Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Wellington to the United States from $499

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — LAX
24 Feb — 3 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wellington to USA flight deals. Data was last updated 19 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$965

One-way from

$499

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,675
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 5/3-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • Wellington to USA
Search Deals
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 2/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 00m total
  • Wellington to USA
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Wellington to USA

Cheapest flights from Wellington to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2025.

Wed 5/313:35WLG - LAX
1 stop19h 15mFiji Airways
Mon 10/323:35LAX - WLG
1 stop17h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/2$965
Wed 5/306:00WLG - LAX
2 stops31h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/317:10LAX - WLG
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,113
Mon 24/306:00WLG - LAX
1 stop27h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 7/421:50LAX - WLG
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/2$1,137
Mon 3/306:00WLG - SFO
2 stops26h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/318:00SFO - WLG
2 stops26h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,209
Tue 4/306:05WLG - SFO
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/322:45SFO - WLG
1 stop35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,216
Tue 4/316:00WLG - SFO
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 8/311:40SFO - WLG
2 stops30h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,232
Tue 11/308:30WLG - HNL
3 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/322:55HNL - WLG
2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$1,389
Mon 24/307:40WLG - LAX
2 stops28h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/422:50LAX - WLG
1 stop20h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,412
Thu 30/1016:30WLG - ORD
2 stops25h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1113:23ORD - WLG
2 stops30h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$1,512
Wed 5/306:00WLG - LAX
1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/300:56LAX - WLG
2 stops50h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,516
Thu 30/1016:00WLG - ORD
2 stops33h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 4/1113:23ORD - WLG
2 stops39h 27mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/2$1,528
Tue 11/319:20WLG - HNL
1 stop11h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 20/309:20HNL - WLG
1 stop24h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/2$1,566

Find flights from Wellington to USA within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington to USA 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 19 February 2025.

Fly from

Wellington

Fly to

USA

Route

Departure

Return

Price

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

$965

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 5/3

06:00-13:36

2 stops28h 36m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/3

17:10-13:35

2 stops24h 25m

$1,183

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Mon 3/3

06:00-11:05

2 stops26h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 8/3

18:00-17:05

2 stops26h 05m

$1,209

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Tue 4/3

06:05-06:50

1 stop21h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 8/3

22:45-07:35

1 stop35h 50m

$1,216

WellingtonSan Francisco

WLG - SFO

WLGSFO

Wellington

Tue 4/3

16:00-15:45

1 stop20h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 8/3

11:40-14:50

2 stops30h 10m

$1,232

WellingtonHonolulu

WLG - HNL

WLGHNL

Wellington

Tue 11/3

08:30-10:40

3 stops25h 10m

Honolulu

Thu 20/3

22:55-12:35

2 stops38h 40m

$1,389

WellingtonHonolulu

WLG - HNL

WLGHNL

Wellington

Tue 11/3

19:20-07:30

1 stop11h 10m

Honolulu

Thu 20/3

09:20-09:10

1 stop24h 50m

$1,566

WellingtonLos Angeles

WLG - LAX

WLGLAX

Wellington

Wed 5/3

06:00-06:50

1 stop21h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/3

00:56-23:40

2 stops50h 44m

$1,589

WellingtonNew York

WLG - JFK

WLGJFK

Wellington

Fri 8/8

06:00-08:21

2 stops42h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 22/8

07:29-14:45

2 stops39h 16m

$1,605

WellingtonNewark

WLG - EWR

WLGEWR

Wellington

Sat 1/3

06:00-21:29

2 stops33h 29m

Newark

Tue 18/3

07:45-12:25

2 stops35h 40m

$1,638

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 18/2

Showing 1-10 of 42 results
1
2
3
...
5

Best time to book a flight from Wellington to USA

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to USA from Wellington with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Wellington to USA

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to USA (average of $763). Flying from Wellington to USA 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 US?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington to USA. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 February 2025.

When flying from Wellington to USA, 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 USA by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in USA ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit USA when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in USA by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to USA, 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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated 19 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Fiji Airways from Wellington to USA by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
3,289 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
1,303 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
8.0
Very Good
185 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
462 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
7.4
Good
817 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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 USA. 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 United States?

    Wellington (WLG), located 5.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Wellington to United States.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $499. Users have also found prices from $748 and $1,330 on United Airlines and Air New Zealand, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Wellington to USA is Wellington - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Wellington - Newark or Wellington - New York LaGuardia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to USA (average of $763). Flying from Wellington to USA 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Wellington to USA

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Auckland to Los Angeles flights
Auckland to John F Kennedy Intl flights
Auckland to San Francisco flights
Auckland to Newark flights
Auckland to LaGuardia flights
Auckland to Hobby flights
Auckland to Honolulu flights
Auckland to Ontario flights
Christchurch to John F Kennedy Intl flights
Auckland to George Bush Intcntl flights
Christchurch to Newark flights
Auckland to Las Vegas flights
Auckland to Seattle flights
Wellington to Newark flights
Wellington to John F Kennedy Intl flights
Auckland to O'Hare Intl flights
Auckland to Pearson Intl flights
Auckland to Boston flights
Auckland to Denver flights
Christchurch to San Francisco flights
Auckland to Salt Lake City flights
Auckland to Kansas City flights
Auckland to Orlando flights
Auckland to Charlotte flights
Auckland to Mexico City flights
Auckland to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Auckland to Detroit flights
Christchurch to Los Angeles flights
Wellington to Honolulu flights
Auckland to Cancún flights
Auckland to Kahului flights
Wellington to Los Angeles flights
Auckland to Austin flights
Auckland to Minneapolis flights
Auckland to Fort Lauderdale flights
Auckland to Long Beach flights
Auckland to Lihue flights
Auckland to Miami flights

Top 5 airlines flying from Wellington to USA

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Wellington to USA. 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 19 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$790Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Search American Airlines flights
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$992Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,216Average$2,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,393Average$2,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search Air New Zealand flights
United AirlinesCheapest$1,692Average$2,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search United Airlines flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Wellington to USA?

900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to USA from Wellington today with Cheapflights!

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Wellington to USA?

Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from Wellington to USA by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and put it in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Wellington to USA with no change fees?

Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from Wellington to USA with no change fees.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Wellington to USA become cheaper?

Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights from Wellington to USA on Cheapflights with our Price Alert feature and get notified when better prices are available.

100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.