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

Flights from San Jose to Wellington usually depart from San Jose (SJC) 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 $1,884 to $10,115. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Jose and Wellington?

Wellington is 19 hours ahead of San Jose (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 Jose to Wellington?

American Airlines ($1,884) and Qantas Airways ($2,264) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from San Jose to Wellington according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Tue, 12 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan

15:12 - 17:20SJC San Jose-WLG Wellington

29h 08m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

07:40 - 14:18WLG Wellington-SJC San Jose

27h 38m2 stops Auckland Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,884American Airlines

Tue, 12 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan

15:12 - 17:20SJC San Jose-WLG Wellington

29h 08m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

07:40 - 18:31WLG Wellington-SJC San Jose

31h 51m3 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$2,242American Airlines

Tue, 12 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan

06:15 - 17:20SJC San Jose-WLG Wellington

38h 05m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles Auckland Intl

06:05 - 15:42WLG Wellington-SJC San Jose

30h 37m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$2,264Qantas Airways

Tue, 12 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan

06:15 - 12:40SJC San Jose-WLG Wellington

33h 25m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:05 - 15:42WLG Wellington-SJC San Jose

30h 37m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$2,518Qantas Airways

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

17:24 - 14:50SJC San Jose-WLG Wellington

24h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:55 - 16:19WLG Wellington-SJC San Jose

43h 24m3 stops Auckland Intl Papeete Faaa Los Angeles

$2,744Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

08:45 - 00:05SJC San Jose-WLG Wellington

42h 20m3 stops Denver Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:05 - 15:08WLG Wellington-SJC San Jose

30h 03m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Denver Intl

$2,807Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

17:24 - 23:50SJC San Jose-WLG Wellington

33h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

14:35 - 10:42WLG Wellington-SJC San Jose

41h 07m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles

$2,825Multiple Airlines

Sun, 20 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan

14:53 - 17:20SJC San Jose-WLG Wellington

29h 27m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

06:05 - 22:12WLG Wellington-SJC San Jose

37h 07m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

$5,262American Airlines

Sun, 20 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan

14:53 - 17:20SJC San Jose-WLG Wellington

29h 27m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

09:10 - 14:18WLG Wellington-SJC San Jose

26h 08m2 stops Auckland Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$5,960American Airlines

Mon, 21 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec

14:53 - 17:20SJC San Jose-WLG Wellington

29h 27m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

09:10 - 14:03WLG Wellington-SJC San Jose

25h 53m2 stops Auckland Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$5,971Qantas Airways

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How much is a return flight from San Jose to Wellington?

Return flights from San Jose to Wellington start at $1,884. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $2,599 to $2,599. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,884 on American Airlines.

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When to book flights from San Jose to Wellington

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Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose 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 Jose 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 $1,884 to $10,115. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 Jose to Wellington?
Flights from San Jose to Wellington usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Wellington (WLG).
What is the time difference between San Jose and Wellington?
Wellington is 19 hours ahead of San Jose (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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