Cheap flights from Wilmington to San Francisco (ILM - SFO) from $211

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 10/1. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
ILM — SFO
out 7 — out 141

The best prices from Wilmington New Hanover County to San Francisco are usually found in January or February, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

How to find the cheapest flight from Wilmington (ILM) to San Francisco (SFO)

All the information you need to plan the best ILM to SFO flight in 2023: compare Wilmington to San Francisco flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in San Francisco.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$258

One-way from

$234
High demand for flights, 41% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 33% potential price drop
From Wilmington New Hanover County to San Francisco
One-way flight from Wilmington New Hanover County to San Francisco

ILM - SFO

Price

$258 - $433

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

SFO

Rainfall

0 - 4.4 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Wilmington to San Francisco?

Users have found that flying from Wilmington to San Francisco on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco?

Find a great deal and save up to 57% by booking at least 55 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Wilmington to San Francisco within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $826.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to San Francisco?

January is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Francisco from Wilmington. Prices for January average $658 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $372. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a January flight can save you 68% on your journey compared to booking in July

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wilmington to San Francisco (ILM - SFO)?

When flying from Wilmington to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 37% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Wilmington to San Francisco

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Cheap United Airlines flights from Wilmington to San Francisco

Have a look at some of the cheapest available United Airlines flights departing from Wilmington and landing in San Francisco. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.

Cheap Wilmington to San Francisco flights in October & November 2023

The best prices found for ILM to SFO flights for October, November
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Wilmington to San Francisco in 2023. Check back in a little while for more flight options.

Wilmington to San Francisco 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to San Francisco from Wilmington found for this year
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Wilmington to San Francisco in 2023. Check back in a little while for more flight options.

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One-way flights to San Francisco from Wilmington

The cheapest one-way flights from Wilmington to San Francisco
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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wilmington to San Francisco, such as American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Seat assignments were not great, but other than that it was good.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Seat assignments were not great, but other than that it was good.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Seat assignments were not great, but other than that it was good.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Seat assignments were not great, but other than that it was good.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Wilmington to San Francisco flights.

Can I find flights from Wilmington to San Francisco for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Wilmington to San Francisco for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $352, but on average you can expect to pay $419.

Are there last-minute flights available from Wilmington to San Francisco for under $1,100?

There are currently 1+ open flights from Wilmington to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wilmington to San Francisco round-trip?

According to our current data, American Airlines ($352), United Airlines ($378), and Delta ($472) offers the cheapest pricing from Wilmington to San Francisco. American Airlines is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Wilmington to San Francisco?

What does ILM to SFO mean?

ILM and SFO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. ILM to SFO refers to a flight route from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to San Francisco Airport.

Alternative routes for Wilmington to San Francisco

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Top 3 airlines flying from Wilmington to San Francisco

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Wilmington to San Francisco choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$371Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$382Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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