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$105+ 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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — LAX
Feb 21 — Feb 281
Sat 2/21
Sat 2/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to California

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 January 22, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/183:21 pm
ILM
-
SAN
1 stop7h 59m
American Airlines
Wed 2/2512:45 pm
SAN
-
ILM
1 stop6h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/135:11 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 2/1710:17 pm
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop9h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 3/23:50 pm
ILM
-
LAS
1 stop10h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/412:57 pm
LAS
-
ILM
2 stops16h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/242:23 pm
ILM
-
SFO
1 stop7h 56m
Delta
Tue 3/3111:35 pm
SFO
-
ILM
1 stop6h 54m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 3/233:50 pm
ILM
-
LAX
1 stop11h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/318:57 pm
LAX
-
ILM
2 stops32h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/185:11 pm
ILM
-
SFO
1 stop8h 59m
American Airlines
Sun 2/229:14 am
SFO
-
ILM
1 stop9h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/135:11 pm
ILM
-
SAN
1 stop8h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 2/2512:45 pm
SAN
-
ILM
1 stop6h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/23:50 pm
ILM
-
LAS
1 stop10h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/612:59 am
LAS
-
ILM
2 stops27h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 9/176:00 am
ILM
-
SFO
1 stop10h 03m
American Airlines
Sat 9/266:07 am
SFO
-
ILM
1 stop7h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 3/65:46 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop7h 45m
Delta
Mon 3/910:35 pm
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop7h 55m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 3/63:21 pm
ILM
-
SAN
1 stop7h 59m
American Airlines
Mon 3/910:43 pm
SAN
-
ILM
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/22$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Sun 2/155:11 pm
ILM
-
LAX
1 stop7h 49m
American Airlines
Sat 2/2112:30 am
LAX
-
ILM
1 stop7h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/22$329

Find flight deals from Wilmington to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wilmington to California flight deals. Data was last updated January 22, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$105
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$385
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to California that are best for you.

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WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 2/13

5:11 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/17

10:17 pm-10:53 am

1 stop9h 36m

$299

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 3/24

2:23 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop7h 56m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

11:35 pm-9:29 am

1 stop6h 54m

$309

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 2/14

4:24 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 46m

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

12:26 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 07m

$309

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 2/13

5:11 pm-12:48 am

1 stop10h 37m

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

10:36 am-11:01 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$309

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 2/20

3:21 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop10h 19m

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-4:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$309

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 3/24

3:17 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop9h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

10:36 am-11:26 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$309

WilmingtonLos Angeles

ILM - LAX

ILMLAX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 3/23

3:50 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop11h 06m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

8:57 pm-8:55 am

2 stops32h 58m

$314

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 2/18

5:11 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 59m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

9:14 am-9:55 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$319

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 3/6

5:46 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/9

10:35 pm-9:30 am

1 stop7h 55m

$329

WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 3/5

5:46 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 02m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

9:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop8h 35m

$329

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Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to California

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to California (average of $175). Flying from Wilmington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $279). 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.

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 January 22, 2026.
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
7.9
Good
8,087 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
7.9
Good
8,087 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,087 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,174 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,087 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2474 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $124. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta 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 - San Francisco.

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to California (average of $175). Flying from Wilmington to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $279). 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 January 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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