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$501+ 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — AKL
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Sat 4/18
Sat 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to New Zealand

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 March 19, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 10/272:50 pm
RDU
-
AKL
2 stops24h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 11/103:50 pm
AKL
-
RDU
2 stops24h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16$962
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Thu 4/305:15 pm
RDU
-
AKL
1 stop21h 35m
Delta
Thu 5/71:00 pm
AKL
-
RDU
2 stops21h 14m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$964
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Mon 8/37:45 pm
RDU
-
AKL
2 stops43h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 8/131:50 pm
AKL
-
RDU
1 stop24h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16$966
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Thu 6/189:50 am
RDU
-
AKL
1 stop29h 20m
United Airlines
Thu 6/251:50 pm
AKL
-
RDU
1 stop34h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$973
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/204:53 pm
RDU
-
AKL
1 stop20h 37m
Air New Zealand
Wed 5/277:50 pm
AKL
-
RDU
1 stop18h 09m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/16$1,017
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/34:51 pm
RDU
-
AKL
1 stop20h 39m
Air New Zealand
Thu 8/137:50 pm
AKL
-
RDU
1 stop18h 06m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/16$1,019
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/194:26 pm
RDU
-
CHC
2 stops25h 09m
Air New Zealand
Tue 6/169:00 pm
CHC
-
RDU
2 stops51h 21m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/15$1,051
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 10/167:51 pm
RDU
-
AKL
2 stops43h 19m
United Airlines
Fri 10/302:50 pm
AKL
-
RDU
2 stops35h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$1,066
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/75:27 pm
RDU
-
AKL
1 stop20h 33m
Air New Zealand
Tue 8/187:50 pm
AKL
-
RDU
1 stop28h 29m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/15$1,067
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/256:30 am
RDU
-
CHC
2 stops35h 05m
Air New Zealand
Mon 6/84:05 pm
CHC
-
RDU
2 stops32h 16m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/16$1,071
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/66:27 pm
RDU
-
AKL
1 stop20h 43m
Air New Zealand
Mon 11/307:55 pm
AKL
-
RDU
1 stop29h 36m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/16$1,075
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/186:15 am
RDU
-
AKL
1 stop29h 30m
Air New Zealand
Tue 12/18:55 am
AKL
-
RDU
2 stops29h 56m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/16$1,081

Find 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 March 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$960
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$501
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,115
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One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($275 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 March 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/30

11:25 am-7:10 am

2 stops27h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/7

9:20 am-9:58 pm

3 stops52h 38m

$1,255

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/26

10:40 am-7:10 am

3 stops28h 30m

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/30

9:00 am-8:21 am

2 stops63h 21m

$1,320

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/3

7:45 pm-7:10 am

2 stops43h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/13

1:50 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops24h 06m

$1,665

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/22

7:30 pm-12:30 am

2 stops37h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/31

6:00 am-6:29 pm

2 stops28h 29m

$1,737

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/2

6:07 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops28h 23m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 5/9

7:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,749

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/24

3:50 pm-12:20 am

2 stops40h 30m

Christchurch

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-6:36 pm

2 stops28h 36m

$1,753
Quickest round-trip

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/3

4:51 pm-5:30 am

1 stop20h 39m

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/13

1:50 pm-4:27 pm

1 stop18h 37m

$1,787

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/25

6:07 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops35h 08m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 4/29

7:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,813

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/20

6:07 pm-12:20 am

2 stops38h 13m

Christchurch

Sun 5/24

3:45 pm-6:45 am

2 stops31h 00m

$1,821

RaleighQueenstown

RDU - ZQN

RDUZQN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/23

6:07 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops35h 08m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 4/27

7:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,834

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to New Zealand (average of $612). Flying from Raleigh to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,352). 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 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 March 19, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Delta, andQantas 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
615 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
615 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
615 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,301 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
615 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
615 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,444 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
615 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,480 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
615 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to New Zealand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 28h 23m. Fly via United Airlines or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Raleigh and New Zealand is about 8928 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    While some choose either Raleigh-Durham - Christchurch or Raleigh-Durham - Queenstown Intl, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to New Zealand (average of $612). Flying from Raleigh to New Zealand in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,352). 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 March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$725Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$749Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$788Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$793Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air New ZealandCheapest$921Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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