Travelling from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Los Angeles has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport (WLG) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Wellington is 20 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington, which operates on the UTC+13 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to WLG.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, be there even 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)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Los Angeles to WLG. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is around 32 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes 34 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Los Angeles to WLG? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Wellington International Airport (WLG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near WLG:
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
Wellington International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Wellington. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 19 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
For a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport, $613 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $1,439. These are currently the lowest fares but may change based on availability.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Los Angeles to WLG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when fares go down. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Los Angeles to WLG.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Wellington in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Wellington is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 21ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles to WLG in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Wellington
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Wellington right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Wellington International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car are must-do's during your Wellington adventure.
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