Wilmington

$227+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Wilmington (SAN - ILM)

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SAN — ILM
Nov 4 — Nov 111
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The best prices from San Diego to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in September or August, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$254
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$227
(Mytrip)
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Wilmington New Hanover County flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Wilmington New Hanover County flights.
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 31% potential price drop
From San Diego to Wilmington New Hanover County
One-way flight from San Diego to Wilmington New Hanover County

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2024.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:48 pmSAN - ILM
2 stops22h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/89:24 pmILM - SAN
2 stops42h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1810:30 pmSAN - ILM
2 stops12h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/256:00 amILM - SAN
1 stop10h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$365
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/56:35 amSAN - ILM
1 stop11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/711:12 amILM - SAN
1 stop12h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$532
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.
Thu 11/2811:26 amSAN - ILM
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Wed 12/46:00 amILM - SAN
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 10/28$648
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/138:00 amSAN - ILM
3 stops23h 39mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/911:14 amILM - SAN
3 stops25h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$798

Find flights from San Diego to Wilmington within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Wilmington that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

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San DiegoWilmington New Hanover County

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Wed 12/4

2 stops22h 51m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 12/8

2 stops42h 14m

$254

San DiegoWilmington New Hanover County

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Mon 11/18

2 stops12h 01m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 11/25

1 stop10h 12m

$365

San DiegoWilmington New Hanover County

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Wed 1/29

2 stops18h 49m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 2/2

2 stops21h 44m

$466

San DiegoWilmington New Hanover County

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Thu 12/5

1 stop11h 10m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/7

1 stop12h 35m

$532

San DiegoWilmington New Hanover County

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Wed 1/29

2 stops20h 01m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 2/3

3 stops25h 16m

$763

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Deals found on 10/29

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Wilmington in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

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

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Wilmington

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Wilmington including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Wilmington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Wilmington is 21 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Wilmington?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Wilmington (average of $298). Flying from San Diego to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 SAN to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 October 30, 2024.

When flying from San Diego to Wilmington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 70% versus a flight 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 October 30, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Wilmington, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

8.0
Very good
8,836 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,418 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Wilmington for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Wilmington for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $254, but on average you can expect to pay $476.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Wilmington for under $700?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from San Diego to Wilmington within the next 7 days for less than $700.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Wilmington round-trip?

    Currently priced at $365, United Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Wilmington and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $466 and $532, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Wilmington one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $269. Users have also found prices from $323 and $404 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What does SAN to ILM mean?

    SAN stands for San Diego Airport, while ILM stands for Wilmington New Hanover County Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Wilmington that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Wilmington flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Wilmington with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Wilmington flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Wilmington that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Wilmington?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Wilmington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Wilmington that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Wilmington offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Wilmington?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Wilmington flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Wilmington flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Wilmington flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/30.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Wilmington?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Wilmington (average of $298). Flying from San Diego to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 San Diego to Wilmington

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$278Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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