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Cheap flights from Wellington to California from $752

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 24/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — LAX
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to California

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) to California (USCA). 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 21 November 2024.

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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 21 November 2024.

Mon 25/1119:10WLG - LAX
1 stop31h 55mJetstar
Sun 8/1222:30LAX - WLG
1 stop35h 35mJetstar
Deal found 20/11$1,503
Tue 24/1206:00WLG - LAX
1 stop26h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/121:20LAX - WLG
1 stop20h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,508
Mon 25/1106:00WLG - LAX
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1215:45LAX - WLG
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,622
Wed 4/1213:35WLG - LAX
1 stop19h 15mFiji Airways
Wed 11/1222:35LAX - WLG
1 stop17h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/11$1,676
Wed 4/1221:05WLG - LAX
2 stops30h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 11/1220:10LAX - WLG
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$1,739
Thu 5/1206:00WLG - SFO
1 stop30h 45mQantas Airways
Wed 11/1219:00SFO - WLG
2 stops31h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,802
Thu 5/1216:30WLG - SFO
2 stops25h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1216:43SFO - WLG
2 stops25h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$1,814
Fri 20/1217:45WLG - SFO
1 stop34h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/209:10SFO - WLG
2 stops51h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,958
Wed 25/1212:55WLG - LAX
2 stops20h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/111:22LAX - WLG
2 stops28h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,970
Wed 25/1209:10WLG - LAX
2 stops23h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 5/119:05LAX - WLG
1 stop30h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$2,101
Thu 5/1214:55WLG - SFO
1 stop37h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 11/1222:45SFO - WLG
1 stop36h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$2,106
Thu 5/1214:35WLG - SFO
3 stops67h 15mEmirates
Wed 11/1215:40SFO - WLG
3 stops48h 50mEmirates
Deal found 19/11$4,484

Find flights from Wellington to California within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington to California 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 149,782 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Thu 23/1

06:00-16:06

2 stops31h 06m

Los Angeles

Fri 31/1

17:10-15:20

2 stops25h 10m

$1,124

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 24/12

06:00-11:50

1 stop26h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/1

21:20-14:50

1 stop20h 30m

$1,508

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sat 15/2

06:00-06:50

1 stop21h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/3

22:35-08:40

2 stops37h 05m

$1,540

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Sat 15/2

16:45-11:15

1 stop15h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/3

20:00-11:20

1 stop18h 20m

$1,634

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 4/12

13:35-11:50

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

22:35-12:35

1 stop17h 00m

$1,676

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 4/12

21:05-06:05

2 stops30h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

20:10-15:20

1 stop22h 10m

$1,739

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 5/12

06:00-15:45

1 stop30h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

19:00-23:50

2 stops31h 50m

$1,802

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 5/12

16:30-20:57

2 stops25h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

16:43-14:50

2 stops25h 07m

$1,814

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Fri 20/12

17:45-07:05

1 stop34h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 12/2

09:10-09:10

2 stops51h 00m

$1,958

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Fri 10/1

09:45-11:10

2 stops22h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

17:10-14:20

2 stops24h 10m

$2,011

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to California

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Travel insights for flights from Wellington to California

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

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 $733). Flying from Wellington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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 21 November 2024.

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 21 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, American Airlines and United Airlines 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
201 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air New Zealand
8.1
Very Good
531 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
820 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $756. Air New Zealand flights start at $795 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $895 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 - Oakland.

  • 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 $733). Flying from Wellington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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 149,782 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,060Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,185Average$1,762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,252Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,254Average$1,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,393Average$1,789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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