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Flight deals from Wellington to Los Angeles

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Wellington Airport to Los Angeles? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,088. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Los Angeles.$1,418 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,418, select.

Los Angeles.$1,424 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,424, select.

Los Angeles.$1,430 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,430, select.

Los Angeles.$1,434 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,434, select.

Los Angeles.$1,434 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,434, select.

Los Angeles.$1,435 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Wellington on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,435, select.

Los Angeles.$1,439 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Mar, returning Thu, 15 Apr.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Wellington on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,439, select.

Los Angeles.$1,448 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,448, select.

Los Angeles.$1,462 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan, returning Tue, 9 Feb.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,462, select.

Los Angeles.$1,463 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,463, select.

Los Angeles.$1,481 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan, returning Fri, 29 Jan.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,481, select.

Los Angeles.$1,522 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,522, select.

Los Angeles.$1,536 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Wellington on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,536, select.

Los Angeles.$1,556 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Wellington on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,556, select.

Los Angeles.$1,664 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Sat, 8 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,664, select.

Los Angeles.$1,714 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Wellington on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Wellington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,714, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Wellington to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Alternative Wellington to Los Angeles routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Wellington to Los Angeles? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Wellington to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,418
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from Wellington to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Los Angeles?

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.

How much are return flights from Wellington to Los Angeles?

The best price we found for a return flight from Wellington to Los Angeles is $1,418. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Wellington to Los Angeles?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Wellington to Los Angeles. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,418.

How many flights are there a week from Wellington to Los Angeles?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Wellington to Los Angeles.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Los Angeles?

The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Los Angeles is usually November.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Los Angeles?

If you're flying from Wellington Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from $1,418.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to Los Angeles on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to Los Angeles on Tuesday, 10 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Wellington Airport to Los Angeles?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Wellington Airport and Los Angeles. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Wellington Airport to Los Angeles?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Los Angeles?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Los Angeles?

In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Wellington Airport to Los Angeles with?

Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles.

Travelling from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Los Angeles: what you need to know

The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8. The city is 21 hours behind Wellington, where Wellington International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your WLG to Los Angeles flight.
During popular months like March, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
The journey from central Wellington to WLG takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near WLG:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Wellington International Airport, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Los Angeles

$721 is currently the best price for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return plane ticket starts at $1,418. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from WLG to Los Angeles if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Wellington International Airport to Los Angeles throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from WLG to Los Angeles.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Wellington International Airport to Los Angeles.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from Wellington International Airport to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
For the lowest price, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from WLG to Los Angeles.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

Once your flight from Wellington International Airport to Los Angeles has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near VNY. Unwind and get cosy after your WLG to Los Angeles flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from VNY a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and get going.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

July is the most popular month for flights from Wellington International Airport to Los Angeles. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Los Angeles in December.
Before locking in your Wellington International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from WLG to Los Angeles around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Los Angeles

After booking your flight from Wellington International Airport to Los Angeles, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.

Explore more of the United States

Los Angeles has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are key reasons to visit.