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$284+ 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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ILM
Mar 27 — Apr 31
Fri 3/27
Fri 4/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 February 25, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/710:40 pm
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop7h 57m
Delta
Wed 10/145:45 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/24$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 8/1911:55 pm
SMF
-
ILM
2 stops9h 17m
American Airlines
Sun 8/231:02 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop7h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/24$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1910:40 pm
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop8h 02m
Delta
Sun 8/233:00 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 19m
Delta
Deal found 2/24$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/1511:48 am
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop9h 24m
American Airlines
Sun 4/194:50 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop10h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Mon 8/1711:00 pm
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop10h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 8/317:30 am
ILM
-
SMF
2 stops13h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 8/1711:55 pm
SMF
-
ILM
2 stops9h 17m
American Airlines
Mon 8/311:02 pm
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop7h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/24$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 3/412:25 pm
SMF
-
ILM
1 stop8h 23m
Delta
Tue 3/106:00 am
ILM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 18m
Delta
Deal found 2/23$439

Find 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 February 25, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$307
(Delta)

One-way from

$284
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$478
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One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($206 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 February 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/28

6:14 pm-9:34 am

2 stops12h 20m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 5/12

11:25 am-9:52 pm

2 stops13h 27m

$307

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/20

10:40 pm-9:42 am

1 stop8h 02m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 8/23

3:00 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$359

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/17

11:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 8/31

7:30 am-6:02 pm

2 stops13h 32m

$394

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/13

6:30 pm-9:40 am

2 stops12h 10m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/17

6:16 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$523

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/12

11:31 am-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 3/16

3:17 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$573

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/28

7:00 am-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 44m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-5:48 pm

3 stops14h 48m

$647

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/10

10:40 pm-9:44 am

1 stop8h 04m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/14

5:45 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$669

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/6

4:41 pm-3:21 pm

3 stops43h 40m

$284

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 6/20

10:03 pm-8:30 am

1 stop7h 27m

$353

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/8

4:41 pm-9:27 pm

3 stops25h 46m

$380

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Deals found on 2/22

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Wilmington

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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wilmington from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 $198). Flying from Sacramento to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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 February 25, 2026.
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
8,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
8,237 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
11,345 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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 10h 05m. Fly via Delta or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2422 mi between Sacramento and Wilmington. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 43% 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 $198). Flying from Sacramento to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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 February 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$279Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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