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$236+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Wilmington (SMF - 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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ILM
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Wilmington (ILM). 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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$236
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$728
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Find flight deals from Sacramento to Wilmington

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/236:00 amSMF - ILM
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:14 pmILM - SMF
1 stop10h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$663
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/156:00 amSMF - ILM
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/262:38 pmILM - SMF
1 stop9h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$673
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 12/248:35 amSMF - ILM
2 stops28h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/305:04 pmILM - SMF
2 stops32h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$828
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 11/2611:08 amSMF - ILM
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/305:22 pmILM - SMF
1 stop10h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$879

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

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Wilmington

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SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/31

12:56 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 2/4

5:41 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$297

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

10:20 pm-10:59 am

1 stop9h 39m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 3/1

5:46 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$309

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

10:20 pm-10:59 am

1 stop9h 39m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 3/2

2:19 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$314

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/10

12:34 pm-8:55 am

2 stops41h 21m

$236

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/9

11:47 am-8:20 pm

2 stops29h 33m

$273

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

12:32 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$343

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/5

10:35 pm-9:45 am

1 stop8h 10m

$343

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/7

6:10 am-10:52 pm

2 stops13h 42m

$348

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/5

8:00 pm-8:20 pm

3 stops21h 20m

$359

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/6

11:06 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops20h 46m

$363

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Deals found on 11/24

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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 Sacramento to Wilmington in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Sacramento-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Wilmington 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 Sacramento-Wilmington flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Wilmington

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Wilmington (average of $180). Flying from Sacramento to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 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 November 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Sacramento to Wilmington 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
11,038 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 Sacramento to Wilmington. 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 Sacramento to Wilmington?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Wilmington in 7h 55m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. There are 2422 mi between Sacramento and Wilmington.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Wilmington round-trip?

    Currently priced at $279, American Airlines will fly you from Sacramento to Wilmington and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $296. American Airlines is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Wilmington (average of $180). Flying from Sacramento to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 Sacramento to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$279Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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