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$787+ 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — AKL
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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 December 18, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/296:00 amRDU - AKL
2 stops46h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 1/111:20 pmAKL - RDU
1 stop21h 28mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/16$860
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/293:23 pmRDU - AKL
1 stop23h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/111:20 pmAKL - RDU
1 stop25h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$861
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/303:23 pmRDU - AKL
1 stop23h 47mQantas Airways
Tue 1/61:20 pmAKL - RDU
1 stop21h 28mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/16$1,824
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/226:00 amRDU - AKL
2 stops48h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 1/53:50 pmAKL - RDU
1 stop32h 31mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,830
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/227:04 pmRDU - AKL
1 stop20h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/53:50 pmAKL - RDU
1 stop18h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,861
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/3012:54 pmRDU - AKL
2 stops26h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/63:50 pmAKL - RDU
2 stops22h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,866
This Air Tahiti Nui deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Tahiti Nui is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:00 amRDU - AKL
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/234:05 pmAKL - RDU
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,276
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/218:45 amRDU - AKL
2 stops39h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/237:55 pmAKL - RDU
1 stop38h 47mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/17$2,362

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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$852
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$787
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,136
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($247 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 3/5

5:17 pm-8:35 am

1 stop21h 18m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/21

1:35 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$861

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

5:15 pm-7:35 am

1 stop21h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/25

1:35 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$861

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

5:15 pm-7:35 am

1 stop21h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/25

1:35 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$861

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

3:15 pm-11:00 am

2 stops49h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/19

7:00 am-9:33 pm

2 stops31h 33m

$862

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

3:15 pm-11:00 am

2 stops49h 45m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/19

7:00 am-9:33 pm

2 stops31h 33m

$862

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/18

6:18 am-9:10 am

2 stops32h 52m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/3

3:50 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop23h 36m

$866

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/7

1:59 pm-9:55 am

2 stops25h 56m

Auckland Intl

Fri 2/20

1:20 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop23h 13m

$866

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

12:41 pm-7:35 am

2 stops25h 54m

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/23

1:35 pm-10:14 am

2 stops37h 39m

$866

RaleighAuckland

RDU - AKL

RDUAKL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

11:22 am-7:35 am

2 stops27h 13m

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/27

1:35 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops27h 06m

$866

RaleighChristchurch

RDU - CHC

RDUCHC

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

9:30 am-11:05 pm

3 stops44h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 3/14

6:10 am-9:33 pm

3 stops32h 23m

$958

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Deals found on 12/15

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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, 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.

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 December 18, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Raleigh to New Zealand by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 18, 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
553 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
553 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
553 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
553 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
553 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
553 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
553 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

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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 18m. Fly via Delta, Air Canada, or American Airlines 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.

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    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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$725Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$749Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$799Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$859Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air New ZealandCheapest$935Average$1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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