Latest deals
Insights
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from California to Wellington from $588

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from California to Wellington departing on 5/26. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult
0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.
Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from California to Wellington

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
Qantas Airways Logo
9:50 pm - 1:35 pm
LAX
-
WLG
20h 45m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
3:40 pm - 5:05 pm
WLG
-
LAX
20h 25m
1 stop
$824Qantas Airways
Thu, May 21 - Mon, Jun 8
Qantas Airways Logo
9:50 pm - 1:35 pm
LAX
-
WLG
20h 45m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
3:40 pm - 5:05 pm
WLG
-
LAX
20h 25m
1 stop
$831Qantas Airways
Wed, May 20 - Sat, May 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:55 pm - 9:20 pm
LAX
-
WLG
26h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 1:05 pm
WLG
-
LAX
21h 10m
2 stops
$862Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 9
Fiji Airways Logo
11:10 pm - 3:10 pm
SFO
-
WLG
21h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
4:10 pm - 1:40 pm
WLG
-
SFO
16h 30m
1 stop
$871Fiji Airways
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 26
Fiji Airways Logo
11:55 pm - 3:10 pm
LAX
-
WLG
20h 15m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
4:10 pm - 1:05 pm
WLG
-
LAX
15h 55m
1 stop
$888Fiji Airways
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 4:20 pm
SFO
-
WLG
22h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 1:40 pm
WLG
-
SFO
16h 30m
1 stop
$931Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 26
United Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 12:05 am
ONT
-
WLG
32h 12m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:20 pm
WLG
-
ONT
27h 20m
2 stops
$1,566United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Feb 27
United Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 12:05 am
ONT
-
WLG
32h 12m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 9:21 pm
WLG
-
ONT
29h 36m
2 stops
$1,572United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Feb 26
Air New Zealand Logo
6:20 pm - 1:25 pm
SNA
-
WLG
24h 05m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
2:55 pm - 8:51 pm
WLG
-
SNA
24h 56m
2 stops
$1,813Air New Zealand
Thu, Jul 30 - Mon, Aug 24
Air New Zealand Logo
6:20 pm - 1:25 pm
SNA
-
WLG
24h 05m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
8:55 am - 12:06 pm
WLG
-
SNA
22h 11m
2 stops
$1,863Air New Zealand
Sat, Aug 1 - Thu, Aug 20

Qantas Airways flights from California to Wellington

Our best Qantas Airways deals on California to Wellington flight tickets
Qantas Airways
May 21
LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles
20h 45m
1 stop
WLG1:35 pmWellington
Jun 8
WLG3:40 pmWellington
20h 25m
1 stop
LAX5:05 pmLos Angeles
$824
Qantas Airways
May 20
LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles
20h 45m
1 stop
WLG1:35 pmWellington
May 23
WLG3:40 pmWellington
20h 25m
1 stop
LAX5:05 pmLos Angeles
$831
Qantas Airways
Jun 8
LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles
20h 45m
1 stop
WLG1:35 pmWellington
Jun 15
WLG3:40 pmWellington
20h 25m
1 stop
LAX5:05 pmLos Angeles
$832

United Airlines flights from California to Wellington

Our best United Airlines deals on California to Wellington flight tickets
United Airlines
May 16
LAX8:15 pmLos Angeles
32h 55m
2 stops
WLG12:10 amWellington
May 28
WLG6:00 amWellington
26h 55m
2 stops
LAX1:55 pmLos Angeles
$1,095
United Airlines
May 13
LAS10:46 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
33h 04m
2 stops
WLG2:50 pmWellington
May 17
WLG6:00 amWellington
31h 41m
2 stops
LAS6:41 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$1,220
United Airlines
May 13
SNA6:39 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
34h 31m
2 stops
WLG12:10 amWellington
May 17
WLG6:00 amWellington
25h 20m
2 stops
SNA12:20 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$1,226

momondo 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Wellington that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Thu 5/21

9:50 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Wellington

Mon 6/8

3:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$824

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

9:50 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Wellington

Sat 5/23

3:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$831

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Fri 9/25

11:55 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Wellington

Fri 10/9

11:55 am-1:05 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$862

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Sat 9/12

11:10 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Wellington

Sat 9/26

4:10 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$871
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Sat 9/12

11:55 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Wellington

Sat 9/26

4:10 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$888

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Sat 9/12

11:10 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Wellington

Sat 9/26

4:10 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$931

OntarioWellington

ONT - WLG

ONTWLG

Ontario

Thu 11/5

6:53 pm-12:05 am

2 stops32h 12m

Wellington

Sat 2/27

6:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,566

OntarioWellington

ONT - WLG

ONTWLG

Ontario

Thu 11/5

6:53 pm-12:05 am

2 stops32h 12m

Wellington

Fri 2/26

12:45 pm-9:21 pm

2 stops29h 36m

$1,572

Santa AnaWellington

SNA - WLG

SNAWLG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/30

6:20 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Wellington

Mon 8/24

2:55 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops24h 56m

$1,813

Santa AnaWellington

SNA - WLG

SNAWLG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/1

6:20 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Wellington

Thu 8/20

8:55 am-12:06 pm

2 stops22h 11m

$1,863

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

See travel insights to Wellington from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Wellington

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Wellington from California, with most prices found around $374. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Wellington from California during April instead. Flights to Wellington in April, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $720.

Can stopping save me money on California to Wellington flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Wellington flight.

Cheap California to Wellington flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from California to Wellington

Fastest flight time

18h 41m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from California to Wellington takes 18h 41m
There are no direct flights from California to Wellington. There are no popular flight routes from California to Wellington.
Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Wellington

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Wellington Airport?

    Prices for flights from California to Wellington Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Wellington Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Wellington Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Wellington Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wellington Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Wellington Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Wellington

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from California to Wellington with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $699Free CancellationRating
8.1
240 reviews
Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $802Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,034 reviews
Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New ZealandPriceFrom $892Free CancellationRating
8.0
640 reviews
Search Air New Zealand flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to Wellington?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Wellington from California.

Can I find flights from California to Wellington with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from California to Wellington on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from California to Wellington?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Wellington from California.

I’m not ready to book a flight from California to Wellington right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Wellington, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Wellington from California and alert you when they change.

An easier way to manage your Wellington trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.
Start using Trips
Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Tue 6/9
Tue 6/16
By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to New Zealand