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$96+ 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ILM
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Wilmington

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Wilmington flight deals. Data was last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$247
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$96
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$456
From California to Wilmington New Hanover County
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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 August 18, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1810:00 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop11h 35mJetBlue
Thu 10/231:30 pmILM - SFO
1 stop13h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 8/18$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/1010:32 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/175:09 pmILM - SAN
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$251
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2210:00 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop10h 08mJetBlue
Wed 10/111:55 amILM - SFO
1 stop12h 48mJetBlue
Deal found 8/18$270
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/19:10 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop10h 58mJetBlue
Tue 10/141:30 pmILM - LAS
1 stop9h 04mJetBlue
Deal found 8/17$273
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/98:55 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop11h 13mJetBlue
Fri 9/1211:55 amILM - SAN
1 stop10h 03mJetBlue
Deal found 8/16$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/97:00 amSAN - ILM
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/145:00 amILM - SAN
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$274
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 10/299:26 amLAX - ILM
2 stops24h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/111:00 amILM - LAX
2 stops25h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/1310:02 pmSMF - ILM
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/226:43 amILM - SMF
1 stop9h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$280
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/238:44 amOAK - ILM
2 stops24h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2712:57 pmILM - OAK
2 stops21h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$281
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/238:15 amSJC - ILM
2 stops24h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2712:57 pmILM - SJC
2 stops21h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$286
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/179:45 pmLAX - ILM
1 stop10h 23mJetBlue
Sat 9/2011:55 amILM - LAX
1 stop13h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 8/16$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/310:30 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop9h 25mDelta
Mon 10/65:55 pmILM - SAN
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Deal found 8/18$297

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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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Wilmington that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Wilmington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

10:00 pm-11:08 am

1 stop10h 08m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 9/23

11:55 am-9:43 pm

1 stop12h 48m

$247

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

10:00 pm-11:08 am

1 stop10h 08m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 10/1

11:55 am-9:43 pm

1 stop12h 48m

$247

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

10:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 10/14

1:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$247

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Sat 10/18

10:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 10/23

1:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$247

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

10:00 pm-11:08 am

1 stop10h 08m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/25

11:55 am-9:43 pm

1 stop12h 48m

$247

San DiegoWilmington

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Wed 9/10

10:42 am-10:34 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 9/17

5:09 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$251

San DiegoWilmington

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Wed 11/5

12:25 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 11/12

10:19 am-4:03 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$251

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/1

9:10 pm-11:08 am

1 stop10h 58m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 10/14

1:30 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$273

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/2

9:10 pm-11:08 am

1 stop10h 58m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 10/14

1:30 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$273

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/4

9:39 pm-12:29 pm

1 stop11h 50m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 10/14

1:30 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$273

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Best time to book a flight from California to Wilmington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Wilmington

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from California to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 August 18, 2025.

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

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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 7h 57m. There are 2452 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 cheapest airlines to fly from California to Wilmington one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $126. Users have also found prices from $134 and $180 on JetBlue and Delta, respectively.

  • 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 Francisco - Wilmington New Hanover County and San Diego - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from California to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$290Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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