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$126+ Cheap flights from Orange County 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — ILM
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Wilmington

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$504
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Cheapest flights from Orange County to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/299:20 pmSNA - ILM
1 stop9h 22mDelta
Wed 6/46:00 amILM - SNA
1 stop10h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/28$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/87:55 amSNA - ILM
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/125:44 pmILM - SNA
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/93:04 pmSNA - ILM
2 stops21h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/144:59 pmILM - SNA
3 stops22h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$652

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Wilmington

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Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/29

9:20 pm-9:42 am

1 stop9h 22m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$297

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/8

7:55 am-7:13 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 7/12

5:44 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$305

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/9

3:04 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 7/14

4:59 pm-12:07 pm

3 stops22h 08m

$652

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/8

7:55 am-7:13 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$126

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/12

11:55 am-12:02 am

1 stop9h 07m

$149

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/8

4:10 pm-3:24 pm

3 stops20h 14m

$439

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Deals found on 4/28

Best time to book a flight from Orange County to Wilmington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Orange County to Wilmington

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Orange County to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 KFI to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County 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 April 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Orange County 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 April 29, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orange County 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 Orange County?

    If you book a flight to Wilmington from Orange County, 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 Orange County to Wilmington one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $126. Delta flights start at $149 while deals on United Airlines start at $439 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Orange County to Wilmington?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Wilmington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Orange County to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 Orange County to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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