$270+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to San Francisco (ILM - SFO)
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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from Wilmington New Hanover County to San Francisco are usually found in February or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 February 20, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $309 (Delta) |
One-way from | $270 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $411 |
Find flight deals from Wilmington to San Francisco
Cheapest flights from Wilmington to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flights from Wilmington to San Francisco within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to San Francisco 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 February 20, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
WilmingtonSan Francisco
ILM - SFO
ILMSFO
Wilmington New Hanover County
Fri 3/21
3:56 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop8h 34m
San Francisco
Tue 4/29
10:47 pm-10:22 am
1 stop8h 35m
WilmingtonSan Francisco
ILM - SFO
ILMSFO
Wilmington New Hanover County
Thu 3/6
2:41 pm-7:50 pm
1 stop8h 09m
San Francisco
Mon 3/10
12:25 am-12:15 pm
1 stop8h 50m
WilmingtonSan Francisco
ILM - SFO
ILMSFO
Wilmington New Hanover County
Tue 8/12
5:00 pm-12:27 am
1 stop10h 27m
San Francisco
Tue 8/26
6:52 pm-1:53 pm
2 stops16h 01m
WilmingtonSan Francisco
ILM - SFO
ILMSFO
Wilmington New Hanover County
Mon 5/12
2:55 pm-11:39 am
3 stops47h 44m
San Francisco
Tue 5/27
12:33 pm-10:00 am
3 stops42h 27m
WilmingtonSan Francisco
ILM - SFO
ILMSFO
Wilmington New Hanover County
Mon 3/17
2:38 pm-8:50 pm
1 stop9h 12m
WilmingtonSan Francisco
ILM - SFO
ILMSFO
Wilmington New Hanover County
Fri 3/14
6:00 am-12:13 pm
1 stop9h 13m
Compare providers for flights from Wilmington to San Francisco
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Wilmington to San Francisco in February.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wilmington-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-San Francisco 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 Wilmington-San Francisco 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 Wilmington to San Francisco
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Travel insights for flights from Wilmington to San Francisco
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Wilmington to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wilmington to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.
Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wilmington to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Wilmington to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
When flying from Wilmington to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight at noon.
Rainfall in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wilmington to San Francisco, such as Breeze Airways, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Top 2 airlines flying from Wilmington to San Francisco
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$303 | Average$508 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$327 | Average$562 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |