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$351+ 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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — LAX
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 26, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$741
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$360
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$756
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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 November 26, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 11/286:05 amWLG - LAX
1 stop27h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/2111:10 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$1,022
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Fri 11/284:00 pmWLG - LAX
2 stops35h 14mQantas Airways
Sun 6/2110:10 pmLAX - WLG
2 stops26h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/26$1,142
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Fri 11/288:05 pmWLG - LAX
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/201:25 amLAX - WLG
2 stops42h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/26$1,605

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WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 2/5

8:45 am-11:15 am

1 stop23h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

7:05 pm-8:10 am

1 stop16h 05m

$818

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 2/5

9:10 am-7:00 am

1 stop18h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

4:00 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$866

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 1/20

9:05 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

10:35 pm-7:05 am

2 stops35h 30m

$867

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 2/23

5:40 pm-6:55 am

1 stop34h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

10:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$870

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 2/23

9:05 pm-6:55 am

1 stop30h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/11

10:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$870

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 2/25

9:05 pm-6:55 am

1 stop30h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

11:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$870

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 3/8

6:00 am-12:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/17

11:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$878

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 1/18

5:40 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/25

10:35 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$882

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 1/18

7:10 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops22h 02m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/25

7:05 pm-8:10 am

1 stop16h 05m

$890

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 1/14

7:40 am-12:00 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

10:35 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$912

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Los Angeles

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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 November 21, 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.

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 November 26, 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 in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 11% 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 November 26, 2025.
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
537 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
537 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
537 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
537 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

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 and American Airlines fly from Wellington to Los Angeles in about 18h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 40m. 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 21% 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$713Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$825Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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