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$419+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington (SBA - 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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — ILM
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 11/812:28 pmSBA - ILM
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/116:20 amILM - SBA
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 11/85:59 pmSBA - ILM
2 stops12h 40mDelta
Tue 11/112:23 pmILM - SBA
1 stop9h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/28$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/85:30 amSBA - ILM
2 stops15h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/114:04 pmILM - SBA
3 stops24h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$743

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 30, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$554
(American Airlines)

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March

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$543
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Santa BarbaraWilmington

SBA - ILM

SBAILM

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/11

12:44 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 3/14

6:49 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 46m

$554

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Deals found on 10/27

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington (average of $254). Flying from Santa Barbara to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $355). 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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  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?

    A quick flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington can take about 6h 24m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $554. 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.

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  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington (average of $254). Flying from Santa Barbara to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $355). 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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