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Cheap flights from Wellington to California from $657

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 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — LAX
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,302

One-way from

$657
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 5/3-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • Wellington to California
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31/3
  • 31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 20m total
  • Wellington to California
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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 20 January 2025.

Wed 5/313:35WLG - LAX
1 stop19h 15mFiji Airways
Mon 10/323:35LAX - WLG
1 stop17h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 19/1$1,302
Tue 4/306:05WLG - LAX
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/317:10LAX - WLG
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,318
Tue 4/308:30WLG - SFO
2 stops23h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/312:24SFO - WLG
2 stops31h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,445
Thu 6/316:45WLG - SFO
2 stops60h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 13/323:05SFO - WLG
2 stops38h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,590
Tue 4/313:45WLG - LAX
1 stop18h 30mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/321:00LAX - WLG
1 stop20h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$1,642
Wed 5/316:00WLG - SFO
1 stop35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/323:05SFO - WLG
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,649
Tue 4/313:00WLG - LAX
2 stops38h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/300:56LAX - WLG
2 stops50h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,767
Tue 4/320:00WLG - SFO
1 stop36h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/322:45SFO - WLG
1 stop23h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$1,787
Wed 5/307:40WLG - ONT
2 stops31h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/314:54ONT - WLG
2 stops30h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,796
Tue 4/316:00WLG - SFO
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Fri 7/318:00SFO - WLG
2 stops23h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,850
Wed 5/309:45WLG - ONT
3 stops31h 55mAir Canada
Wed 12/313:40ONT - WLG
3 stops27h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 19/1$2,877
Tue 4/314:35WLG - SFO
3 stops67h 15mEmirates
Fri 7/315:40SFO - WLG
2 stops59h 10mEmirates
Deal found 20/1$3,787

Find flights from Wellington to California within your budget

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WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 5/3

13:35-11:50

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/3

23:35-12:35

1 stop17h 00m

$1,302

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 4/3

06:05-11:10

2 stops26h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/3

17:10-23:40

2 stops34h 30m

$1,318

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Tue 4/3

08:30-11:22

2 stops23h 52m

San Francisco

Sat 8/3

12:24-17:05

2 stops31h 41m

$1,445

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Thu 6/3

16:45-08:20

2 stops60h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 13/3

23:05-09:10

2 stops38h 05m

$1,590

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 4/3

13:45-11:15

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/3

21:00-13:10

1 stop20h 10m

$1,642

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Wed 5/3

16:00-06:50

1 stop35h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

23:05-14:50

1 stop19h 45m

$1,649

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Tue 4/3

13:00-06:50

2 stops38h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/3

00:56-23:40

2 stops50h 44m

$1,767

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Tue 4/3

20:00-11:05

1 stop36h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 7/3

22:45-19:10

1 stop23h 25m

$1,787

WellingtonOntario

WLG - ONT

WLGONT

Wellington

Wed 5/3

07:40-18:35

2 stops31h 55m

Ontario

Wed 12/3

14:54-17:05

2 stops30h 11m

$1,796

WellingtonOntario

WLG - ONT

WLGONT

Wellington

Wed 5/3

09:45-20:40

3 stops31h 55m

Ontario

Wed 12/3

13:40-13:10

3 stops27h 30m

$2,877

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to California (average of $763). Flying from Wellington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,000). 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 20 January 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 20 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, United Airlines 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
3,356 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
187 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
7.5
Good
824 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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 $707. American Airlines flights start at $721 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $930 one-way.

  • 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 - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to California (average of $763). Flying from Wellington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,000). 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 Wellington to California

Discover the top 4 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 20 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$806Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$986Average$1,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,242Average$1,825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,462Average$1,880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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