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$227+ 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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ILM
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$280
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$227
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$548
From Sacramento Intl to Wilmington New Hanover County
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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 July 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 6/30$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/226:00 amILM - SMF
2 stops10h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/30$389
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/189:04 pmSMF - ILM
1 stop9h 59mJetBlue
Mon 7/2110:48 amILM - SMF
1 stop12h 21mJetBlue
Deal found 6/30$505
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sat 8/98:35 pmSMF - ILM
2 stops15h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/124:59 pmILM - SMF
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$520
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/205:00 pmSMF - ILM
2 stops14h 54mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/261:29 pmILM - SMF
2 stops13h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/30$867

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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 July 2, 2025.
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Wilmington

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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

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/12

7:08 pm-10:51 am

2 stops12h 43m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 7/19

3:00 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$419

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/9

9:33 pm-10:03 am

1 stop9h 30m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 8/12

10:48 am-8:38 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$459

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/9

8:35 pm-3:28 pm

2 stops15h 53m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 8/12

4:59 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$520

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/20

5:00 pm-10:54 am

2 stops14h 54m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 9/26

1:29 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops13h 18m

$867

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/17

9:04 pm-10:03 am

1 stop9h 59m

$227

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/24

11:55 pm-2:16 pm

2 stops11h 21m

$348

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/24

9:31 am-9:05 am

3 stops20h 34m

$525

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/17

2:11 pm-1:48 pm

3 stops20h 37m

$667

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Deals found on 6/30

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Sacramento 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 SMF to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 July 2, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to Wilmington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 2% versus a flight in the morning.

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 July 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    Currently priced at $280, 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. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $419 and $459, respectively. American Airlines is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Wilmington one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with JetBlue, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $227. American Airlines flights start at $348 while deals on United Airlines start at $667 one-way.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Sacramento 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 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 July 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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