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$329+ 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — LAX
déc. 13 — déc. 201
sam. 12/13
sam. 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wellington to California flight deals. Data was last updated novembre 13, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$722
(Air New Zealand)

One-way from

$329
(Air Canada)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$759
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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 novembre 13, 2025.

This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 12/44:20 pmWLG - LAX
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
ven. 12/1210:45 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop28h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/11$729
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
mer. 12/247:40 amWLG - LAX
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/611:45 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$795
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 12/274:45 pmWLG - LAX
1 stop15h 30mAir New Zealand
sam. 1/38:10 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop16h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/12$798
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/2612:45 pmWLG - LAX
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
ven. 1/211:45 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$816
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 12/76:05 amWLG - LAX
1 stop21h 00mQantas Airways
lun. 12/229:25 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$916
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
ven. 12/267:40 amWLG - LAX
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
ven. 1/22:05 pmLAX - WLG
2 stops27h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,077
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
dim. 12/75:45 pmWLG - LAX
2 stops38h 02mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/2210:26 amLAX - WLG
2 stops40h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,097
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 12/2712:45 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop15h 20mAir New Zealand
sam. 1/37:50 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop16h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/12$1,121
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 12/276:05 amWLG - SFO
2 stops37h 02mMultiple Airlines
sam. 1/35:53 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops23h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,299
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/179:05 pmWLG - SJC
2 stops37h 13mQantas Airways
lun. 11/2411:06 amSJC - WLG
2 stops29h 29mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/10$2,142
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 12/276:00 amWLG - SFO
2 stops30h 35mAir Canada
sam. 1/38:30 amSFO - WLG
3 stops42h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 11/12$6,602
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 12/273:55 pmWLG - SFO
2 stops44h 25mANA
ven. 1/212:20 amSFO - WLG
2 stops50h 45mANA
Deal found 11/12$15,770

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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 novembre 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Wellington

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

lun. 5/11

7:30 am-1:20 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Los Angeles

mer. 5/13

10:10 pm-9:20 am

1 stop16h 10m

$724

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

jeu. 12/4

4:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Los Angeles

ven. 12/12

10:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$729

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

ven. 4/10

6:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop18h 55m

Los Angeles

mer. 4/29

11:10 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$752

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

mar. 3/10

6:30 am-6:15 am

1 stop19h 45m

San Francisco

sam. 3/14

8:50 pm-11:00 am

2 stops18h 10m

$791

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

mer. 12/24

7:40 am-7:00 am

1 stop20h 20m

Los Angeles

mar. 1/6

11:45 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$795

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

sam. 12/27

4:45 pm-11:15 am

1 stop15h 30m

Los Angeles

sam. 1/3

8:10 pm-9:20 am

1 stop16h 10m

$798

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

ven. 12/26

12:45 pm-7:00 am

1 stop15h 15m

Los Angeles

ven. 1/2

11:45 pm-8:35 am

1 stop35h 50m

$816

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

lun. 5/11

9:55 am-12:00 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Los Angeles

mer. 5/13

10:35 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$889

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

jeu. 12/25

9:10 am-11:17 am

2 stops23h 07m

San Francisco

jeu. 1/1

3:56 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$891

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

mar. 12/2

4:20 pm-6:53 pm

2 stops23h 33m

San Francisco

jeu. 12/4

3:26 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops26h 54m

$950

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wellington to California?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to California (average of $451). Flying from Wellington to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $733). 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 WLG to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated novembre 13, 2025.

When flying from Wellington to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight at noon.

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 novembre 13, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
933 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
933 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
933 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

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 19h 10m. Fly via Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, or American Airlines 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 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to California (average of $451). Flying from Wellington to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $733). 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 airline flying from Wellington to California

Discover the top airline 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 novembre 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$709Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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