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

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 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ILM
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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Cheap flight deals from California to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) 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 November 21, 2024.

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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 12/1111:49 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/164:11 pmILM - LAS
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/1112:38 amSFO - ILM
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Sun 12/156:00 amILM - SFO
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Deal found 11/19$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/1311:56 amSAN - ILM
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/94:54 pmILM - SAN
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/411:50 pmLAX - ILM
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/112:43 pmILM - LAX
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$313
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/58:42 amLAX - ILM
3 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/94:11 pmILM - LAX
3 stops28h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 12/1112:35 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/165:15 amILM - LAS
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/611:55 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop11h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/102:35 pmILM - SFO
1 stop12h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/42:15 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Sat 12/74:47 pmILM - SAN
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Deal found 11/20$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/121:58 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/154:20 pmILM - SFO
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/69:45 amBUR - ILM
2 stops11h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/106:20 amILM - BUR
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/610:34 amSNA - ILM
2 stops10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/106:20 amILM - SNA
1 stop10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$373
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/126:18 pmSFO - ILM
2 stops23h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/159:24 pmILM - SFO
3 stops22h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$388

Find flights from California to Wilmington within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Los AngelesWilmington

LAX - ILM

LAXILM

Los Angeles

Wed 1/22

9:30 am-7:04 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 1/28

11:04 am-5:36 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$258

San DiegoWilmington

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Tue 1/7

7:40 am-7:04 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 1/14

2:46 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$258

Santa AnaWilmington

SNA - ILM

SNAILM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/5

6:45 am-4:23 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 2/12

6:00 am-1:59 pm

2 stops10h 59m

$263

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/11

11:49 pm-3:39 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 12/16

4:11 pm-11:06 am

2 stops21h 55m

$287

San JoseWilmington

SJC - ILM

SJCILM

San Jose

Tue 1/14

6:10 am-4:23 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/23

4:06 pm-10:44 pm

2 stops9h 38m

$288

San JoseWilmington

SJC - ILM

SJCILM

San Jose

Tue 1/14

6:29 am-6:06 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 1/24

4:00 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$292

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Tue 1/14

11:55 pm-12:42 pm

1 stop9h 47m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$308

San DiegoWilmington

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Wed 1/15

6:15 am-6:06 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 1/25

11:24 am-6:51 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$327

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/11

12:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 12/16

5:15 am-9:24 am

1 stop7h 09m

$338

San DiegoWilmington

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

Tue 1/14

8:15 am-11:40 pm

2 stops12h 25m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 1/21

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$363

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Best time to book a flight from California to Wilmington

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Travel insights for flights from California to Wilmington

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wilmington (average of $298). Flying from California 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 CA to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 November 21, 2024.

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

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 November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from California to Wilmington. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Wilmington. 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 into for flights to Wilmington from California?

    If you book a flight to Wilmington from California, you will be flying to New Hanover County, which is the city’s only airport. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Wilmington.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $129. Users have also found prices from $184 and $245 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to Wilmington are Los Angeles - Wilmington New Hanover County, San Diego - Wilmington New Hanover County and San Jose - Wilmington New Hanover County.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wilmington (average of $298). Flying from California 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 3 airlines flying from California to Wilmington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California to Wilmington. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$275Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$325Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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