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Cheap flights from Wellington to California from $649

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 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — LAX
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
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 8 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,281

One-way from

$879

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,880
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 29/10-6/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 44m total
  • Wellington to California
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 14/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 20m total
  • Wellington to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($155 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($53 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 8 July 2025.

Wed 29/1006:00WLG - LAX
2 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1112:50LAX - WLG
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$1,281
Wed 20/817:45WLG - LAX
1 stop14h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 27/822:10LAX - WLG
1 stop19h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/7$1,358
Wed 20/817:15WLG - SFO
1 stop32h 45mAir New Zealand
Wed 27/822:05SFO - WLG
1 stop16h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/7$1,453
Thu 17/715:55WLG - SFO
1 stop20h 50mQantas Airways
Tue 29/716:25SFO - WLG
2 stops27h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,518
Thu 17/706:00WLG - SFO
1 stop21h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 29/723:05SFO - WLG
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,526
Mon 18/815:50WLG - LAX
2 stops38h 29mAir Canada
Mon 25/820:40LAX - WLG
2 stops47h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 6/7$1,594
Wed 20/817:15WLG - LAX
2 stops56h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 27/822:35LAX - WLG
2 stops38h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,608
Mon 18/806:05WLG - LAX
1 stop18h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 25/823:05LAX - WLG
2 stops23h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/7$1,696
Mon 1/915:40WLG - LAX
1 stop20h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 22/921:35LAX - WLG
1 stop22h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/7$1,816
Mon 20/1017:15WLG - SFO
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1117:05SFO - WLG
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,860
Thu 24/706:05WLG - SFO
2 stops35h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/819:54SFO - WLG
2 stops23h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,885
Wed 20/817:45WLG - OAK
3 stops32h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/806:00OAK - WLG
3 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$2,145

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Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 29/10

06:00-16:29

2 stops30h 29m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/11

12:50-00:05

2 stops38h 15m

$1,281

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 20/8

17:45-13:20

1 stop14h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 27/8

22:10-12:25

1 stop19h 15m

$1,358

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Wed 20/8

17:15-07:00

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 27/8

22:05-09:10

1 stop16h 05m

$1,453

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Wed 20/8

15:40-23:07

2 stops26h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 27/8

16:25-14:35

2 stops27h 10m

$1,524

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 18/8

15:50-11:19

2 stops38h 29m

Los Angeles

Mon 25/8

20:40-14:45

2 stops47h 05m

$1,594

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 20/8

17:15-06:45

2 stops56h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 27/8

22:35-08:10

2 stops38h 35m

$1,608

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 18/8

06:05-06:00

1 stop18h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 25/8

23:05-17:10

2 stops23h 05m

$1,696

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Mon 1/9

15:40-16:40

1 stop20h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 22/9

21:35-14:35

1 stop22h 00m

$1,816

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Mon 20/10

17:15-11:50

1 stop14h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

17:05-16:10

2 stops26h 05m

$1,860

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 24/7

06:05-22:37

2 stops35h 32m

San Francisco

Mon 11/8

19:54-14:45

2 stops23h 51m

$1,885

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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 $744). Flying from Wellington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $981). 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 8 July 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Wellington to California?

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 8 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Airlines, Emirates, andSingapore Airlines from Wellington to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
744 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
3,287 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
1,322 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
494 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
873 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
744 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington to California. 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 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Wellington to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air New Zealand, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $879. American Airlines flights start at $915 while deals on United Airlines start at $924 one-way.

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

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

  • 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?

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

  • 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 $744). Flying from Wellington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $981). 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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Wellington to California. 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 8 July 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$750Average$1,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$917Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,131Average$1,580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,332Average$1,819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,337Average$1,997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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