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$304+ Cheap flights from Wellington (WLG) to California

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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — LAX
Mar 14 — Mar 211
Sat 3/14
Sat 3/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 12, 2026.

This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:10 pm
WLG
-
LAX
1 stop15h 55m
Fiji Airways
Thu 6/1111:55 pm
LAX
-
WLG
1 stop20h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/10$589
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/124:20 pm
WLG
-
LAX
1 stop19h 10m
Qantas Airways
Tue 3/1710:25 pm
LAX
-
WLG
1 stop20h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/9$640
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/236:05 am
WLG
-
LAX
1 stop27h 25m
Qantas Airways
Mon 3/308:50 pm
LAX
-
WLG
1 stop21h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/11$650
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 8/36:05 am
WLG
-
LAX
1 stop27h 25m
American Airlines
Wed 8/1211:10 pm
LAX
-
WLG
1 stop20h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$662
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Thu 7/306:05 am
WLG
-
SFO
2 stops36h 15m
American Airlines
Sun 8/1610:30 pm
SFO
-
WLG
1 stop21h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$668
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 8/46:05 am
WLG
-
LAX
2 stops47h 40m
American Airlines
Mon 8/109:45 pm
LAX
-
WLG
2 stops46h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$668
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/176:05 am
WLG
-
SFO
2 stops49h 45m
American Airlines
Sat 2/2111:35 pm
SFO
-
WLG
2 stops60h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$672
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/14:10 pm
WLG
-
LAX
1 stop15h 55m
Fiji Airways
Thu 8/1311:55 pm
LAX
-
WLG
1 stop20h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/11$672
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/264:20 pm
WLG
-
LAX
1 stop19h 10m
Qantas Airways
Thu 4/28:50 pm
LAX
-
WLG
1 stop21h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/9$677
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Sun 8/26:05 am
WLG
-
LAX
1 stop27h 25m
American Airlines
Tue 8/115:34 pm
LAX
-
WLG
2 stops26h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$680
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 8/76:05 am
WLG
-
LAX
2 stops54h 52m
American Airlines
Mon 8/1011:10 pm
LAX
-
WLG
1 stop20h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$686
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 2/187:40 am
WLG
-
LAX
1 stop20h 20m
American Airlines
Sun 2/2211:50 pm
LAX
-
WLG
1 stop16h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$692

Find flight deals from Wellington to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wellington to California flight deals. Data was last updated February 12, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$589
(Bravofly)

One-way from

$304
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$828
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wellington to California 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 February 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to California that are best for you.

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Wellington

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 3/12

4:20 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/17

10:25 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$640

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 3/22

6:05 am-1:30 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/29

10:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$662

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 7/30

6:05 am-11:20 pm

2 stops36h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 8/16

10:30 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$668

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sat 8/1

4:10 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/13

11:55 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$672

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 8/6

4:10 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/13

11:55 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$672

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 8/3

4:10 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/13

11:55 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$672

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 8/6

4:10 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/8

11:55 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$672

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 8/6

4:10 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/11

11:55 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$672

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Fri 8/7

6:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/12

11:10 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$680

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 8/4

6:05 am-9:39 pm

2 stops34h 34m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/8

11:30 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$686

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Wellington with our price prediction graph.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wellington to California?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to California (average of $610). Flying from Wellington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $731). 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 California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated February 12, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Wellington to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
582 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
988 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington to California. 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 Wellington to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Wellington, you will be flying from Wellington, which is the city’s only airport. Wellington (WLG) is located 3.3 mi from the center of Wellington.

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Wellington to California in 15h 55m. Fly via Qantas Airways, American Airlines, or Fiji Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6702 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Wellington to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $349. Users have also found prices from $360 and $364 on Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Wellington to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Wellington to California are Wellington - Los Angeles, Wellington - San Francisco and Wellington - Oakland.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wellington to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Wellington to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Wellington to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Wellington to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington to California 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 Wellington to California?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to California (average of $610). Flying from Wellington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $731). 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 2 airlines flying from Wellington to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wellington to California. 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 February 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$713Average$1,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$825Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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