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$149+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to Sacramento (ILM - SMF)

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — SMF
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Sacramento (SMF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$256
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$393
From Wilmington New Hanover County to Sacramento Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($178 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/46:20 amILM - SMF
1 stop10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/88:15 amSMF - ILM
2 stops10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/82:37 pmILM - SMF
1 stop10h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/1210:29 pmSMF - ILM
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/173:13 pmILM - SMF
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/206:06 amSMF - ILM
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/172:36 pmILM - SMF
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Sat 9/208:25 pmSMF - ILM
2 stops10h 02mDelta
Deal found 9/13$504

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WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 11/4

6:20 am-3:48 pm

2 stops12h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/8

8:15 am-10:05 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$261

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 10/8

2:37 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop10h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/12

10:29 pm-8:11 am

1 stop6h 42m

$345

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 2/20

5:45 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

10:40 pm-9:37 am

1 stop7h 57m

$368

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 2/20

2:26 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

5:58 pm-8:24 am

2 stops11h 26m

$385

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/10

6:01 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$149

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 12/9

6:01 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$149

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-3:51 pm

2 stops12h 51m

$181

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 12/11

4:46 pm-5:21 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$189

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 10/24

1:00 pm-11:26 am

3 stops49h 26m

$198

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/12

3:17 pm-2:35 pm

3 stops50h 18m

$201

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Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Sacramento

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Wilmington to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Wilmington to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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 Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Sacramento?

    There are many flights that can get you from Wilmington to Sacramento in 8h 21m. Fly via American Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. Wilmington and Sacramento are separated by a distance of 2422 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wilmington to Sacramento round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $250. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $302 round trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Wilmington to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 Sacramento

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to Sacramento. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$302Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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