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$331+ 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — LAX
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Los Angeles are usually found in August or March, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$678
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$331
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,000
From Wellington to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 9/287:05 amWLG - LAX
1 stop18h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/511:50 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop21h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$678
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/314:20 pmWLG - LAX
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 11/79:25 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/16$689
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/14:20 pmWLG - LAX
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Sat 11/88:50 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop21h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/17$690
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/34:40 pmWLG - LAX
1 stop20h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 10/179:35 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop21h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/17$691
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/317:40 amWLG - LAX
2 stops25h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/79:25 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$776
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/37:40 amWLG - LAX
2 stops26h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/1710:10 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$787
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/17:05 amWLG - LAX
1 stop18h 55mQantas Airways
Fri 10/39:35 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop21h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/17$794
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/284:40 pmWLG - LAX
1 stop20h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 10/57:00 amLAX - WLG
2 stops35h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/16$849

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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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Return

Price

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 9/28

7:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop18h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/5

11:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$678

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Fri 10/31

4:20 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/7

9:25 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$689

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sat 11/1

4:20 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/8

8:50 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$690

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Fri 10/3

4:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/17

9:35 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$691

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 10/1

7:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop18h 55m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/3

9:35 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$794

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 9/28

4:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/5

7:00 am-2:45 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$849

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sat 11/1

2:10 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops42h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/8

10:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$951

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Fri 10/31

4:45 pm-2:56 pm

2 stops42h 11m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/7

10:35 pm-10:10 am

2 stops38h 35m

$952

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sat 11/1

11:55 am-8:26 pm

2 stops28h 31m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/8

5:20 pm-8:40 am

2 stops42h 20m

$1,221

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 9/30

4:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$331

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Los Angeles

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Cheapflights Insights

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 September 12, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Wellington to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Wellington to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

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 September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to Los Angeles, such as Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SYD - BNE

Great. Except I haven’t claimed my free lounge passes since 2022 on my Qantas credit card. That’s lots of flights I would have booked if you’d reminded me
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SYD - BNE

Great. Except I haven’t claimed my free lounge passes since 2022 on my Qantas credit card. That’s lots of flights I would have booked if you’d reminded me

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 American Airlines and Qantas Airways fly from Wellington to Los Angeles in about 18h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6702 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Wellington to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Wellington to Los Angeles round-trip from $710. This flight 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Wellington to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$710Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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