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$134+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — SFO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area

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Round-trip from

$247
(Expedia)

One-way from

$134
(JetBlue)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$449
From Wilmington New Hanover County to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1911:55 amILM - SFO
1 stop12h 48mJetBlue
Mon 9/2210:00 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop10h 08mJetBlue
Deal found 7/29$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/55:34 pmILM - SFO
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Fri 9/1211:57 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/30$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/105:34 pmILM - SJC
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Sat 9/1312:35 pmSJC - ILM
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Deal found 7/29$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/612:31 pmILM - SFO
2 stops9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/1511:25 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/128:15 amILM - SJC
2 stops13h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/168:00 amSJC - ILM
2 stops12h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$458
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/302:55 pmILM - OAK
2 stops10h 51mDelta
Wed 9/34:58 pmOAK - ILM
2 stops13h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/31$487
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/94:15 pmILM - SFO
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/165:00 amSFO - ILM
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$523
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/107:05 amILM - SJC
3 stops18h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/136:30 amSJC - ILM
2 stops13h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$612
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/46:43 amILM - STS
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/74:17 pmSTS - ILM
2 stops18h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$869

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Wilmington

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San Francisco Bay Area

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Return

Price

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 9/19

11:55 am-9:43 pm

1 stop12h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

10:00 pm-11:08 am

1 stop10h 08m

$247

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 9/5

5:34 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

11:57 pm-10:55 am

1 stop7h 58m

$309

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 9/6

12:31 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops9h 44m

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

11:25 pm-11:19 am

1 stop8h 54m

$314

WilmingtonSan Jose

ILM - SJC

ILMSJC

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 8/15

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop8h 10m

San Jose

Tue 8/19

10:58 pm-9:47 am

1 stop7h 49m

$404

WilmingtonOakland

ILM - OAK

ILMOAK

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 8/30

2:55 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops10h 51m

Oakland

Wed 9/3

4:58 pm-9:42 am

2 stops13h 44m

$487

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 8/9

4:15 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop8h 31m

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

5:00 am-3:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$523

WilmingtonSan Jose

ILM - SJC

ILMSJC

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 10/12

5:00 am-12:01 pm

2 stops10h 01m

San Jose

Sun 10/19

6:00 am-4:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$597

WilmingtonSan Jose

ILM - SJC

ILMSJC

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/11

7:05 am-10:40 pm

3 stops18h 35m

San Jose

Mon 9/15

6:20 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops26h 04m

$676

WilmingtonSanta Rosa

ILM - STS

ILMSTS

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 10/4

6:43 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 12m

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Tue 10/7

4:17 pm-1:46 pm

2 stops18h 29m

$869

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 9/17

11:55 am-9:43 pm

1 stop12h 48m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Breeze Airways from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area?

    For a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying from New Hanover County. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is just 4.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $134. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area?

    When deciding which route to take from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area consider Wilmington New Hanover County - San Francisco, Wilmington New Hanover County - Oakland or Wilmington New Hanover County - San Jose as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$298Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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