Flying from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport (WLG): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Los Angeles. Check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when booking your flight from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport (WLG).
Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington. The city operates on the UTC+13 timezone and is 20 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Los Angeles to WLG. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to WLG that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between LAX and WLG include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX reach their destination without delay.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Los Angeles to WLG flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Reserve a hotel near WLG if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Pick up a Wellington International Airport rental car and explore Wellington and beyond with your own set of wheels. Mode rentals, Europcar and Big Value are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport flight.
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Wellington. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Rs145,016 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport. Return flights start at Rs243,996. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to WLG, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Los Angeles to WLG is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a price drop.
Discover the best deal on a flight from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Wellington. July is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport (WLG), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Los Angeles to WLG flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Wellington, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 21ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport in July when temperatures are between 7ºC and 12ºC.
More about Wellington
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Wellington:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Hobbit's Hideaway and Wellington Botanic Gardens are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Wellington itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres north-east of Wellington, a trip to Palmerston North will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Willowbank Reserve, New Zealand Rugby Museum and Upper Turitea Green Corridor.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Wellington, Hastings is another essential stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cherry blossom forest, Cornwall Park and Hastings City Art Gallery.
