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$126+ 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ILM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Wilmington

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Round-trip from

$248
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$516
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 June 12, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 9/268:25 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop11h 20mJetBlue
Thu 10/211:30 amILM - SFO
1 stop12h 23mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11$247
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1812:12 amLAX - ILM
1 stop15h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/2612:20 pmILM - LAX
1 stop13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$248
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/79:25 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop9h 38mJetBlue
Mon 7/1410:48 amILM - LAS
1 stop12h 23mJetBlue
Deal found 6/9$273
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 7/39:35 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop9h 56mJetBlue
Mon 7/710:48 amILM - SAN
1 stop12h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/198:30 amSMF - ILM
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/255:00 pmILM - SMF
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$280
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1211:55 pmLAX - ILM
1 stop8h 29mSun Country Air
Thu 7/1712:24 pmILM - LAX
1 stop13h 17mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$285
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/28:24 pmLAX - ILM
1 stop11h 07mJetBlue
Tue 7/810:48 amILM - LAX
1 stop10h 03mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Mon 7/1411:00 pmSJC - ILM
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Tue 7/225:51 pmILM - SJC
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/9$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/86:10 amSFO - ILM
1 stop10h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/1510:23 amILM - SFO
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/1210:39 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/195:00 amILM - SAN
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/109:11 amLAX - ILM
1 stop9h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/136:35 amILM - LAX
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/810:15 pmSMF - ILM
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Tue 7/225:51 pmILM - SMF
2 stops9h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/10$314

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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 June 12, 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

Los AngelesWilmington

LAX - ILM

LAXILM

Los Angeles

Fri 7/18

12:12 am-6:45 pm

1 stop15h 33m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 7/26

12:20 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop13h 47m

$248

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 7/7

9:25 pm-10:03 am

1 stop9h 38m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 7/16

10:48 am-8:11 pm

1 stop12h 23m

$273

San DiegoWilmington

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Thu 7/3

9:35 pm-10:31 am

1 stop9h 56m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 7/7

10:48 am-7:49 pm

1 stop12h 01m

$273

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/19

8:30 am-8:24 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 8/25

5:00 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$280

Los AngelesWilmington

LAX - ILM

LAXILM

Los Angeles

Sat 7/12

11:55 pm-11:24 am

1 stop8h 29m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/17

12:24 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$285

Los AngelesWilmington

LAX - ILM

LAXILM

Los Angeles

Wed 7/2

8:24 pm-10:31 am

1 stop11h 07m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 7/8

10:48 am-5:51 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$291

San JoseWilmington

SJC - ILM

SJCILM

San Jose

Mon 7/14

11:00 pm-9:43 am

1 stop7h 43m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 7/22

5:51 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$309

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Fri 8/8

6:10 am-7:20 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 8/15

10:23 am-2:47 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$309

San DiegoWilmington

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Sat 7/12

10:39 pm-8:21 am

1 stop6h 42m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 7/19

5:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop8h 41m

$309

Los AngelesWilmington

LAX - ILM

LAXILM

Los Angeles

Thu 7/10

9:11 am-10:03 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 7/13

6:35 am-11:12 am

1 stop7h 37m

$309

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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 June 12, 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.

Rainfall in Wilmington by month

Plan your trip to Wilmington by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wilmington ranges from 2.8 - 7.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Wilmington when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Wilmington by month

Plan your trip to Wilmington by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wilmington, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Wilmington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wilmington. 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 Wilmington. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Delta from California to Wilmington. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Wilmington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • 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 $138 and $147 on Sun Country Air and JetBlue, 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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