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$485+ 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — AKL
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
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 January 29, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:00 am
RDU
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AKL
2 stops42h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/136:10 am
AKL
-
RDU
2 stops26h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$736
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/241:25 pm
RDU
-
AKL
2 stops51h 35m
Air Canada
Tue 3/32:00 pm
AKL
-
RDU
2 stops42h 08m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$739
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/95:15 pm
RDU
-
AKL
1 stop21h 35m
Delta
Sat 5/91:00 pm
AKL
-
RDU
1 stop21h 12m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$793
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/248:45 am
RDU
-
AKL
1 stop30h 25m
United Airlines
Tue 3/33:50 pm
AKL
-
RDU
1 stop23h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$794
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/2611:32 am
RDU
-
AKL
2 stops27h 03m
Delta
Thu 3/52:35 pm
AKL
-
RDU
2 stops27h 11m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$799
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/249:30 am
RDU
-
AKL
3 stops45h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/32:00 pm
AKL
-
RDU
2 stops42h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$808
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 5/196:00 am
RDU
-
CHC
3 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/166:00 am
CHC
-
RDU
3 stops50h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$814
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 1/314:07 pm
RDU
-
AKL
2 stops47h 03m
United Airlines
Fri 2/63:50 pm
AKL
-
RDU
1 stop23h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$816
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 2/138:00 pm
RDU
-
AKL
2 stops43h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 2/183:50 pm
AKL
-
RDU
2 stops24h 09m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/28$828
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/263:15 pm
RDU
-
AKL
2 stops49h 45m
Air Canada
Thu 3/57:00 am
AKL
-
RDU
3 stops32h 33m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$829
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/196:00 am
RDU
-
CHC
3 stops40h 20m
Air Canada
Tue 6/164:05 pm
CHC
-
RDU
2 stops40h 13m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$1,016
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 5/76:00 am
RDU
-
CHC
3 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/286:00 am
CHC
-
RDU
3 stops50h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,238

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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$736
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$485
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,090
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One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($311 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to New Zealand that are best for you.

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RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/9

5:15 pm-6:50 am

1 stop21h 35m

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/9

1:00 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop21h 12m

$793

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/24

8:45 am-9:10 am

1 stop30h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/3

3:50 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$794

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/26

4:50 pm-8:35 am

1 stop21h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/5

2:35 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$794

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/9

6:15 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/24

3:50 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$794

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/1

8:45 am-9:10 am

1 stop30h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/12

2:50 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop22h 14m

$794

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/1

4:50 pm-8:35 am

1 stop21h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/12

1:35 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$794

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/22

6:27 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 43m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/3

3:50 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$794

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/22

6:00 am-8:35 am

2 stops32h 35m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/3

2:35 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$799

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-2:20 pm

3 stops40h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 6/16

6:00 am-4:03 pm

3 stops50h 03m

$814

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-2:20 pm

3 stops40h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 5/28

6:00 am-4:03 pm

3 stops50h 03m

$1,238

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to New Zealand (average of $630). 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 January 29, 2026.
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
577 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
981 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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 21h 35m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Air Canada 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 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 $630). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$691Average$1,323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$725Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$788Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$859Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air New ZealandCheapest$935Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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