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$131+ 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — ILM
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$285
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$131
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$648
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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 May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 7/97:55 amSNA - ILM
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/142:58 pmILM - SNA
2 stops10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 7/236:59 pmSNA - ILM
2 stops11h 39mDelta
Mon 7/285:50 pmILM - SNA
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/29$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/94:10 pmSNA - ILM
3 stops20h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/144:59 pmILM - SNA
2 stops28h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$645

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Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/9

7:55 am-7:13 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 7/14

2:58 pm-10:09 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$285

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/23

6:59 pm-9:38 am

2 stops11h 39m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 7/28

5:50 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$308

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/9

4:10 pm-3:24 pm

3 stops20h 14m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 7/14

4:59 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops28h 04m

$645

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/8

6:47 pm-8:21 am

2 stops10h 34m

$131

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/14

7:58 pm-6:33 pm

3 stops19h 35m

$146

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/14

11:46 am-9:36 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$201

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/26

5:59 pm-9:58 am

2 stops12h 59m

$325

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 7/20

7:05 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops17h 19m

$420

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Deals found on 4/30

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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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Santa Ana-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-Wilmington flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana to Wilmington

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Wilmington

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 May 1, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Wilmington by month

Plan your trip to Wilmington by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wilmington ranges from 2.8 - 7.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Wilmington when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Wilmington by month

Plan your trip to Wilmington by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wilmington, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

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

    Currently priced at $285, American Airlines will fly you from Santa Ana 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 United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $308 and $645, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 51% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $131. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Ana to Wilmington for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Wilmington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Santa Ana 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 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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