h 35mAir New Zealand
Fri 16/122:20IAD - AKL
1 stop40h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/11$2,546
Wed 10/1207:35AKL - DCA
2 stops30h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/112:10DCA - AKL
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,564
Fri 5/1214:15CHC - IAD
1 stop23h 11mLufthansa
Wed 10/1218:00IAD - CHC
1 stop22h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 25/11$2,565
Wed 10/1215:50AKL - BWI
1 stop19h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 16/118:34BWI - AKL
1 stop20h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,579
Wed 10/1206:00AKL - DCA
2 stops30h 32mQantas Airways
Fri 16/113:34DCA - AKL
2 stops28h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/11$2,613
Thu 4/1213:20AKL - BWI
1 stop22h 54mQantas Airways
Mon 15/1215:20BWI - AKL
1 stop23h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/11$2,623

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,561

One-way from

$874

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,974
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 16/2-21/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 09m total
  • New Zealand to Washington, D.C.
22/2
  • 22/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 09m total
  • New Zealand to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($413 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($90 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/2

14:00-20:54

2 stops24h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 21/2

09:45-11:00

2 stops31h 15m

$1,561

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/2

14:00-21:58

2 stops25h 58m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 21/2

06:00-11:00

2 stops35h 00m

$1,561

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/1

15:50-21:17

2 stops47h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/2

06:00-09:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,666

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/2

13:20-14:26

1 stop19h 06m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 17/2

18:37-09:55

2 stops45h 18m

$1,884

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/1

15:50-10:57

2 stops37h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/2

11:38-09:55

2 stops28h 17m

$2,041

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/1

23:30-17:56

2 stops36h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 17/1

09:59-21:20

2 stops65h 21m

$2,261

ChristchurchWashington, D.C.

CHC - IAD

CHCIAD

Christchurch

Thu 29/1

16:00-07:23

2 stops33h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/2

16:11-10:35

2 stops24h 24m

$2,272

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/1

23:30-16:01

2 stops34h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 15/1

18:56-21:20

2 stops32h 24m

$2,423

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/12

16:05-20:00

2 stops21h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 16/12

09:59-13:40

2 stops33h 41m

$2,426

ChristchurchWashington, D.C.

CHC - IAD

CHCIAD

Christchurch

Thu 29/1

06:10-20:26

3 stops32h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/2

22:06-23:05

3 stops54h 59m

$2,433

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. (average of $229). Flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,518). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

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 27 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

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  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.?

    Departing from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. will take you 24h 54m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13845 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,001. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. (average of $229). Flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,518). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$576Average$2,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,134Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,786Average$2,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,787Average$2,651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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