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$253+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to San José (SJO)

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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — SJO
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
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 January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$437
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$253
(Trip.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$581
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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 January 15, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 3/116:30 am
ILM
-
SJO
1 stop17h 13m
American Airlines
Tue 3/177:00 am
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop10h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$526
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 1/266:00 am
ILM
-
SJO
1 stop7h 38m
American Airlines
Mon 2/96:38 am
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop9h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$533
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Sun 1/256:00 am
ILM
-
SJO
1 stop7h 38m
American Airlines
Sun 2/86:00 am
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop16h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$538
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 6/116:50 am
ILM
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
American Airlines
Thu 6/186:12 am
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop15h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 6/76:50 am
ILM
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
American Airlines
Sun 6/146:12 am
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop10h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$549
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Mon 8/175:00 am
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops17h 14m
American Airlines
Sun 8/2312:50 pm
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop8h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$554
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 8/18:00 pm
ILM
-
SJO
1 stop19h 00m
American Airlines
Sun 8/92:15 pm
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop16h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$556
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Fri 7/106:50 am
ILM
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
American Airlines
Sat 7/186:12 am
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop10h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$562
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Sun 3/155:01 pm
ILM
-
SJO
1 stop19h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/2212:24 pm
SJO
-
ILM
2 stops22h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$568
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 3/316:30 am
ILM
-
SJO
1 stop17h 13m
American Airlines
Mon 4/1312:42 pm
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop9h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$574

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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

Tue 6/2

6:00 am-7:14 pm

1 stop15h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/10

3:12 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$526

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 3/11

6:30 am-9:43 pm

1 stop17h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

7:00 am-7:17 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$526

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 3/17

7:22 am-7:33 pm

2 stops14h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/24

1:50 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$531

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/26

6:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/9

6:38 am-5:00 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$533

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/8

6:00 am-11:57 pm

1 stop16h 57m

$538

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 3/12

9:45 pm-11:19 am

2 stops15h 34m

$253

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 3/13

9:00 pm-11:19 am

3 stops40h 19m

$267

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 3/11

5:08 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 38m

$360

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Deals found on 1/13

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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.

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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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $513). 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 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 January 15, 2026.
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
11,136 reviews

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,136 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,136 reviews

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.

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 15h 14m. 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 32% 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $513). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$473Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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