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$412+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to San José (SJO)

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 11/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — SJO
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Fri 11/21
Fri 11/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to San José (SJO). 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 October 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$412
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,310
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 22, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/213:17 pmILM - SJO
1 stop21h 58mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/271:20 pmSJO - ILM
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$412
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Thu 11/202:10 pmILM - SJO
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2711:24 amSJO - ILM
1 stop23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$437
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/213:17 pmILM - SJO
1 stop21h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2611:24 amSJO - ILM
2 stops25h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$456
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Fri 10/241:00 pmILM - SJO
1 stop23h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/2611:37 amSJO - ILM
1 stop22h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$489
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/213:17 pmILM - SJO
1 stop21h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/2511:24 amSJO - ILM
1 stop7h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$491
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sun 11/306:00 amILM - SJO
1 stop16h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/121:02 pmSJO - ILM
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/20$494

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to San José 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 October 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Wilmington

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 11/21

3:17 pm-10:19 am

2 stops44h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/27

11:24 am-12:20 pm

1 stop23h 56m

$425

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 11/30

6:00 am-9:05 pm

1 stop16h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/12

1:02 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$494

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/12

9:00 am-3:20 pm

3 stops31h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/17

1:16 am-11:06 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$505

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 11/14

10:23 am-10:07 pm

1 stop12h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/21

7:00 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$512

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 11/20

6:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/27

7:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 59m

$512

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 1/16

6:00 am-7:44 pm

1 stop14h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

6:00 am-6:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$512

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/12

5:40 am-12:34 pm

1 stop7h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/18

8:00 am-6:53 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$517

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 11/19

10:23 am-10:07 pm

1 stop12h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/25

7:00 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$524

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Deals found on 10/20

Compare providers for flights from Wilmington to San José

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 San José in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wilmington-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-San José 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-San José 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 San José

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to San José

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to San José (average of $280). Flying from Wilmington to San José in November is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 22, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Wilmington to San José is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 56% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated October 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Wilmington to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,028 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,028 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,028 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington to San José. 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 San José?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Wilmington to San José in about 16h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Wilmington and San José is about 1723 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Wilmington to San José round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $473, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wilmington to San José.. American Airlines is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to San José?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to San José 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 José?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to San José (average of $280). Flying from Wilmington to San José in November is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 San José

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Wilmington to San José. 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 October 22, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$473Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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