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$508+ Cheap flights from California to Wellington (WLG)

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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — WLG
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Wellington

Cheapest flights from California to Wellington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Mon 12/297:05 pmSNA - WLG
2 stops40h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/129:55 amWLG - SNA
2 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/27$1,698
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Sat 12/279:45 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/106:05 amWLG - SFO
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$1,815
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Wed 12/317:50 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops18h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 1/97:00 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop37h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/27$1,879
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:07 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops26h 03mQantas Airways
Sat 1/106:05 amWLG - SFO
2 stops33h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/27$2,068
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Mon 12/2910:42 amONT - WLG
2 stops40h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/123:55 pmWLG - ONT
2 stops46h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$2,280
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:21 pmSFO - WLG
3 stops28h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/96:05 amWLG - SFO
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$2,684
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/289:25 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop29h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 1/144:20 pmWLG - LAX
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/26$3,222
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:50 pmSFO - WLG
3 stops25h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 1/103:55 pmWLG - SFO
2 stops20h 17mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/27$3,349
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Sun 12/282:06 pmSJC - WLG
2 stops25h 14mQantas Airways
Sun 1/49:05 pmWLG - SJC
2 stops37h 06mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/28$4,194
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:10 pmLAX - WLG
2 stops22h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/143:25 pmWLG - LAX
2 stops16h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/27$4,367

Find flight deals from California to Wellington

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Wellington flight deals. Data was last updated December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$646
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$508
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,474
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($127 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Wellington 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 December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Wellington that are best for you.

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Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

10:35 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Wellington

Tue 2/24

9:10 am-12:00 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$711

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

10:35 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Wellington

Sat 1/31

7:40 am-12:00 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$726

Las VegasWellington

LAS - WLG

LASWLG

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/25

4:45 pm-12:05 am

2 stops34h 20m

Wellington

Sun 2/1

6:00 am-10:27 pm

2 stops37h 27m

$801

San DiegoWellington

SAN - WLG

SANWLG

San Diego

Mon 5/11

12:30 pm-12:10 am

2 stops40h 40m

Wellington

Fri 5/15

6:05 am-11:50 am

2 stops24h 45m

$859

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Tue 2/10

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Wellington

Tue 2/17

9:55 am-12:00 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$861

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Wellington

Sat 5/30

4:10 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$914

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

11:45 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Wellington

Mon 2/23

9:10 am-7:00 am

1 stop18h 50m

$918

San DiegoWellington

SAN - WLG

SANWLG

San Diego

Wed 3/4

6:05 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Wellington

Sun 3/8

9:55 am-11:03 am

2 stops22h 08m

$927

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

9:25 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Wellington

Mon 2/23

9:10 am-7:00 am

1 stop18h 50m

$930

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Fri 2/13

11:50 pm-7:05 am

1 stop34h 15m

Wellington

Sun 2/22

9:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop30h 55m

$942

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Best time to book a flight from California to Wellington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Wellington

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wellington (average of $388). Flying from California to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $995). 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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.3 mi from the city center, Wellington (WLG) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Wellington from California.

  • How long is the flight from California to Wellington?

    Departing from California to Wellington will take you 24h 15m. There are 6691 mi between California and Wellington. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Wellington are Fiji Airways ($353), Air New Zealand ($542), and Qantas Airways ($599).

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Wellington or San Diego - Wellington, Los Angeles - Wellington is the most popular route from California to Wellington.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wellington (average of $388). Flying from California to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $995). 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 3 airlines flying from California to Wellington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California to Wellington. 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$734Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$892Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$967Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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