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

Departing from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. will take you 19h 44m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13918 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 inches 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.

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).

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.

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

When flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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Round-trip from	$2,225
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Average price	$2,572

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70h 57m total
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AucklandWashington, D.C.

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20:20-05:10

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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00:00-17:00

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AucklandWashington, D.C.

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20:20-20:00

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19:50-20:57

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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00:00-17:00

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AucklandWashington, D.C.

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

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14:45-21:26

2 stops24h 41m

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00:00-17:00

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AucklandWashington, D.C.

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

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2 stops25h 48m

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,457). Flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,886). 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.

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and American 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

668 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

668 reviews

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668 reviews

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6.0

Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

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7.1

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Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

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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 19h 44m. 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. 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?
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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,457). Flying from New Zealand to Washington, D.C. in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,886). 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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