How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?

A quick flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington can take about 22h 12m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $538. Airlines will cover a distance of 2373 mi.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Wilmington flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.

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).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?

Flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington are found to be more expensive on Friday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Wilmington.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?

To save up to 68% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 32 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Santa Barbara to Wilmington from $356 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $498 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?

Our data shows that March tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Wilmington from Santa Barbara. Users have commonly found prices around $485 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $308. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in November.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to ILM?

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Barbara to Wilmington at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?

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

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

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How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?
A quick flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington can take about 22h 12m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $538. Airlines will cover a distance of 2373 mi.
Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to Wilmington flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Barbara to Wilmington?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Santa Barbara 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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