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$115+ Cheap flights from California to Wilmington (ILM)

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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ILM
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Wilmington

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$239
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$115
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

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March

Average price

$543
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Cheapest flights from California to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/117:00 amLAS - ILM
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/144:46 pmILM - LAS
1 stop19h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2711:00 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/42:10 pmILM - LAS
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 11/1211:13 pmLAS - ILM
2 stops18h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/162:10 pmILM - LAS
1 stop23h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/318:37 amLAX - ILM
2 stops21h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/53:17 pmILM - LAX
1 stop31h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 12/612:45 pmSNA - ILM
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Sat 12/136:00 amILM - SNA
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/29$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 11/1812:22 pmSMF - ILM
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Mon 12/82:23 pmILM - SMF
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Deal found 10/28$303
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/134:56 pmLAX - ILM
3 stops26h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/175:49 pmILM - LAX
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/3012:22 amSFO - ILM
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/73:25 pmILM - SFO
1 stop10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 12/612:55 pmSJC - ILM
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Fri 12/126:00 amILM - SJC
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Deal found 10/30$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/812:43 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/155:23 pmILM - SAN
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Wed 12/106:15 amLAX - ILM
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Sun 12/146:02 pmILM - LAX
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Deal found 10/30$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/276:00 amRNO - ILM
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/36:18 amILM - RNO
1 stop10h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$309

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Wilmington 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 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Wilmington that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Wilmington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/11

7:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 12/14

4:46 pm-9:43 am

1 stop19h 57m

$239

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 11/27

11:00 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 12/4

2:10 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$268

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/12

8:31 am-11:11 am

3 stops23h 40m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 11/16

7:00 am-7:52 pm

2 stops15h 52m

$295

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 12/6

12:45 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 35m

$297

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

12:22 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 12/8

2:23 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$303

Los AngelesWilmington

LAX - ILM

LAXILM

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

6:08 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops25h 23m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 12/7

6:33 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops30h 51m

$307

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

12:22 am-12:31 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 1/7

5:29 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$309

Los AngelesWilmington

LAX - ILM

LAXILM

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

7:00 am-4:37 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/13

5:05 am-12:22 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$309

San JoseWilmington

SJC - ILM

SJCILM

San Jose

Sat 12/6

12:55 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/12

6:02 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$309

Los AngelesWilmington

LAX - ILM

LAXILM

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

12:48 am-1:04 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 1/7

2:00 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$309

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wilmington (average of $178). Flying from California to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $297). 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 CA to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Wilmington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

When flying from California to Wilmington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at noon.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Wilmington from California?

    If you book a flight to Wilmington from California, you will be flying to New Hanover County, which is the city’s only airport. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Wilmington.

  • How long is the flight from California to Wilmington?

    Departing from California to Wilmington will take you 6h 49m. There are 2274 mi between California and Wilmington. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Wilmington?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Wilmington are Los Angeles - Wilmington New Hanover County, San Diego - Wilmington New Hanover County and San Francisco - Wilmington New Hanover County.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Wilmington?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Wilmington 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 California to Wilmington?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wilmington (average of $178). Flying from California to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $297). 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 California to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from California to Wilmington. 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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