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$117+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — LAX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to California

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Round-trip from

$235
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$117
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$426
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 September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/241:00 pmILM - LAX
1 stop22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/3110:53 pmLAX - ILM
2 stops31h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$235
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/28:00 amILM - LAX
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/89:22 amLAX - ILM
2 stops24h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/152:37 pmILM - SAN
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/211:16 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/162:10 pmILM - LAX
2 stops45h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/262:27 pmLAX - ILM
1 stop18h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/85:27 pmILM - SAN
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/1510:09 amSAN - ILM
2 stops8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 12/45:13 pmILM - SAN
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/912:43 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:00 amILM - SAN
1 stop9h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/177:00 amSAN - ILM
2 stops13h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Tue 9/302:36 pmILM - SAN
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Sat 10/410:30 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 9/8$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Tue 9/306:00 amILM - SAN
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Sun 10/510:30 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 9/8$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/412:31 pmILM - SAN
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/99:27 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 11/72:07 pmILM - SMF
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1010:29 pmSMF - ILM
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 12/102:23 pmILM - SFO
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Sat 1/176:00 amSFO - ILM
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Deal found 9/11$309

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

Fly from

Wilmington

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 10/15

2:37 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop7h 47m

San Diego

Tue 10/21

1:16 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$251

WilmingtonLos Angeles

ILM - LAX

ILMLAX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 10/2

8:00 am-4:29 pm

1 stop11h 29m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

9:22 am-12:38 pm

2 stops24h 16m

$254

WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 12/11

5:13 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop7h 43m

San Diego

Wed 12/17

12:43 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$303

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 12/11

6:01 pm-12:01 am

1 stop9h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-3:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$309

WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 9/29

5:36 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 48m

San Diego

Sun 10/5

10:30 pm-9:31 am

1 stop8h 01m

$309

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 11/7

2:07 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/10

10:29 pm-9:26 am

1 stop7h 57m

$309

WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 9/29

2:36 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop8h 49m

San Diego

Mon 10/6

9:48 pm-9:31 am

1 stop8h 43m

$309

WilmingtonFresno

ILM - FAT

ILMFAT

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 10/14

5:10 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$309

WilmingtonLos Angeles

ILM - LAX

ILMLAX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 10/16

5:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

11:45 pm-9:31 am

1 stop6h 46m

$309

WilmingtonFresno

ILM - FAT

ILMFAT

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 10/15

5:10 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$309

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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 $325). 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 September 11, 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Wilmington to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to California?

    Departing from Wilmington to California will take you 7h 47m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2251 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to California?

    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 $325). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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