What airlines fly to Wellington?

Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Wellington from California according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 80% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Wellington. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Wellington on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Wellington?

Qantas Airways is the most popular carrier operating from California to Wellington

How long does it take to fly to Wellington?

Flight times from California to Wellington vary, but if you’re flying out of San Francisco and flying into Wellington (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 18h 15m on average. Another popular route from California to Wellington is flying from Los Angeles to Wellington, which will take roughly 20h 15m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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?

As of February 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from 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.

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10:35 pm - 4:10 pm

LAX

WLG

20h 35m

1 stop

5:10 pm - 1:00 pm

WLG

LAX

15h 50m

1 stop

$688Fiji Airways

Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Mar 12

11:35 pm - 4:10 pm

LAX

WLG

20h 35m

1 stop

5:10 pm - 1:00 pm

WLG

LAX

15h 50m

1 stop

$689Fiji Airways

Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Mar 26

11:50 pm - 1:35 pm

LAX

WLG

16h 45m

1 stop

5:40 pm - 7:05 am

WLG

LAX

33h 25m

2 stops

$788Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9

11:35 pm - 8:10 am

LAX

WLG

36h 35m

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5:10 pm - 1:00 pm

WLG

LAX

15h 50m

1 stop

$795Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Mar 26

12:45 pm - 3:20 pm

SAN

WLG

29h 35m

2 stops

8:00 am - 11:03 am

WLG

SAN

24h 03m

2 stops

$1,128Air Canada

Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8

9:30 pm - 2:50 pm

SFO

WLG

21h 20m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 4:55 pm

WLG

SFO

20h 55m

1 stop

$1,150Qantas Airways

Fri, Mar 20 - Fri, Mar 27

10:30 pm - 2:45 pm

SFO

WLG

21h 15m

1 stop

3:55 pm - 5:45 pm

WLG

SFO

20h 50m

1 stop

$1,190Qantas Airways

Sun, Apr 5 - Tue, Apr 14

6:37 pm - 9:20 am

ONT

WLG

42h 43m

2 stops

6:00 am - 10:57 pm

WLG

ONT

36h 57m

2 stops

$1,193United Airlines

Fri, Mar 20 - Fri, Mar 27

4:25 pm - 12:05 am

SFO

WLG

34h 40m

2 stops

9:55 am - 10:39 am

WLG

SFO

20h 44m

2 stops

$1,271Air Canada

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9

6:00 am - 12:05 am

ONT

WLG

46h 05m

2 stops

3:55 pm - 5:47 pm

WLG

ONT

44h 52m

2 stops

$1,298United Airlines

Sun, Mar 22 - Wed, Apr 8

Air New Zealand flights from California to Wellington

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Air New Zealand

Mar 2

LAX5:15 pmLos Angeles

30h 05m

2 stops

WLG8:20 pmWellington

Mar 9

WLG3:15 pmWellington

17h 00m

2 stops

LAX12:15 pmLos Angeles

$982

Air New Zealand

Feb 19

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles

18h 10m

2 stops

WLG11:20 amWellington

Mar 7

WLG11:30 amWellington

20h 10m

2 stops

LAX10:40 amLos Angeles

$1,205

Air New Zealand

Jun 2

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles

26h 45m

2 stops

WLG8:40 amWellington

Jun 16

WLG9:10 amWellington

21h 55m

2 stops

LAX12:05 pmLos Angeles

$1,219

American Airlines flights from California to Wellington

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American Airlines

Mar 3

LAX3:48 pmLos Angeles

23h 32m

2 stops

WLG12:20 pmWellington

Mar 10

WLG9:10 amWellington

25h 27m

2 stops

LAX2:37 pmLos Angeles

$852

American Airlines

Mar 19

SJC6:00 amSan Jose

34h 20m

2 stops

WLG12:20 pmWellington

Mar 26

WLG9:10 amWellington

26h 40m

3 stops

SJC3:50 pmSan Jose

$1,772

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LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

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Thu 2/19

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Wellington

Thu 3/12

5:10 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$688

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LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Thu 3/19

11:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Wellington

Thu 3/26

5:10 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$689

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

11:50 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Wellington

Mon 3/9

5:40 pm-7:05 am

2 stops33h 25m

$788

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Thu 3/19

11:35 pm-8:10 am

2 stops36h 35m

Wellington

Thu 3/26

5:10 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$795

San DiegoWellington

SAN - WLG

SANWLG

San Diego

Wed 3/4

12:45 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Wellington

Sun 3/8

8:00 am-11:03 am

2 stops24h 03m

$1,128

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Fri 3/20

9:30 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Wellington

Fri 3/27

4:00 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$1,150

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Sun 4/5

10:30 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Wellington

Tue 4/14

3:55 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$1,190

OntarioWellington

ONT - WLG

ONTWLG

Ontario

Fri 3/20

6:37 pm-9:20 am

2 stops42h 43m

Wellington

Fri 3/27

6:00 am-10:57 pm

2 stops36h 57m

$1,193

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

4:25 pm-12:05 am

2 stops34h 40m

Wellington

Mon 3/9

9:55 am-10:39 am

2 stops20h 44m

$1,271

OntarioWellington

ONT - WLG

ONTWLG

Ontario

Sun 3/22

6:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops46h 05m

Wellington

Wed 4/8

3:55 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops44h 52m

$1,298

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Wellington from California, with most prices found around $807. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Wellington from California during March instead. Flights to Wellington in March, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $929.

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The fastest flight from California to Wellington takes 18h 15m

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As of February 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from 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.

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Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $734	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 223 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $892	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 580 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $967	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 986 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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