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$385+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to Wilmington (SNA - 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — ILM
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Wilmington

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 December 8, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/1710:43 amSNA - ILM
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/216:41 amILM - SNA
2 stops11h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$739
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/1712:45 pmSNA - ILM
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Sun 12/216:00 amILM - SNA
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 12/7$804
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/1812:45 pmSNA - ILM
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Fri 12/266:00 amILM - SNA
1 stop10h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/8$864
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/189:59 amSNA - ILM
2 stops8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/265:14 pmILM - SNA
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/8$904

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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 December 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$385
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$783
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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

Thu 1/8

12:47 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-6:41 pm

2 stops15h 41m

$385

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/3

11:55 am-11:09 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 6/10

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

$693

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/3

3:25 pm-7:56 pm

2 stops25h 31m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 6/10

7:00 am-9:53 pm

3 stops17h 53m

$863

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 12/18

12:45 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/26

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$864

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/1

6:45 am-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 59m

$398

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/4

6:40 pm-11:44 pm

3 stops26h 04m

$658

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/2

6:45 am-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 59m

$727

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/3

6:45 am-11:53 pm

3 stops14h 08m

$803

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Deals found on 12/7

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Wilmington flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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, California-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, California to Wilmington?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Wilmington (average of $178). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 December 8, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 41% on flights from Santa Ana, California 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 December 8, 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
8,013 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Wilmington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Wilmington?

    Departing from Santa Ana, California to Wilmington will take you 8h 10m. Santa Ana, California and Wilmington are separated by a distance of 2274 mi.

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

    American Airlines, at $284, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Ana, California to Wilmington. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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, California to Wilmington?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Wilmington (average of $178). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 December 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$329Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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