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

United Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Wellington to California

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

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

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

There is 1 operator available for flights from Wellington Airport to California as of July 2026.

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

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 Wellington Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$469 Cheap Flights from Wellington to California in 2026

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5:10 pm - 1:05 pm

WLG

LAX

15h 55m

1 stop

10:35 pm - 4:10 pm

LAX

WLG

20h 35m

1 stop

$771Fiji Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 5

5:10 pm - 1:05 pm

WLG

LAX

15h 55m

1 stop

10:35 pm - 4:10 pm

LAX

WLG

20h 35m

1 stop

$823Fiji Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Nov 5

7:45 am - 1:20 pm

WLG

LAX

24h 35m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 8:40 am

LAX

WLG

15h 30m

1 stop

$835Air New Zealand

Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 12

7:45 am - 1:20 pm

WLG

LAX

24h 35m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 8:40 am

LAX

WLG

15h 30m

1 stop

$837Air New Zealand

Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 12

9:15 pm - 10:05 am

WLG

LAX

33h 50m

1 stop

7:10 pm - 8:10 am

LAX

WLG

16h 00m

1 stop

$846Air New Zealand

Sun, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 28

12:45 pm - 1:20 pm

WLG

LAX

19h 35m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 2:20 pm

LAX

WLG

21h 10m

1 stop

$847Air New Zealand

Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 6

3:40 pm - 5:05 pm

WLG

LAX

20h 25m

1 stop

10:55 pm - 2:45 pm

LAX

WLG

20h 50m

1 stop

$880Qantas Airways

Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 8

3:55 pm - 2:30 pm

WLG

LAX

18h 35m

1 stop

2:04 pm - 2:50 pm

LAX

WLG

27h 46m

2 stops

$884American Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Nov 4

6:00 am - 6:40 am

WLG

LAX

20h 40m

1 stop

10:40 pm - 12:05 am

LAX

WLG

28h 25m

1 stop

$885United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Nov 1

6:00 am - 6:40 am

WLG

LAX

20h 40m

1 stop

10:35 pm - 8:40 am

LAX

WLG

37h 05m

2 stops

$886United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4

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Fiji Airways flights from Wellington to California

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Fiji Airways

Oct 19

WLG5:10 pmWellington

15h 55m

1 stop

LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles

Nov 5

LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles

20h 35m

1 stop

WLG4:10 pmWellington

$771

Fiji Airways

Oct 22

WLG5:10 pmWellington

15h 55m

1 stop

LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles

Nov 5

LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles

20h 35m

1 stop

WLG4:10 pmWellington

$823

Qantas Airways flights from Wellington to California

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Wellington to California flight tickets

Qantas Airways

Aug 19

WLG3:40 pmWellington

20h 25m

1 stop

LAX5:05 pmLos Angeles

Sep 8

LAX10:55 pmLos Angeles

20h 50m

1 stop

WLG2:45 pmWellington

$880

Qantas Airways

Aug 29

WLG3:40 pmWellington

20h 25m

1 stop

LAX5:05 pmLos Angeles

Sep 5

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

20h 15m

1 stop

WLG2:45 pmWellington

$893

Qantas Airways

Sep 4

WLG3:40 pmWellington

20h 25m

1 stop

LAX5:05 pmLos Angeles

Sep 11

LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles

20h 45m

1 stop

WLG1:35 pmWellington

$894

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Wellington

Mon 10/19

5:10 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/5

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$771

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WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 10/22

5:10 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/5

10:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$823

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 8/4

7:45 am-1:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/12

10:10 pm-8:40 am

1 stop15h 30m

$835

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 8/4

7:45 am-1:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/12

10:10 pm-8:40 am

1 stop15h 30m

$837

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 11/15

9:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop33h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/28

7:10 pm-8:10 am

1 stop16h 00m

$846

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sun 8/30

12:45 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/6

10:10 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$847

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 8/19

3:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/8

10:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$880

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 10/19

3:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/4

2:04 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops27h 46m

$884

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 10/21

6:00 am-6:40 am

1 stop20h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/1

10:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop28h 25m

$885

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 10/21

6:00 am-6:40 am

1 stop20h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/4

10:35 pm-8:40 am

2 stops37h 05m

$886

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Wellington to California

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of August is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Wellington averaging around $799.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Wellington when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $877 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Wellington for as low as $736 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Wellington to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Wellington to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	18h 05m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Wellington to California takes 18h 05m

There are no direct flights from Wellington to California. There are no popular flight routes from Wellington to California.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Wellington to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Wellington Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Wellington Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Wellington Airport to California?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Wellington Airport to California as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Wellington Airport to California?
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 Wellington Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Wellington to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Wellington to California with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $760	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 654 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to California from Wellington which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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