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 82% 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?

Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers 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 16h 05m on average. Another popular route from California to Wellington is flying from Los Angeles to Wellington, which will take roughly 16h 40m. 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 July 2025, 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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2:10 pm - 12:05 amLAX-WLG

36h 55m2 stops

6:00 am - 1:24 pmWLG-LAX

28h 24m2 stops

$823Air Canada

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mié., nov. 19 - mar., feb. 17

6:53 pm - 12:05 amSFO-WLG

32h 12m2 stops

6:00 am - 10:39 amWLG-SFO

25h 39m2 stops

$827Air Canada

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dom., nov. 16 - mar., nov. 25

10:45 pm - 4:10 pmLAX-WLG

20h 25m1 stop

9:15 am - 11:50 amWLG-LAX

23h 35m2 stops

$841

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mar., nov. 4 - mar., nov. 18

10:45 pm - 4:10 pmLAX-WLG

20h 25m1 stop

5:45 pm - 11:15 amWLG-LAX

14h 30m1 stop

$941

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mar., nov. 4 - mar., nov. 18

7:05 pm - 9:20 amLAX-WLG

17h 15m1 stop

4:45 pm - 10:40 amWLG-LAX

14h 55m1 stop

$984Air New Zealand

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vie., nov. 21 - vie., nov. 28

7:05 pm - 3:20 pmLAX-WLG

23h 15m1 stop

12:20 pm - 10:40 amWLG-LAX

19h 20m2 stops

$1,023Air New Zealand

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vie., nov. 21 - vie., nov. 28

11:55 pm - 5:10 pmLAX-WLG

22h 15m2 stops

9:10 pm - 12:55 pmWLG-LAX

34h 45m2 stops

$1,131Fiji Airways

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lun., ago. 25 - dom., sep. 7

11:30 pm - 5:05 pmLAX-WLG

20h 35m1 stop

7:40 am - 6:55 amWLG-LAX

20h 15m1 stop

$1,176American Airlines

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mar., dic. 16 - lun., ene. 5

7:00 pm - 4:10 pmSFO-WLG

25h 10m2 stops

7:40 am - 12:25 pmWLG-SFO

25h 45m2 stops

$1,179Fiji Airways

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mar., oct. 21 - vie., nov. 21

3:45 pm - 12:20 pmLAX-WLG

23h 35m2 stops

7:40 am - 6:55 amWLG-LAX

20h 15m1 stop

$1,180American Airlines

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mar., dic. 16 - lun., ene. 5

Air New Zealand flights from California to Wellington

Our best Air New Zealand deals on California to Wellington flight tickets

Air New Zealand

Nov 21

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

17h 15m

1 stop

WLG9:20 amWellington

Nov 28

WLG4:45 pmWellington

14h 55m

1 stop

LAX10:40 amLos Angeles

$984

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Air New Zealand

Nov 21

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

23h 15m

1 stop

WLG3:20 pmWellington

Nov 28

WLG12:20 pmWellington

19h 20m

2 stops

LAX10:40 amLos Angeles

$1,023

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Air New Zealand

Oct 16

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles

17h 00m

1 stop

WLG10:10 amWellington

Oct 27

WLG3:55 pmWellington

16h 20m

1 stop

LAX12:15 pmLos Angeles

$1,032

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Qantas Airways flights from California to Wellington

Our best Qantas Airways deals on California to Wellington flight tickets

Qantas Airways

Sep 4

LAX11:10 pmLos Angeles

20h 35m

1 stop

WLG2:45 pmWellington

Sep 15

WLG6:05 amWellington

27h 20m

1 stop

LAX2:25 pmLos Angeles

$1,226

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Qantas Airways

Sep 3

LAX11:05 pmLos Angeles

20h 40m

1 stop

WLG2:45 pmWellington

Sep 14

WLG3:40 pmWellington

20h 00m

1 stop

LAX4:40 pmLos Angeles

$1,239

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Qantas Airways

Aug 20

LAX11:10 pmLos Angeles

20h 35m

1 stop

WLG2:45 pmWellington

Aug 23

WLG6:05 amWellington

18h 55m

1 stop

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

$1,249

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Depart

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Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

mié. 11/19

2:10 pm-12:05 am

2 stops36h 55m

Wellington

mar. 2/17

6:00 am-1:24 pm

2 stops28h 24m

$823

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

dom. 11/16

6:53 pm-12:05 am

2 stops32h 12m

Wellington

mar. 11/25

6:00 am-10:39 am

2 stops25h 39m

$827

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

mar. 11/4

10:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Wellington

mar. 11/18

9:15 am-11:50 am

2 stops23h 35m

$841

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

mar. 11/4

10:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Wellington

mar. 11/18

5:45 pm-11:15 am

1 stop14h 30m

$941

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

vie. 11/21

7:05 pm-9:20 am

1 stop17h 15m

Wellington

vie. 11/28

4:45 pm-10:40 am

1 stop14h 55m

$984

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

vie. 11/21

7:05 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Wellington

vie. 11/28

12:20 pm-10:40 am

2 stops19h 20m

$1,023

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

lun. 8/25

11:55 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Wellington

dom. 9/7

9:10 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$1,131

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

mar. 12/16

11:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Wellington

lun. 1/5

7:40 am-6:55 am

1 stop20h 15m

$1,176

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

mar. 10/21

7:00 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Wellington

vie. 11/21

7:40 am-12:25 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$1,179

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

mar. 12/16

3:45 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Wellington

lun. 1/5

7:40 am-6:55 am

1 stop20h 15m

$1,180

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Wellington

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Wellington from California, with most prices found around $918. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Wellington from California during May instead. Flights to Wellington in May, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $967.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Wellington from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,149. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to Wellington for around $1,413.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Wellington?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Wellington from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Wellington for around $1,240 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Wellington from California for as low as $986 on momondo.

Cheap California to Wellington flight deals and tips

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

Best Price Found	$587
Fastest flight time	15h 35m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Wellington	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Wellington from California in the past 72 hours is $587. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Wellington found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $823.

The fastest flight from California to Wellington takes 15h 35m

There are no direct flights from California to Wellington. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Los Angeles Airport - Wellington Airport, San Francisco Airport - Wellington Airport and Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport - Wellington Airport.

There is 1 airport near Wellington: Wellington (WLG)

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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 July 2025, 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.

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 Airways	PriceFrom $807	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 202 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 501 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $967	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 887 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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