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$129+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — LAX
Dec 7 — Dec 141
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Sat 12/14
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to California (USCA). 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 2, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to California
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sun 12/154:20 pmILM - LAS
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2212:57 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$338
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/164:11 pmILM - LAX
3 stops28h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/47:15 pmLAX - ILM
2 stops17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$368
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/159:36 amILM - LAS
1 stop11h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/2112:21 amLAS - ILM
2 stops17h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Fri 12/132:27 pmILM - SAN
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Tue 12/1710:30 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop9h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/2$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sun 12/86:00 amILM - SAN
1 stop9h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/1710:30 pmSAN - ILM
2 stops12h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$418
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/159:24 pmILM - SAN
3 stops22h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/27:16 pmSAN - ILM
3 stops22h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$448
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sun 12/87:00 amILM - SAN
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/177:45 amSAN - ILM
1 stop8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/126:20 amILM - ONT
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/186:05 amONT - ILM
2 stops10h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Wed 12/42:35 pmILM - SFO
1 stop12h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/1111:55 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop10h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$498
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/75:10 pmILM - SMF
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/111:49 pmSMF - ILM
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$498
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Fri 12/65:45 amILM - LAX
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/121:57 pmLAX - ILM
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$498
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/74:47 pmILM - SMF
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Wed 12/117:49 pmSMF - ILM
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/2$503

Find flights from Wilmington to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to California 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

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WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 1/8

6:44 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 33m

San Diego

Wed 1/15

12:08 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$258

WilmingtonLas Vegas

ILM - LAS

ILMLAS

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 1/8

6:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop8h 42m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/11

8:00 am-7:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$258

WilmingtonLos Angeles

ILM - LAX

ILMLAX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 1/11

6:15 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/18

11:30 am-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$258

WilmingtonSanta Ana

ILM - SNA

ILMSNA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 1/25

6:13 am-1:59 pm

1 stop10h 46m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/29

7:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$258

WilmingtonSan Diego

ILM - SAN

ILMSAN

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 1/10

1:21 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop10h 01m

San Diego

Tue 1/14

11:25 am-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$283

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 1/10

6:13 am-1:35 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/18

11:11 am-11:52 pm

2 stops9h 41m

$288

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/23

6:59 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop7h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

11:15 pm-10:40 am

1 stop8h 25m

$308

WilmingtonLos Angeles

ILM - LAX

ILMLAX

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 2/20

6:53 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/24

11:59 pm-10:40 am

1 stop7h 41m

$308

WilmingtonSacramento

ILM - SMF

ILMSMF

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 1/10

11:20 am-10:37 pm

2 stops14h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/18

5:30 pm-10:24 am

2 stops13h 54m

$312

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/23

4:06 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops9h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

12:27 am-10:34 am

1 stop7h 07m

$313

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Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to California

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Travel insights for flights from Wilmington to California

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to California (average of $240). Flying from Wilmington to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 ILM to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Wilmington to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated December 2, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines from Wilmington to California to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wilmington to California?

    Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Wilmington to California.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $129. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Wilmington to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Wilmington to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Wilmington to California are Wilmington New Hanover County - San Diego, Wilmington New Hanover County - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl and Wilmington New Hanover County - Los Angeles.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to California 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 Wilmington to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to California (average of $240). Flying from Wilmington to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 3 airlines flying from Wilmington to California

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to California. 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$260Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$290Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$343Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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