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$280+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington (SNA - ILM)

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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 agosto 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$280
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$438
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Wilmington New Hanover County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($149 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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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 agosto 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
jue. 10/211:42 amSNA - ILM
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/111:21 pmILM - SNA
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
mié. 10/89:20 pmSNA - ILM
1 stop9h 11mDelta
mié. 10/155:55 pmILM - SNA
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/13$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
mar. 10/73:10 pmSNA - ILM
2 stops15h 21mDelta
mié. 10/155:55 pmILM - SNA
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/13$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
mié. 10/89:20 pmSNA - ILM
1 stop9h 11mDelta
jue. 10/165:55 pmILM - SNA
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/13$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
mar. 10/1412:44 pmSNA - ILM
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/181:21 pmILM - SNA
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
mar. 10/73:10 pmSNA - ILM
2 stops15h 21mDelta
jue. 10/165:55 pmILM - SNA
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/13$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
mié. 10/89:20 pmSNA - ILM
1 stop9h 11mDelta
mar. 10/145:55 pmILM - SNA
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/13$328
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
mar. 10/73:10 pmSNA - ILM
2 stops15h 21mDelta
mar. 10/145:55 pmILM - SNA
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/13$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
mié. 8/277:00 pmSNA - ILM
2 stops11h 42mDelta
sáb. 8/302:55 pmILM - SNA
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Deal found 8/13$338

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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

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Wilmington

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Return

Price

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

jue. 10/2

11:42 am-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Wilmington New Hanover County

sáb. 10/11

1:21 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$280

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 10/8

9:20 pm-9:31 am

1 stop9h 11m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mié. 10/15

5:55 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$297

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 10/7

3:10 pm-9:31 am

2 stops15h 21m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mié. 10/15

5:55 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$302

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 10/8

9:20 pm-9:31 am

1 stop9h 11m

Wilmington New Hanover County

jue. 10/16

5:55 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$303

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 10/14

12:44 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Wilmington New Hanover County

sáb. 10/18

1:21 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$305

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 10/7

3:10 pm-9:31 am

2 stops15h 21m

Wilmington New Hanover County

jue. 10/16

5:55 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$308

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 10/8

9:20 pm-9:31 am

1 stop9h 11m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 10/14

5:55 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$328

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

sáb. 11/8

7:00 am-11:50 pm

2 stops13h 50m

$295

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

jue. 9/18

11:42 am-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$343

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

lun. 10/20

9:20 pm-9:31 am

1 stop9h 11m

$513

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Wilmington

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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 agosto 14, 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.

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 agosto 14, 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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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

    Currently priced at $308, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $329. American Airlines is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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  • 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$329Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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