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$399+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to Sacramento (ILM - SMF)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — SMF
Apr 15 — Apr 221
Wed 4/15
Wed 4/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Sacramento

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 March 16, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 9/811:05 am
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop9h 21m
American Airlines
Wed 9/1611:00 am
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop9h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Wed 9/307:30 am
ILM
-
SMF
2 stops13h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 10/67:00 pm
SMF
-
ILM
2 stops14h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sat 4/186:00 am
ILM
-
SMF
2 stops12h 18m
United Airlines
Wed 4/227:00 am
SMF
-
ILM
2 stops13h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 5/144:50 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop10h 09m
American Airlines
Sun 5/1711:48 am
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop9h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$458
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Tue 9/87:30 am
ILM
-
SMF
2 stops13h 28m
United Airlines
Wed 9/167:45 am
SMF
-
ILM
2 stops13h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 6/105:45 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 05m
Delta
Mon 6/1511:00 pm
SMF
-
ILM
2 stops11h 36m
Delta
Deal found 3/12$473
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 6/104:35 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop9h 20m
American Airlines
Mon 6/1510:03 pm
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop7h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/12$474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 6/244:35 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop9h 20m
American Airlines
Sun 6/2810:03 pm
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop7h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$483

Find flight deals from Wilmington to Sacramento

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 March 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$399
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$344
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($109 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Sacramento 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 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 9/8

11:05 am-5:26 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/16

7:26 pm-10:19 am

2 stops11h 53m

$404

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops15h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/22

7:00 am-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 44m

$454

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 9/8

7:30 am-5:58 pm

2 stops13h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/16

7:45 am-11:50 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$459

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 5/14

4:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/17

7:20 pm-8:31 am

2 stops10h 11m

$463

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 6/10

5:45 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/15

11:00 pm-1:36 pm

2 stops11h 36m

$473

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 6/17

7:00 am-2:12 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/22

7:28 pm-8:20 am

2 stops9h 52m

$503

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 5/14

10:26 am-9:52 pm

2 stops14h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/17

6:59 pm-9:40 am

2 stops11h 41m

$549
Quickest round-trip

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 4/2

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop8h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/6

8:59 pm-9:27 am

2 stops9h 28m

$589

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Deals found on 3/15

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Compare providers for flights from Wilmington to Sacramento

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Wilmington to Sacramento in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wilmington-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Wilmington-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Sacramento

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Cheapflights Insights

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Sacramento (average of $246). Flying from Wilmington to Sacramento in December is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 March 16, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with 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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,467 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.1

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MIA - SFO

Horrible. When they power flights for other airlines there is nothing they can do to change or accommodate any changes
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,467 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,467 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.1

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MIA - SFO

Horrible. When they power flights for other airlines there is nothing they can do to change or accommodate any changes

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 9h 21m. Fly via American Airlines or United Airlines 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 is the cheapest airline to fly from Wilmington to Sacramento round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $250. Users have found that American Airlines is 43% 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Sacramento (average of $246). Flying from Wilmington to Sacramento in December is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 airline flying from Wilmington to Sacramento

Discover the top airline 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 March 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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