Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Wellington?

Flights from San Diego to Wellington usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Wellington (WLG).

What popular places can I visit in Wellington?

Some of the most popular sights in Wellington are Waitangi Park, St James Theatre, and Basin Reserve Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Wellington on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Wellington?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Diego to Wellington changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,302 to $8,453. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Diego and Wellington?

Wellington is 19 hours ahead of San Diego (New Zealand Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Wellington Airport (WLG)?

Wellington Airport (WLG) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include: • Mode • EZI • Thrifty • Europcar • Hertz

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Diego to Wellington?

Air New Zealand ($2,842) and Air Canada ($2,937) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from San Diego to Wellington according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

06:25 - 20:40SAN San Diego-WLG Wellington

41h 15m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Auckland Intl

17:10 - 10:11WLG Wellington-SAN San Diego

38h 01m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$2,302Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

16:50 - 00:10SAN San Diego-WLG Wellington

35h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:05 - 16:25WLG Wellington-SAN San Diego

30h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

$2,775Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

06:25 - 09:25SAN San Diego-WLG Wellington

30h 00m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Auckland Intl

07:40 - 18:38WLG Wellington-SAN San Diego

31h 58m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

$2,810Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

16:45 - 08:40SAN San Diego-WLG Wellington

18h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

15:05 - 20:24WLG Wellington-SAN San Diego

26h 19m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$2,842Air New Zealand

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

07:05 - 16:25SAN San Diego-WLG Wellington

36h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

16:05 - 13:04WLG Wellington-SAN San Diego

41h 59m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$2,937Air Canada

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

14:00 - 16:25SAN San Diego-WLG Wellington

29h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

10:10 - 17:59WLG Wellington-SAN San Diego

28h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,015Air Canada

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

12:48 - 23:55SAN San Diego-WLG Wellington

39h 07m3 stops Santa Rosa Sonoma County Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

07:50 - 20:24WLG Wellington-SAN San Diego

32h 34m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$3,507Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

13:10 - 23:55SAN San Diego-WLG Wellington

38h 45m3 stops San Francisco Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:05 - 17:10WLG Wellington-SAN San Diego

31h 05m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles San Francisco

$4,027Alaska Airlines

Tue, 6 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct

19:41 - 14:20SAN San Diego-WLG Wellington

22h 39m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

16:55 - 22:57WLG Wellington-SAN San Diego

26h 02m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

$4,149Air New Zealand

Tue, 6 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct

10:28 - 08:40SAN San Diego-WLG Wellington

26h 12m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

07:40 - 19:49WLG Wellington-SAN San Diego

32h 09m3 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$5,288Multiple Airlines

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Diego to Wellington?: Air New Zealand ($2,842) and Air Canada ($2,937) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from San Diego to Wellington according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Wellington?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San Diego to Wellington changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,302 to $8,453. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Wellington Airport (WLG)?
Wellington Airport (WLG) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Mode
• EZI
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Wellington?
Flights from San Diego to Wellington usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Wellington (WLG).
What is the time difference between San Diego and Wellington?
Wellington is 19 hours ahead of San Diego (New Zealand Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Wellington?
Some of the most popular sights in Wellington are Waitangi Park, St James Theatre, and Basin Reserve Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Wellington on KAYAK.

If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Wellington Airport.
- Rydges Wellington Airport
- Brentwood Hotel
- Airport Stays

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