How long does it take to fly to Wellington?

Flight times from United States to Wellington vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Wellington (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 16h 50m on average. Another popular route from United States to Wellington is flying from San Francisco to Wellington, which will take roughly 18h. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Wellington?

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Fiji Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Wellington from United States according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 66% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Wellington. Keep in mind that there are 4 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 United States to Wellington?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Wellington

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Wellington Airport?

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Wellington Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from United States to Wellington Airport is 4 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States 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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11:55 pm - 5:10 pm

LAX

WLG

22h 15m2 stops

7:40 am - 12:55 pm

WLG

LAX

24h 15m2 stops

$657Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 25

6:10 pm - 3:20 pm

LAX

WLG

24h 10m2 stops

6:00 am - 11:48 am

WLG

LAX

25h 48m2 stops

$672Air Canada

Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 15

8:10 pm - 9:20 am

LAX

WLG

16h 10m1 stop

5:45 pm - 11:15 am

WLG

LAX

14h 30m1 stop

$899Air New Zealand

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 2

6:40 pm - 5:05 pm

ORD

WLG

27h 25m2 stops

7:40 am - 1:55 pm

WLG

ORD

25h 15m2 stops

$1,031American Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

4:24 pm - 12:20 pm

AUS

WLG

24h 56m2 stops

9:10 am - 7:11 pm

WLG

AUS

28h 01m2 stops

$1,031American Airlines

Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 12

7:30 am - 8:40 am

AUS

WLG

30h 10m2 stops

3:55 pm - 8:40 pm

WLG

AUS

23h 45m2 stops

$1,119Air New Zealand

Tue, Feb 24 - Sun, Mar 8

7:50 pm - 12:05 am

SNA

WLG

31h 15m2 stops

6:00 am - 12:15 pm

WLG

SNA

27h 15m2 stops

$1,223United Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

1:53 pm - 12:05 am

ONT

WLG

37h 12m2 stops

6:00 am - 12:17 pm

WLG

ONT

27h 17m2 stops

$1,223United Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

6:50 pm - 11:55 pm

LGA

WLG

37h 05m2 stops

6:05 am - 6:59 pm

WLG

LGA

28h 54m2 stops

$1,558Qantas Airways

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 19

1:13 pm - 11:50 pm

DEN

WLG

39h 37m2 stops

6:00 am - 7:14 pm

WLG

DEN

32h 14m3 stops

$1,628Qantas Airways

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

Air Canada flights from United States to Wellington

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Air Canada

Mar 1

LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles

24h 10m

2 stops

WLG3:20 pmWellington

Mar 15

WLG6:00 amWellington

25h 48m

2 stops

LAX11:48 amLos Angeles

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Air Canada

Feb 28

LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles

25h 00m

2 stops

WLG4:10 pmWellington

Mar 15

WLG6:00 amWellington

28h 09m

2 stops

LAX2:09 pmLos Angeles

$717

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Air Canada

Mar 17

SEA8:00 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

32h 05m

2 stops

WLG12:05 amWellington

Mar 24

WLG10:05 amWellington

24h 56m

2 stops

SEA3:01 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

$834

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Air New Zealand flights from United States to Wellington

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Air New Zealand

Jan 19

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles

16h 10m

1 stop

WLG9:20 amWellington

Feb 2

WLG5:45 pmWellington

14h 30m

1 stop

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles

$899

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Air New Zealand

Jan 19

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles

21h 00m

1 stop

WLG2:10 pmWellington

Feb 2

WLG11:30 amWellington

20h 10m

2 stops

LAX10:40 amLos Angeles

$933

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Air New Zealand

Mar 18

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles

26h 00m

1 stop

WLG7:10 pmWellington

Mar 29

WLG3:55 pmWellington

15h 10m

1 stop

LAX11:05 amLos Angeles

$1,017

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11:55 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Wellington

Sat 4/25

7:40 am-12:55 pm

2 stops24h 15m

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Sun 3/1

6:10 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Wellington

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6:00 am-11:48 am

2 stops25h 48m

$672

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Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

8:10 pm-9:20 am

1 stop16h 10m

Wellington

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5:45 pm-11:15 am

1 stop14h 30m

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ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

6:40 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Wellington

Sat 2/7

7:40 am-1:55 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$1,031

AustinWellington

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Austin Bergstrom

Thu 2/26

4:24 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops24h 56m

Wellington

Thu 3/12

9:10 am-7:11 pm

2 stops28h 01m

$1,031

AustinWellington

AUS - WLG

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Austin Bergstrom

Tue 2/24

7:30 am-8:40 am

2 stops30h 10m

Wellington

Sun 3/8

3:55 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$1,119

Santa AnaWellington

SNA - WLG

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/31

7:50 pm-12:05 am

2 stops31h 15m

Wellington

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,223

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ONT - WLG

ONTWLG

Ontario

Sat 1/31

1:53 pm-12:05 am

2 stops37h 12m

Wellington

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-12:17 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$1,223

New YorkWellington

LGA - WLG

LGAWLG

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/5

6:50 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Wellington

Tue 5/19

6:05 am-6:59 pm

2 stops28h 54m

$1,558

DenverWellington

DEN - WLG

DENWLG

Denver Intl

Wed 3/11

1:13 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops39h 37m

Wellington

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-7:14 pm

3 stops32h 14m

$1,628

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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 United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,475. 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 Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from United States to Wellington for around $2,200.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Wellington is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from United States to Wellington in the morning for as low as $1,409. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $2,099 on average. Flights to Wellington from United States at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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Fastest flight time	16h 50m
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The fastest flight from United States to Wellington takes 16h 50m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Wellington Airport?
Prices for flights from United States to Wellington Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Wellington Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from United States to Wellington Airport is 4 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States 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 8.1 210 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $892	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 553 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $932	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 947 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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