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$411+ Cheap flights from California to Wellington (WLG)

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LAX — WLG
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Wellington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Wellington (WLG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from California to Wellington
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This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/910:35 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/284:30 pmWLG - LAX
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,139
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:45 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/79:05 pmWLG - SFO
2 stops34h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,248
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/247:05 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop17h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/1012:55 pmWLG - LAX
2 stops28h 33mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/20$1,295
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:48 pmLAS - WLG
2 stops19h 47mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/58:30 amWLG - LAS
3 stops28h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,452
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/166:52 pmSJC - WLG
2 stops20h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/204:30 pmWLG - SJC
2 stops38h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,480
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/249:20 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 12/27:40 amWLG - LAX
1 stop20h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,629
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2510:45 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop17h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/306:55 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop33h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/20$1,705
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2910:45 pmSFO - WLG
1 stop17h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/55:45 pmWLG - SFO
1 stop34h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,751
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2112:51 amLAX - WLG
2 stops49h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/12:55 pmWLG - LAX
2 stops45h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,905
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2511:30 pmLAX - WLG
1 stop20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/116:00 amWLG - LAX
1 stop27h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,924
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/254:05 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops34h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 11/306:00 amWLG - SFO
2 stops36h 11mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,950
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/296:00 pmSFO - WLG
2 stops21h 35mFiji Airways
Thu 12/58:15 amWLG - SFO
2 stops25h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/19$2,440

Find flights from California to Wellington within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Wellington that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

2:15 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Wellington

Wed 3/19

9:45 am-1:28 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$971

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

10:35 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Wellington

Wed 3/26

1:35 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$989

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Fri 2/7

8:00 pm-11:20 am

2 stops18h 20m

Wellington

Tue 2/18

1:15 pm-10:45 am

2 stops18h 30m

$992

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Mon 1/13

11:55 pm-7:05 am

1 stop34h 10m

Wellington

Wed 1/29

9:05 pm-6:55 am

1 stop30h 50m

$993

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

11:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Wellington

Mon 3/24

6:00 am-6:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

$1,009

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Mon 1/13

11:55 pm-7:50 am

1 stop34h 55m

Wellington

Wed 1/29

7:40 am-6:55 am

1 stop20h 15m

$1,041

Los AngelesWellington

LAX - WLG

LAXWLG

Los Angeles

Mon 12/9

10:35 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Wellington

Sat 12/28

4:30 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,139

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

10:05 pm-11:20 am

1 stop18h 15m

Wellington

Wed 5/21

4:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$1,203

San FranciscoWellington

SFO - WLG

SFOWLG

San Francisco

Tue 12/31

9:45 pm-7:05 am

2 stops36h 20m

Wellington

Tue 1/7

9:05 pm-10:48 am

2 stops34h 43m

$1,248

San DiegoWellington

SAN - WLG

SANWLG

San Diego

Wed 2/5

12:15 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Wellington

Wed 2/26

6:00 am-12:34 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,325

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Best time to book a flight from California to Wellington

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wellington from California with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from California to Wellington

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Wellington including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Wellington?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wellington (average of $1,328). Flying from California to Wellington in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,625). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to WLG?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Wellington as you normally would.

Rainfall in Wellington by month

Plan your trip to Wellington by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wellington ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Wellington when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Wellington by month

Plan your trip to Wellington by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wellington, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Wellington. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand and United Airlines from California to Wellington to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
201 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Air New Zealand
8.1
Very good
531 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Wellington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Wellington from California?

    Located just 3.3 mi from the city center, Wellington (WLG) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Wellington from California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Wellington one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Wellington are Jetstar ($502), Fiji Airways ($523), and British Airways ($629).

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Wellington?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Wellington or San Jose - Wellington, Los Angeles - Wellington is the most popular route from California to Wellington.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Wellington that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Wellington flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Wellington?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Wellington.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Wellington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Wellington by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Wellington?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wellington (average of $1,328). Flying from California to Wellington in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,625). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from California to Wellington

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from California to Wellington. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$728Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$966Average$1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,005Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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