$169+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Wilmington (SAN - ILM)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ILM
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to WilmingtonExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/911:54 am -
1 stop8h 15m
Sat 12/124:40 pm -
1 stop7h 32m
Deal found 10/28![American Airlines logo]()
$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/96:23 pm -
2 stops14h 59m
Sat 12/121:00 pm -
2 stops12h 33m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 12/117:41 pm -
2 stops13h 41m
Mon 12/146:05 am -
1 stop10h 04m
Deal found 10/27![United Airlines logo]()
$424
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/1110:45 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Mon 12/144:40 pm -
1 stop8h 11m
Deal found 10/27![American Airlines logo]()
$471
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/1011:29 am -
1 stop7h 02m
Sat 11/148:00 am -
1 stop8h 21m
Deal found 10/26![American Airlines logo]()
$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/109:40 pm -
1 stop10h 42m
Sat 11/146:00 am -
2 stops12h 54m
Deal found 10/26![United Airlines logo]()
$486
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/229:45 pm -
1 stop9h 50m
Tue 1/56:37 am -
1 stop9h 37m
Deal found 10/25![American Airlines logo]()
$519
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/3110:27 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Sun 11/87:06 am -
1 stop9h 22m
Deal found 10/29![American Airlines logo]()
$538
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/147:41 pm -
3 stops13h 41m
Mon 1/46:00 am -
2 stops12h 14m
Deal found 10/27![United Airlines logo]()
$565
Best flights from San Diego to WilmingtonDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Wilmington that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Wilmington that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 2/28:40 am -
2 stops12h 18m
Sat 2/612:20 pm -
1 stop11h 58m
Deal found 10/29![United Airlines logo]()
$516
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2610:59 am -
1 stop6h 57m
Tue 12/15:32 pm -
1 stop9h 06m
Deal found 10/29![Delta logo]()
$687
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 11/126:45 am -
2 stops13h 59m
Mon 11/1612:02 pm -
2 stops11h 22m
Deal found 10/26![United Airlines logo]()
$687
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sun 11/223:53 pm -
2 stops14h 43m
Tue 1/54:35 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 10/28![Delta logo]()
$813
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 11/106:50 am -
2 stops13h 54m
Sat 11/1412:02 pm -
1 stop10h 07m
Deal found 10/29![United Airlines logo]()
$856
Last-minute flights from San Diego to WilmingtonDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Wilmington. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Wilmington. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2912:38 pm -
1 stop7h 31m
Mon 11/26:20 am -
1 stop7h 53m
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$595
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2910:27 pm -
1 stop9h 11m
Mon 11/25:26 pm -
2 stops9h 30m
Deal found 10/25![American Airlines logo]()
$631
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/3110:27 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Sun 11/87:06 am -
1 stop9h 22m
Deal found 10/29![American Airlines logo]()
$538
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 10/3110:40 am -
2 stops10h 04m
Sun 11/86:00 am -
2 stops14h 17m
Deal found 10/29![United Airlines logo]()
$596
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/1011:29 am -
1 stop7h 02m
Sat 11/148:00 am -
1 stop8h 21m
Deal found 10/26![American Airlines logo]()
$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/109:40 pm -
1 stop10h 42m
Sat 11/146:00 am -
2 stops12h 54m
Deal found 10/26![United Airlines logo]()
$486
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 11/178:05 am -
2 stops12h 39m
Sun 11/2212:05 pm -
2 stops11h 19m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$652
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/229:45 pm -
1 stop9h 50m
Tue 1/56:37 am -
1 stop9h 37m
Deal found 10/25![American Airlines logo]()
$519
One-way flights from San Diego to WilmingtonSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Wilmington. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Wilmington. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/212:32 pm -
2 stops29h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/312:37 pm -
2 stops24h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/29![Breeze Airways logo]()
$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/246:36 am -
3 stops35h 57m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/16:30 am -
3 stops53h 01m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/511:14 am -
2 stops24h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/218:50 am -
3 stops28h 26m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/134:53 pm -
3 stops44h 23m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$268
Find flight deals from San Diego to Wilmington
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 October 30, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $381 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $169 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $488 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Wilmington that are best for you.
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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoWilmington
SAN San Diego - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
SANILM
San Diego
Wed 12/2
12:32 pm-9:07 pm
2 stops29h 35m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$169
San DiegoWilmington
SAN San Diego - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
SANILM
San Diego
Wed 2/24
6:36 am-9:01 am
3 stops23h 25m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$196
San DiegoWilmington
SAN San Diego - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
SANILM
San Diego
Tue 12/1
6:30 am-2:31 pm
3 stops53h 01m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$208
San DiegoWilmington
SAN San Diego - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
SANILM
San Diego
Fri 11/13
4:53 pm-4:16 pm
3 stops44h 23m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$268
San DiegoWilmington
SAN San Diego - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
SANILM
San Diego
Sun 11/22
6:30 am-9:07 pm
2 stops11h 37m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$356
San DiegoWilmington
SAN San Diego - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
SANILM
San Diego
Mon 11/23
1:02 pm-5:32 pm
3 stops49h 30m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$384
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoWilmington
SAN San Diego - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
SANILM
San Diego
Wed 11/25
10:20 pm-11:22 am
1 stop10h 02m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$399
San DiegoWilmington
SAN San Diego - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
SANILM
San Diego
Wed 12/2
10:20 pm-12:22 pm
1 stop11h 02m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$399
San DiegoWilmington
SAN San Diego - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
SANILM
San Diego
Fri 12/4
6:47 pm-11:51 am
2 stops14h 04m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$401
San DiegoWilmington
SAN San Diego - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
SANILM
San Diego
Mon 11/23
9:39 pm-11:22 am
2 stops10h 43m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$404
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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Wilmington in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Wilmington
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wilmington from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Wilmington
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Wilmington?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Wilmington (average of $292). Flying from San Diego to Wilmington in June is currently the most expensive (average of $657). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Wilmington?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Diego to Wilmington flights typically cost between $488 and $578 in December.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $381 on American Airlines (Dec 9-Dec 12).
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 October 30, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from San Diego to Wilmington have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Aug 2023
SAN - ATL
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Aug 2023
SAN - ATL
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Aug 2023
SAN - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$273 | Average$508 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$489 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |