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$384+ Cheap flights from Wellington (WLG) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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.
WLG — LAX
Feb 1 — Feb 81
Sun 2/1
Sun 2/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Los Angeles

Best flights from Wellington to Los Angeles
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Wellington to Los Angeles that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/156:00 amWLG - LAX
1 stop21h 50mAir New Zealand
Sun 2/2210:35 pmLAX - WLG
2 stops36h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/1$865
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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.
Sun 2/156:00 amWLG - LAX
1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/2210:35 pmLAX - WLG
2 stops37h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/1$870
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 2/186:05 amWLG - LAX
1 stop27h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/2211:50 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop35h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,037
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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.
Thu 6/114:10 pmWLG - LAX
1 stop15h 45mFiji Airways
Thu 7/211:55 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/1$1,047
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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.
Tue 6/96:05 amWLG - LAX
1 stop18h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 6/2911:30 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop29h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/1$1,074
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Wed 2/186:00 amWLG - LAX
1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/228:05 pmLAX - WLG
2 stops39h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$973
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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.
Wed 6/106:05 amWLG - LAX
1 stop18h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 6/2911:30 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/1$1,074
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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.
Wed 6/106:05 amWLG - LAX
1 stop18h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 6/3011:30 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/1$1,074

Find flight deals from Wellington to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$762
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$384
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$988
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Wellington

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Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-6:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

10:35 pm-8:10 am

2 stops36h 35m

$865

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-6:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

10:35 pm-8:40 am

2 stops37h 05m

$870

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-6:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

8:05 pm-8:10 am

2 stops39h 05m

$973

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 2/18

6:05 am-12:30 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

11:50 pm-8:35 am

1 stop35h 45m

$1,037

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 6/11

4:10 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/2

11:55 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,047

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 6/9

6:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop18h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/29

11:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$1,074

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 6/10

6:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop18h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/29

11:30 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,074

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 6/10

6:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop18h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/30

11:30 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,074

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-11:48 am

2 stops26h 48m

$384

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 3/19

6:00 am-9:48 pm

2 stops35h 48m

$423

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Deals found on 12/31

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Compare providers for flights from Wellington to Los Angeles

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Wellington to Los Angeles in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Wellington-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Wellington-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wellington-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wellington-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Wellington-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Wellington with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Wellington to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wellington to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Wellington to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 12 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Los Angeles (average of $451). Flying from Wellington to Los Angeles 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated January 2, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to Los Angeles, such as Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
563 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
563 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
563 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
961 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
563 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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………

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to Los Angeles?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Wellington to Los Angeles in about 21h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 35m. 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 flying from Wellington to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Wellington to Los Angeles round-trip from $713. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air New Zealand. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wellington to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Los Angeles (average of $451). Flying from Wellington to Los Angeles 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 2 airlines flying from Wellington to Los Angeles

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

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