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Cheap flights from Wellington to California from $632

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — LAX
15 Jun — 22 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wellington to California flight deals. Data was last updated 10 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,255

One-way from

$632

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,626
3/8-20/8
  • 3/8-20/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 00m total
  • Wellington to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 13/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • Wellington to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($190 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 June 2025.

Sun 3/812:35WLG - SFO
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/823:25SFO - WLG
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$1,255
Wed 29/1007:40WLG - LAX
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1122:45LAX - WLG
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$1,292
Wed 23/716:45WLG - LAX
1 stop15h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 30/722:10LAX - WLG
1 stop16h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/6$1,717
Mon 4/815:40WLG - LAX
1 stop20h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 24/821:50LAX - WLG
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/6$1,751
Tue 29/706:05WLG - SFO
1 stop30h 40mQantas Airways
Tue 19/822:00SFO - WLG
1 stop21h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/6$1,809
Wed 23/706:05WLG - LAX
1 stop18h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 30/722:55LAX - WLG
2 stops23h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/6$1,811
Wed 30/713:45WLG - SFO
1 stop18h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 18/822:05SFO - WLG
1 stop16h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/6$1,818
Thu 24/709:45WLG - SFO
1 stop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 31/723:05SFO - WLG
1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/6$1,904
Thu 24/709:45WLG - SNA
2 stops24h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 31/718:13SNA - WLG
2 stops42h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/6$2,172
Thu 24/709:45WLG - ONT
2 stops32h 07mUnited Airlines
Thu 31/713:19ONT - WLG
2 stops47h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/6$2,172
Thu 24/706:05WLG - OAK
3 stops36h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 31/706:00OAK - WLG
3 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6$2,213
Wed 23/706:00WLG - LAX
2 stops29h 13mAir Canada
Wed 30/711:00LAX - WLG
3 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 9/6$2,564

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Wellington

Fly to

California

Route

Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Sun 3/8

12:35-13:50

1 stop20h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 20/8

23:25-09:10

2 stops38h 45m

$1,255

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 29/10

07:40-12:55

2 stops25h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/11

22:45-16:10

1 stop20h 25m

$1,292

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 23/7

16:45-13:20

1 stop15h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 30/7

22:10-09:10

1 stop16h 00m

$1,717

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 4/8

15:40-16:40

1 stop20h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 24/8

21:50-13:35

1 stop20h 45m

$1,751

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Tue 29/7

06:05-17:45

1 stop30h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 19/8

22:00-14:45

1 stop21h 45m

$1,809

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 23/7

06:05-06:00

1 stop18h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 30/7

22:55-17:10

2 stops23h 15m

$1,811

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Wed 30/7

13:45-12:50

1 stop18h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 18/8

22:05-09:10

1 stop16h 05m

$1,818

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 24/7

09:45-07:00

1 stop16h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 31/7

23:05-10:10

1 stop16h 05m

$1,904

WellingtonSanta Ana

WLG - SNA

WLGSNA

Wellington

Thu 24/7

09:45-15:11

2 stops24h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 31/7

18:13-08:10

2 stops42h 57m

$2,172

WellingtonOntario

WLG - ONT

WLGONT

Wellington

Thu 24/7

09:45-22:52

2 stops32h 07m

Ontario

Thu 31/7

13:19-08:10

2 stops47h 51m

$2,172

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to California

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to California (average of $756). Flying from Wellington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $989). 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 WLG to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 June 2025.

When flying from Wellington to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 10 June 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with China Airlines, Fiji Airways and Emirates from Wellington to California to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
738 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
738 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
738 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
194 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
738 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,264 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
738 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,302 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
738 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
738 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Wellington (WLG) if they book a flight from Wellington to California. Wellington is conveniently located just 5.3 km from Wellington’s city centre.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Wellington to California are Wellington - San Francisco, Wellington - Los Angeles and Wellington - Ontario.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington to California 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 Wellington to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to California (average of $756). Flying from Wellington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $989). 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 5 airlines flying from Wellington to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$745Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$911Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,124Average$1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,324Average$1,738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,329Average$1,949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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