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$155+ 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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — LAX
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Wed 4/22
Wed 4/29
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 March 23, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/151:25 pm
ILM
-
SAN
1 stop10h 25m
American Airlines
Sat 4/189:45 pm
SAN
-
ILM
1 stop9h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/20$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/145:50 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Sat 5/26:14 pm
SMF
-
ILM
2 stops12h 20m
Delta
Deal found 3/22$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/145:50 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Mon 4/2010:20 pm
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 3/22$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Wed 5/206:27 pm
ILM
-
SAN
1 stop8h 00m
Delta
Thu 5/289:40 pm
SAN
-
ILM
1 stop9h 00m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/133:50 pm
ILM
-
LAX
1 stop32h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/1711:00 pm
LAX
-
ILM
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Fri 5/82:35 pm
ILM
-
LAX
1 stop30h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/137:10 pm
LAX
-
ILM
2 stops16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/21$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/163:08 pm
ILM
-
SNA
1 stop9h 06m
American Airlines
Sat 4/188:17 am
SNA
-
ILM
2 stops10h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/18$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1412:08 pm
ILM
-
SMF
2 stops12h 47m
Delta
Fri 4/2411:05 pm
SMF
-
ILM
2 stops10h 35m
Delta
Deal found 3/22$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 6/34:35 pm
ILM
-
SFO
1 stop8h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 6/812:00 pm
SFO
-
ILM
1 stop9h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/23$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 4/244:50 pm
ILM
-
SFO
1 stop9h 09m
American Airlines
Tue 4/2811:59 pm
SFO
-
ILM
2 stops9h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/21$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Tue 4/216:11 am
ILM
-
SAN
1 stop7h 57m
American Airlines
Sun 4/269:45 pm
SAN
-
ILM
1 stop9h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/18$374
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/235:01 pm
ILM
-
LAX
1 stop29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/255:11 pm
LAX
-
ILM
2 stops12h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/22$374

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 March 23, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$155
(Delta)

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August

Average price

$474
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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 March 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to California that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 4/15

5:50 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/22

6:14 pm-9:34 am

2 stops12h 20m

$384

WilmingtonLos Angeles

ILM - LAX

ILMLAX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/22

4:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 5/28

12:15 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$389

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 4/16

5:50 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/20

10:20 pm-9:34 am

1 stop8h 14m

$389

WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 5/7

2:23 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop9h 52m

San Diego

Thu 5/14

10:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop8h 15m

$389

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/22

4:05 pm-12:30 am

1 stop11h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 5/26

11:59 pm-12:12 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$394

WilmingtonSanta Ana

ILM - SNA

ILMSNA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 8/26

5:45 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/2

7:05 pm-9:42 am

2 stops11h 37m

$394

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 5/14

4:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/16

12:34 am-12:11 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$409

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/8

6:18 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 5/15

10:55 pm-11:07 am

1 stop9h 12m

$409

WilmingtonLos Angeles

ILM - LAX

ILMLAX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 4/18

4:30 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

9:55 pm-9:34 am

1 stop8h 39m

$414
Quickest round-trip

WilmingtonLos Angeles

ILM - LAX

ILMLAX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-10:58 am

1 stop7h 58m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 5/14

11:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop6h 45m

$414

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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 $183). Flying from Wilmington to California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $303). 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 March 23, 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
8,319 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,319 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,319 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7.1
Good
11,489 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,319 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 8h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2422 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 $125. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Delta, 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 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to California (average of $183). Flying from Wilmington to California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $303). 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 March 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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