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$495+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to New Zealand

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — AKL
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$845
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$495
(United Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,776
From Raleigh-Durham to New Zealand
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/43:15 pmRDU - AKL
3 stops33h 45mAir Canada
Fri 11/147:00 amAKL - RDU
3 stops32h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 9/14$851
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2110:15 amRDU - AKL
3 stops44h 15mAir Canada
Mon 3/161:00 pmAKL - RDU
2 stops25h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 9/14$855
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/43:15 pmRDU - AKL
3 stops39h 15mAir Canada
Tue 11/117:00 amAKL - RDU
3 stops49h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 9/14$861
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:35 pmRDU - AKL
1 stop20h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/123:50 pmAKL - RDU
2 stops25h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$863
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/33:05 pmRDU - AKL
2 stops24h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/103:50 pmAKL - RDU
2 stops25h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$867
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:30 amRDU - AKL
1 stop32h 05mDelta
Sat 12/202:35 pmAKL - RDU
1 stop22h 49mDelta
Deal found 9/16$868
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/23:15 pmRDU - AKL
2 stops49h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/126:45 amAKL - RDU
3 stops32h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$869
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2110:15 amRDU - AKL
3 stops35h 50mAir Canada
Sun 11/167:00 amAKL - RDU
3 stops32h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$871
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:30 amRDU - AKL
1 stop32h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/263:50 pmAKL - RDU
1 stop23h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$875
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/143:39 pmRDU - AKL
2 stops23h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/231:20 pmAKL - RDU
1 stop29h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$876
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:30 amRDU - AKL
1 stop32h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/203:50 pmAKL - RDU
2 stops36h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$880
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/226:55 pmRDU - AKL
2 stops43h 55mDelta
Mon 3/161:35 pmAKL - RDU
2 stops38h 43mDelta
Deal found 9/14$885

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to New Zealand that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Raleigh

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New Zealand

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Price

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/4

3:15 pm-9:10 am

2 stops23h 55m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/26

3:50 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop23h 54m

$863

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 12/2

1:15 pm-9:10 am

1 stop25h 55m

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/12

1:20 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop25h 09m

$863

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/4

6:35 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 35m

Auckland Intl

Fri 11/14

3:50 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop23h 54m

$863

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/4

6:15 am-9:10 am

2 stops32h 55m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/12

3:50 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$863

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/18

9:20 am-9:10 am

2 stops29h 50m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/4

3:50 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop23h 34m

$863

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 11/14

5:14 pm-9:10 am

2 stops21h 56m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/23

1:20 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$867

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

3:15 pm-11:05 pm

3 stops37h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 3/9

6:10 am-9:23 pm

3 stops32h 13m

$930

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 11/23

1:15 pm-11:25 am

2 stops28h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/4

3:05 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$1,150

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 11/23

9:30 am-7:55 pm

3 stops40h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/4

8:50 pm-9:23 pm

3 stops42h 33m

$1,378

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

6:30 am-4:35 pm

2 stops41h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 3/19

10:35 am-7:01 am

2 stops37h 26m

$1,534

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/16

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to New Zealand

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to New Zealand

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to New Zealand?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Raleigh to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 RDU to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Raleigh to New Zealand as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Delta, and Qantas Airways from Raleigh to New Zealand have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to New Zealand?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Raleigh to New Zealand. It is only a 11.1 mi journey to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) from Raleigh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to New Zealand?

    There are many flights that can get you from Raleigh to New Zealand in 23h 55m. Fly via United Airlines, Air Canada, or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance between Raleigh and New Zealand is about 8451 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to New Zealand one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $495 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $1,028 and Delta from $1,921 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Raleigh to New Zealand?

    While some choose either Raleigh-Durham - Blenheim or Raleigh-Durham - Tauranga, Raleigh-Durham - Auckland Intl is the most popular route from Raleigh to New Zealand.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Raleigh to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to New Zealand?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Raleigh to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to New Zealand 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 Raleigh to New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Raleigh to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 5 airlines flying from Raleigh to New Zealand

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to New Zealand. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$725Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$750Average$1,368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$799Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$866Average$1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air New ZealandCheapest$935Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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