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$134+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — SFO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
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Round-trip from

$270
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$134
(JetBlue)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$453
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1012:35 pmILM - SFO
1 stop12h 13mJetBlue
Sat 5/248:44 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop12h 22mJetBlue
Deal found 4/17$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 7/41:04 pmILM - SFO
1 stop9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/1311:47 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 7/46:00 amILM - SJC
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Sun 7/136:45 amSJC - ILM
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/17$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 7/45:00 amILM - SJC
2 stops10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/137:09 pmSJC - ILM
2 stops10h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 4/246:00 amILM - SFO
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Tue 4/2911:51 amSFO - ILM
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/17$459
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 7/34:59 pmILM - SFO
1 stop10h 31mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/2611:03 pmSFO - ILM
2 stops21h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$510
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 5/25:29 pmILM - SJC
2 stops28h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/62:50 pmSJC - ILM
3 stops40h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$607
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 5/225:10 pmILM - SJC
1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/266:35 amSJC - ILM
1 stop28h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$753
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 7/46:00 amILM - OAK
2 stops8h 50mDelta
Sun 7/135:15 pmOAK - ILM
2 stops13h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/16$958

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Wilmington

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San Francisco Bay Area

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Price

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 5/10

12:35 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop12h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

8:44 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$270

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 7/4

1:04 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop9h 39m

San Francisco

Sun 7/13

11:47 pm-11:33 am

1 stop8h 46m

$279

WilmingtonSan Jose

ILM - SJC

ILMSJC

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 7/4

6:00 am-10:52 am

1 stop7h 52m

San Jose

Sun 7/13

6:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$339

WilmingtonSan Jose

ILM - SJC

ILMSJC

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 7/4

5:00 am-12:23 pm

2 stops10h 23m

San Jose

Sun 7/13

7:09 pm-8:21 am

2 stops10h 12m

$384

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/3

4:59 pm-12:30 am

1 stop10h 31m

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

11:03 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops21h 06m

$510

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/8

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop7h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 6/12

10:59 pm-9:39 am

1 stop7h 40m

$539

WilmingtonSan Jose

ILM - SJC

ILMSJC

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/2

5:29 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops28h 28m

San Jose

Tue 5/6

2:50 pm-10:06 am

3 stops40h 16m

$607

WilmingtonSan Jose

ILM - SJC

ILMSJC

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 5/22

5:10 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 29m

San Jose

Mon 5/26

6:35 am-2:30 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$753

WilmingtonOakland

ILM - OAK

ILMOAK

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 7/4

6:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops8h 50m

Oakland

Sun 7/13

5:15 pm-9:46 am

2 stops13h 31m

$958

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 9/17

11:25 am-8:59 pm

1 stop12h 34m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Delta and United Airlines from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,926 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area?

    For a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying from New Hanover County. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is just 4.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $134. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Sun Country Air, as they are both options that can get you from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area?

    When deciding which route to take from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area consider Wilmington New Hanover County - San Francisco, Wilmington New Hanover County - San Jose or Wilmington New Hanover County - Oakland as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$303Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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