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Cheap Flights from the United States to Wellington

 
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Recent return flight deals from the United States to Wellington

Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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21:45 - 15:30LAX  Los Angeles-WLG Wellington
20h 45m1 stop Brisbane
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06:05 - 06:00WLG  Wellington-LAX Los Angeles
20h 55m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,436Qantas Airways
Wed, 10 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
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21:45 - 15:30LAX  Los Angeles-WLG Wellington
20h 45m1 stop Brisbane
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14:35 - 18:05WLG  Wellington-LAX Los Angeles
24h 30m1 stop Melbourne
$1,440Qantas Airways
Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 6 Feb
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22:35 - 08:10LAX  Los Angeles-WLG Wellington
36h 35m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl
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17:10 - 12:00WLG  Wellington-LAX Los Angeles
15h 50m1 stop Nadi
$1,445Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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22:30 - 23:55LAX  Los Angeles-WLG Wellington
29h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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14:35 - 19:05WLG  Wellington-LAX Los Angeles
24h 30m1 stop Melbourne
$1,484Qantas Airways
Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 6 Feb
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22:35 - 13:05LAX  Los Angeles-WLG Wellington
41h 30m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl
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17:10 - 12:00WLG  Wellington-LAX Los Angeles
15h 50m1 stop Nadi
$1,489Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 6 Feb
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22:35 - 09:25LAX  Los Angeles-WLG Wellington
37h 50m2 stops Nadi Auckland Intl
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17:10 - 12:00WLG  Wellington-LAX Los Angeles
15h 50m1 stop Nadi
$1,491Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 6 Feb
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21:45 - 15:30LAX  Los Angeles-WLG Wellington
20h 45m1 stop Brisbane
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06:05 - 06:00WLG  Wellington-LAX Los Angeles
20h 55m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,518Qantas Airways
Fri, 25 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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23:30 - 14:45LAX  Los Angeles-WLG Wellington
20h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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16:40 - 17:05WLG  Wellington-LAX Los Angeles
20h 25m1 stop Brisbane
$1,518Qantas Airways
Wed, 18 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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21:45 - 15:30LAX  Los Angeles-WLG Wellington
20h 45m1 stop Brisbane
Qantas Airways Logo
14:35 - 18:05WLG  Wellington-LAX Los Angeles
24h 30m1 stop Melbourne
$1,518Qantas Airways
Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 6 Feb
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21:45 - 15:30LAX  Los Angeles-WLG Wellington
20h 45m1 stop Brisbane
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14:35 - 18:05WLG  Wellington-LAX Los Angeles
24h 30m1 stop Melbourne
$1,520Qantas Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Wellington

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Wellington to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

The cheapest month for flights to Wellington is October, where tickets cost $1,246 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $3,646 and $2,584 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is February with an average price of $758.

Good to know

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$848
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 15% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Los Angeles to Wellington

FAQs - booking Wellington flights

  • Are luggage storage services offered at Wellington Airport?

    Travelers can temporarily store their luggage at the storage lockers located on level 1 of the car park. To store a small bag for a full day, you will be charged around $10 and around $20 to store a large bag for 24h.

  • Can I get accommodation at WLG?

    Travelers arriving on late-night flights and those with early morning flights can get accommodation at Rydges Hotel situated right above the airport’s international terminal. This cozy hotel offers travelers top-notch services and state-of-the-art facilities.

  • Does WLG cater to the needs of disabled travelers?

    WLG offers disabled travelers mobility and wheelchair assistance through their respective airlines upon request. Travelers with visual impairments can utilize the complimentary AIRA App to help them navigate the vast airport. The bustling airport also has lifts with braille, accessible toilets and wide, wheelchair-accessible doors all around the building. Accessible parking is also offered on level 1 right outside the multi-level car park.

  • Can I rent a vehicle at WLG?

    Major car rental companies like Europcar, Thrifty, Budget and Avis provide car rental services at the airport. Travelers can rent vehicles of their choice from the car rental agencies with desks on level 0 at the main terminal.

  • How far is Wellington Airport from central Wellington?

    Central Wellington is 5 km away from Wellington Airport.

  • What is the name of Wellington’s airport?

    When flying to Wellington, you'll arrive at Wellington Airport (WLG). The airport is also known as Wellington or Wellington Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Wellington?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Wellington.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Wellington?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Wellington is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Wellington?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Wellington with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Wellington?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Wellington up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Wellington are there each week?

    Each week there are around 1,315 direct flights from within United States to Wellington. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Wellington

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Wellington flight deals.
  • Business travelers can hold meetings at Wellington Airport’s conference center or meeting room. The conference center comes fully equipped with integrated audiovisual equipment, air conditioning, and complimentary internet. The meeting room is located at the terminal. Interested groups or individuals can rent the space for a fee.
  • Relax and unwind at some of the delightful lounges at Wellington Airport (WLG). You can either spend the time before your flight in the comfort of the Air New Zealand Regional Lounge located in the domestic terminal, Air New Zealand Domestic Lounge at the domestic terminal, or the Air New Zealand International Lounge. To access these lounges, you can purchase an annual membership.
  • If you would like to freshen up before your flight, WLG has free showers located in the restrooms on level 1 of the main terminal.
  • If you would like to exchange currency, there are currency exchange counters located on level 1, landside and at the arrivals area of the international terminal.
  • Travelers with infants can feed and change their babies at the parent’s rooms, which come with a changing table, seats and nappy disposals. The parent’s room is situated in the main terminal on level 1. The restrooms in the departures areas and arrivals area of the international terminal also have change tables. You can also let your kids pass the time before your flight at the kid’s play area at the airport’s international terminal.
  • Taking a taxi to downtown Wellington from Wellington Airport offers travelers convenience and comfort. Taxis line up on level 0 of the airport’s main terminal outside the baggage claim area. Taxis take around 15min to reach downtown Wellington and charge approximately $22.44.
  • Wellington Airport serves Lower Hutt city, located approximately 9.6 miles away, Porirua city located approximately 13 miles away and Waipawa located approximately 134 miles away from the bustling airport.

Reviews of the top airline flying from the United States to Wellington

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Wellington? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 1090 reviews
7.0Food
7.4Comfort
8.1Crew
7.2Entertainment
7.7Boarding
Airline reviews

Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

10.0 ExcellentNoel, Apr 2026
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Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

I'd like to see AA's flight safety record clearly and prominently posted online.

It was a good flight and no complaints. It just wasn't anything that was better than any other flight.

Inflight entertainment, poor that there are no headrest screens on aircraft used for an international flight.

Enjoyed the flight with attentive flight staff. Thank you Qantas.

1) crackly headphone jack 2) one of the emergency seats recline. Usually second row does. But in this case neither did 3) food was scrambled eggs or fruit. 4) fruit should not be the option to eggs 5)miserable unpleasant crew not a smile. Thought that was a virgin thing

It was nice having space in the way back where it thinned out with passengers, most folks in the far back were able to lay down and sleep. That was a pleasant surprise. Made the 15 hr flight go by pretty smooth, watching a few movies and resting. I had previously never used an airplane toilet, but finally used one. It wasn't too bad. All workers were very helpful and friendly. Their hospitality was welcomed as well

I thought the overall standard in Premium Economy was very good indeed.

After Qantas staff asked us we have the option to book our hotel and then email per written letter. I was denied my right for a $300 voucher after the flight was delayed 24h. Wael Idriss On Nov 22

couldn't work out how to work entertainment. seats a bit cramped.

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