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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. from $711

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.
AKL — WAS
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

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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 25 February 2026.

Thu 26/213:20
AKL
-
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
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
-
AKL
2 stops27h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,630
Tue 1/916:25
AKL
-
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
-
IAD
2 stops35h 57m
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon 2/318:27
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops56h 53m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,794
Tue 10/312:20
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops37h 28m
American Airlines
Sat 14/319:03
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops58h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,856
Thu 26/215:50
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop22h 51m
British Airways
Mon 2/318:37
DCA
-
AKL
1 stop20h 33m
British Airways
Deal found 23/2$1,898
Tue 10/314:50
AKL
-
IAD
1 stop18h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 14/322:10
IAD
-
AKL
1 stop41h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,907
Tue 10/314:50
AKL
-
BWI
1 stop33h 29m
United Airlines
Sat 14/306:05
BWI
-
AKL
2 stops57h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,907
Thu 26/213:20
AKL
-
BWI
2 stops21h 44m
American Airlines
Mon 2/315:21
BWI
-
AKL
1 stop23h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,910

Find 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 25 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,607

One-way from

$711

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,892
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  • American Airlines
  • 10/6-22/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 49m total
  • New Zealand to Washington, D.C.
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  • 28/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 44m total
  • New Zealand to Washington, D.C.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

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

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 - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

19:50-22:43

1 stop18h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 22/6

22:21-07:10

1 stop40h 49m

$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

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

20:15-07:24

1 stop27h 09m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/6

18:59-07:10

1 stop20h 11m

$2,138

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

20:15-07:24

1 stop27h 09m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 18/6

18:59-07:10

1 stop20h 11m

$2,138

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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 $218). Flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,505). 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.

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.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
601 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
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Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
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Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
9,347 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
601 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.

Related info for your journey

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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 28h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13845 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.?

    When deciding which route to take from New Zealand to Washington, D.C., consider Auckland Intl - Baltimore/Washington, Auckland Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Auckland Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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 $218). Flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,505). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$549Average$2,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,081Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,437Average$2,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,786Average$2,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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