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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. from $769

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — WAS
9 Apr — 16 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 10 March 2026.

Wed 4/1116:55
AKL
-
DCA
2 stops36h 04m
American Airlines
Sun 8/1115:00
DCA
-
AKL
1 stop24h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,679
Mon 25/516:25
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop31h 35m
American Airlines
Sun 31/517:16
DCA
-
AKL
2 stops28h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,704
Fri 1/516:25
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop40h 20m
American Airlines
Sat 16/519:00
DCA
-
AKL
2 stops27h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,764
Sat 1/816:25
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop31h 34m
American Airlines
Sat 15/819:31
DCA
-
AKL
2 stops26h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,765
Mon 27/416:25
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop31h 34m
American Airlines
Sun 3/518:59
DCA
-
AKL
2 stops27h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,881
Tue 21/420:15
AKL
-
DCA
1 stop39h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/409:59
DCA
-
AKL
2 stops34h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,974
Mon 27/419:50
AKL
-
BWI
1 stop30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/511:05
BWI
-
AKL
1 stop26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,996
Tue 17/323:30
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops47h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/318:50
IAD
-
AKL
2 stops57h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$2,053
Thu 19/323:30
AKL
-
DCA
2 stops37h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/318:41
DCA
-
AKL
2 stops57h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$2,053
Wed 10/620:15
AKL
-
IAD
1 stop27h 18m
Air New Zealand
Mon 22/622:20
IAD
-
AKL
1 stop39h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/3$2,057
Thu 29/1006:05
CHC
-
IAD
2 stops33h 19m
American Airlines
Mon 2/1106:10
IAD
-
CHC
2 stops47h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/3$2,057
Wed 10/620:15
AKL
-
IAD
2 stops25h 12m
United Airlines
Mon 22/614:53
IAD
-
AKL
1 stop22h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$2,074

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,704

One-way from

$769

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,566
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  • 25/5-31/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 39m total
  • New Zealand to Washington, D.C.
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6/5
  • 6/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($572 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($104 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/8

16:25-07:59

1 stop31h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 15/8

19:31-14:05

2 stops26h 34m

$1,765

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/5

08:20-19:20

2 stops27h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 31/5

19:10-14:05

2 stops26h 55m

$2,075

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

$2,075

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/4

13:50-11:35

2 stops37h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 27/4

18:03-07:10

2 stops45h 07m

$2,079

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - DCA

AKLDCA

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/4

19:50-22:15

1 stop18h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/5

11:05-05:30

1 stop26h 25m

$2,082

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/5

13:50-16:25

1 stop18h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 31/5

09:10-06:00

1 stop28h 50m

$2,091

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/5

08:20-19:20

2 stops27h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 31/5

19:10-14:05

2 stops26h 55m

$2,094

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/4

07:00-11:37

3 stops44h 37m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 29/4

17:50-16:55

3 stops55h 05m

$2,123

AucklandBaltimore

AKL - BWI

AKLBWI

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/8

08:20-19:19

2 stops26h 59m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 15/8

19:20-14:05

2 stops26h 45m

$2,138
Fastest return journey

AucklandWashington, D.C.

AKL - IAD

AKLIAD

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/8

13:50-16:25

1 stop18h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 15/8

17:59-05:30

1 stop19h 31m

$2,153

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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 $220). Flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,531). 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 10 March 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
610 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
1,002 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
9,409 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 27h. Airlines will cover a distance of 13918 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. Reagan-National or Auckland Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • 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 $220). Flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,531). 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 3 airlines flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$555Average$2,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,092Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,452Average$2,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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