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$126+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to California

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ILM — LAX
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to California

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Round-trip from

$251
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$485
From Wilmington New Hanover County to California
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/1312:30 pmILM - LAS
1 stop13h 09mMultiple Airlines
vie. 7/185:13 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop15h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$251
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/1111:30 amILM - SFO
1 stop12h 23mJetBlue
mié. 9/248:25 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop11h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11$270
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/811:30 amILM - SAN
1 stop10h 27mJetBlue
lun. 9/158:15 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop11h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$273
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/911:30 amILM - LAS
1 stop11h 04mJetBlue
mar. 9/168:49 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop10h 56mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$273
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/1312:30 pmILM - LAS
1 stop13h 09mSun Country Air
sáb. 7/196:24 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop14h 00mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$275
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/12:49 pmILM - SAN
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 7/129:10 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/106:44 amILM - SNA
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
dom. 9/1411:42 amSNA - ILM
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$280
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/267:00 amILM - LAX
1 stop11h 31mMultiple Airlines
mar. 8/59:19 amLAX - ILM
2 stops23h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$285
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/411:30 amILM - LAX
1 stop9h 31mJetBlue
lun. 9/89:15 pmLAX - ILM
1 stop10h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/162:55 pmILM - SMF
1 stop8h 34mDelta
mar. 8/267:00 amSMF - ILM
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 6/10$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/55:51 pmILM - SAN
1 stop6h 44mDelta
mié. 8/1310:30 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 6/11$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/104:55 pmILM - SMF
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
dom. 7/136:00 amSMF - ILM
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$309

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to California that are best for you.

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Wilmington

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

WilmingtonLas Vegas

ILM - LAS

ILMLAS

Wilmington New Hanover County

sáb. 7/12

7:00 am-11:26 pm

1 stop19h 26m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 7/18

12:20 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 15m

$185

WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

lun. 9/8

11:30 am-6:57 pm

1 stop10h 27m

San Diego

lun. 9/15

8:15 pm-10:45 am

1 stop11h 30m

$273

WilmingtonLas Vegas

ILM - LAS

ILMLAS

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 9/9

11:30 am-7:34 pm

1 stop11h 04m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 9/16

8:49 pm-10:45 am

1 stop10h 56m

$273

WilmingtonLas Vegas

ILM - LAS

ILMLAS

Wilmington New Hanover County

dom. 7/13

12:30 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop13h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 7/19

6:24 pm-11:24 am

1 stop14h 00m

$275

WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 7/1

2:49 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop8h 26m

San Diego

sáb. 7/12

9:10 pm-8:21 am

1 stop8h 11m

$279

WilmingtonSanta Ana

ILM - SNA

ILMSNA

Wilmington New Hanover County

mié. 9/10

6:44 am-11:58 am

1 stop8h 14m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

dom. 9/14

11:42 am-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$280

WilmingtonLos Angeles

ILM - LAX

ILMLAX

Wilmington New Hanover County

sáb. 7/26

7:00 am-3:31 pm

1 stop11h 31m

Los Angeles

mar. 8/5

9:19 am-11:35 am

2 stops23h 16m

$285

WilmingtonLos Angeles

ILM - LAX

ILMLAX

Wilmington New Hanover County

jue. 9/4

11:30 am-6:01 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Los Angeles

lun. 9/8

9:15 pm-10:45 am

1 stop10h 30m

$291

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

sáb. 8/16

2:55 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 8/26

7:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$297

WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 8/5

5:51 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 44m

San Diego

mié. 8/13

10:30 pm-9:47 am

1 stop8h 17m

$297

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to California (average of $246). Flying from Wilmington to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ILM to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Wilmington to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Wilmington to California to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wilmington to California?

    Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Wilmington to California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Wilmington to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $126. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Sun Country Air, as they are both options that can get you from Wilmington to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Wilmington to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Wilmington to California are Wilmington New Hanover County - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Wilmington New Hanover County - San Diego and Wilmington New Hanover County - Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Wilmington to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Wilmington to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Wilmington to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to California (average of $246). Flying from Wilmington to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Wilmington to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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