Which airlines fly to Wellington?

When flying to Wellington from United States, momondo travelers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways or Air Canada. Depending on what airport in United States you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

Fiji Airways Flights to Wellington

Fiji Airways will jet to Wellington around 29 times in an average week. Where you fly from will dictate what kind of deals you can get for Fiji Airways, but prices as low as $734 have been found from Los Angeles to Wellington. Fiji Airways has scored 8.0/10 in momondo user reviews.

Air New Zealand Flights to Wellington

Air New Zealand flies to Wellington 73 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to Wellington from Christchurch. Air New Zealand (rating: 8.0, 513 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to Wellington from. The best Air New Zealand ticket price found on momondo to Wellington was from Boston Logan Intl ($950 round-trip).

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 10m on average. Another popular route from United States to Wellington is flying from Miami to Wellington, which will take roughly 29h 15m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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10:45 pm - 5:05 pmLAX-WLG

21h 20m2 stops

5:10 pm - 11:50 amWLG-LAX

15h 40m1 stop

$878Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 7

11:30 pm - 7:05 amLAX-WLG

34h 35m1 stop

9:05 pm - 6:55 amWLG-LAX

30h 50m1 stop

$890Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 25

7:05 pm - 11:45 amLAX-WLG

19h 40m2 stops

12:20 pm - 10:40 amWLG-LAX

19h 20m2 stops

$898Air New Zealand

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 16

8:10 pm - 11:20 amLAX-WLG

18h 10m2 stops

1:15 pm - 10:40 amWLG-LAX

18h 25m1 stop

$905Air New Zealand

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 16

6:50 pm - 4:10 pmAUS-WLG

26h 20m2 stops

5:10 pm - 6:09 pmWLG-AUS

19h 59m2 stops

$1,050Fiji Airways

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Tue, Feb 24 - Sat, Mar 7

10:45 pm - 8:35 amLAX-WLG

36h 50m2 stops

9:10 am - 2:30 pmWLG-LAX

26h 20m2 stops

$1,058Qantas Airways

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Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 17

11:50 pm - 7:05 amLAX-WLG

35h 15m2 stops

9:10 pm - 6:05 amWLG-LAX

28h 55m2 stops

$1,064Qantas Airways

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Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 29

10:45 pm - 4:10 pmLAX-WLG

20h 25m1 stop

5:10 pm - 12:50 pmWLG-LAX

15h 40m1 stop

$1,115Fiji Airways

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Thu, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 21

1:05 pm - 12:05 amAUS-WLG

40h 00m3 stops

3:55 pm - 11:19 amWLG-AUS

62h 24m3 stops

$1,388Air Canada

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Tue, Feb 24 - Sun, Mar 8

3:40 pm - 12:10 amORD-WLG

37h 30m2 stops

6:00 am - 4:58 pmWLG-ORD

29h 58m3 stops

$1,612Air Canada

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Fri, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 13

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Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Sat 2/28

10:45 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Wellington

Sat 3/7

5:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop15h 40m

$878

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Wed 2/11

11:30 pm-7:05 am

1 stop34h 35m

Wellington

Wed 2/25

9:05 pm-6:55 am

1 stop30h 50m

$890

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

7:05 pm-11:45 am

2 stops19h 40m

Wellington

Tue 12/16

12:20 pm-10:40 am

2 stops19h 20m

$898

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

8:10 pm-11:20 am

2 stops18h 10m

Wellington

Tue 12/16

1:15 pm-10:40 am

1 stop18h 25m

$905

AustinWellington

AUS - WLG

AUSWLG

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 2/24

6:50 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Wellington

Sat 3/7

5:10 pm-6:09 pm

2 stops19h 59m

$1,050

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Mon 11/3

10:45 pm-8:35 am

2 stops36h 50m

Wellington

Mon 11/17

9:10 am-2:30 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$1,058

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/15

11:50 pm-7:05 am

2 stops35h 15m

Wellington

Sun 3/29

9:10 pm-6:05 am

2 stops28h 55m

$1,064

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Thu 3/5

10:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Wellington

Sat 3/21

5:10 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$1,115

AustinWellington

AUS - WLG

AUSWLG

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 2/24

1:05 pm-12:05 am

3 stops40h 00m

Wellington

Sun 3/8

3:55 pm-11:19 am

3 stops62h 24m

$1,388

ChicagoWellington

ORD - WLG

ORDWLG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

3:40 pm-12:10 am

2 stops37h 30m

Wellington

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-4:58 pm

3 stops29h 58m

$1,612

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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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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO WELLINGTON FROM LOS ANGELES	September	33% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Wellington costs on average just $807 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO WELLINGTON FROM LOS ANGELES	December	42% more expensive	It costs about $1,697 for flights to Wellington from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO WELLINGTON FROM LOS ANGELES	December	316% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Wellington from Los Angeles in December than any other month

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Summary info about Wellington flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$586
Best Round-Trip Price	$878
Fastest flight time	16h 10m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Wellington from United States in the last 72 hours is $586 (Los Angeles to Wellington).

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The best round-trip flight price to Wellington from United States in the last 72 hours is $878 (Los Angeles to Wellington).

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The fastest flight to Wellington from United States takes 16h 10m (Los Angeles to Wellington).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Wellington, with a 12% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Wellington

What is there to do in Wellington when it’s raining?

When planning your flight to Wellington, it is important to be aware that some months are not as ideal as others. Specifically, the month of July could carry a higher chance of rain, as Wellington sees up to 5.1 inches or more. There are still things to do in Wellington even when it's raining, but be aware that rain is highly probable in the area. While in Wellington you will find New Zealand Cricket Museum nearby which is a great museum to visit when you’re looking for things to do indoors.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Wellington from United States, with most prices found around $1,322. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Wellington from United States during February instead. Flights to Wellington in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $1,343.

Is there an alternative airport near Wellington?

Paraparaumu Airport, Picton Koromiko Airport, Blenheim Airport, Palmerston North Airport or Nelson Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Wellington.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Wellington?

You can find deals at Nelson Airport for $154 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Wellington?

In the past two weeks, users have booked deals to Wellington for $38/person, which is 84% cheaper than the average flight to Wellington. To find the cheapest price to Wellington from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

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

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

There are 8 operators available for flights to Wellington Airport as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Wellington Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Wellington Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Wellington Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Wellington Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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