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$137+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington (SNA - 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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — ILM
Nov 18 — Nov 251
Tue 11/18
Tue 11/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 19, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$308
(Delta)

One-way from

$137
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$409
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 19, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 12/99:55 amSNA - ILM
2 stops10h 22mDelta
Mon 1/125:45 pmILM - SNA
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 10/19$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Fri 11/1412:45 pmSNA - ILM
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Sun 11/166:00 amILM - SNA
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/18$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/410:43 amSNA - ILM
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/86:20 amILM - SNA
1 stop10h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/19$369
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:45 amSNA - ILM
2 stops12h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/315:55 pmILM - SNA
3 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/19$406
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 12/910:40 amSNA - ILM
2 stops10h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/126:00 amILM - SNA
2 stops14h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/19$509
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 11/76:41 pmSNA - ILM
2 stops26h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/106:00 amILM - SNA
2 stops14h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/18$568
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 11/112:50 pmSNA - ILM
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/46:25 amILM - SNA
2 stops14h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/18$573

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 October 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Santa Ana

Fly to

Wilmington

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/9

9:55 am-11:17 pm

2 stops10h 22m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/12

5:45 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$308

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/4

10:43 am-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 11/8

6:20 am-2:13 pm

1 stop10h 53m

$369

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/6

9:20 pm-9:37 am

1 stop9h 17m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/14

2:30 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$398

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/5

9:20 pm-9:37 am

1 stop9h 17m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/14

2:30 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$423

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/7

7:15 pm-9:37 am

2 stops11h 22m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/14

5:40 pm-10:32 am

2 stops19h 52m

$437

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/2

9:20 pm-9:37 am

1 stop9h 17m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/14

2:30 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$523

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/5

9:20 pm-9:37 am

1 stop9h 17m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 4/12

2:30 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$529

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/5

1:31 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops51h 24m

$137

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/4

3:01 pm-8:40 am

3 stops38h 39m

$141

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/7

1:31 pm-8:40 am

3 stops40h 09m

$162

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Deals found on 10/19

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Wilmington in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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.

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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 19, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Santa Ana 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
7,976 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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
7,976 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,976 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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
11,026 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,976 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 October 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$329Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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