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$119+ Cheap flights from California to Wilmington (ILM)

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LAX — ILM
abr. 27 — may. 41
dom. 4/27
dom. 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$251
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$131
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

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March

Average price

$504
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Cheapest flights from California to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 22, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mar. 6/1711:01 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
mié. 6/254:55 pmILM - LAS
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
sáb. 5/241:48 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
vie. 5/305:05 amILM - SAN
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mar. 7/87:24 pmSMF - ILM
2 stops9h 57mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/222:40 pmILM - SMF
1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mar. 6/310:45 pmLAS - ILM
1 stop7h 57mDelta
mar. 6/102:28 pmILM - LAS
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/22$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
mié. 10/19:50 amSJC - ILM
2 stops10h 39mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/42:33 pmILM - SJC
2 stops10h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
mar. 5/1310:25 amSNA - ILM
2 stops10h 33mAmerican Airlines
mar. 5/203:17 pmILM - SNA
2 stops9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$261
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
lun. 9/158:35 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop11h 05mJetBlue
mié. 9/2411:25 amILM - SFO
1 stop10h 57mJetBlue
Deal found 4/22$270
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 5/2911:36 amLAX - ILM
1 stop8h 51mMultiple Airlines
jue. 6/57:27 pmILM - LAX
1 stop30h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/176:35 amSJC - ILM
1 stop7h 40mDelta
mar. 6/246:00 pmILM - SJC
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/21$277
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 6/128:24 pmLAX - ILM
1 stop11h 07mJetBlue
jue. 6/1911:18 amILM - LAX
1 stop9h 38mJetBlue
Deal found 4/22$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mar. 7/810:40 pmSMF - ILM
1 stop8h 06mDelta
mar. 7/225:45 pmILM - SMF
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/22$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
sáb. 5/2410:30 pmSAN - ILM
1 stop8h 25mDelta
jue. 5/296:28 pmILM - SAN
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/22$297

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Wilmington that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Wilmington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 6/17

11:01 pm-10:37 am

1 stop8h 36m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mié. 6/25

4:55 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$251

San DiegoWilmington

SAN - ILM

SANILM

San Diego

sáb. 5/24

1:48 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Wilmington New Hanover County

vie. 5/30

5:05 am-9:08 am

1 stop7h 03m

$252

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

mar. 7/8

7:24 pm-8:21 am

2 stops9h 57m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 7/22

2:40 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$256

Las VegasWilmington

LAS - ILM

LASILM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 6/3

10:45 pm-9:42 am

1 stop7h 57m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 6/10

2:28 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$257

San JoseWilmington

SJC - ILM

SJCILM

San Jose

mié. 10/1

9:50 am-11:29 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Wilmington New Hanover County

sáb. 10/4

2:33 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops10h 49m

$261

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

mié. 5/28

8:44 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop12h 22m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mié. 6/4

1:01 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$271

Los AngelesWilmington

LAX - ILM

LAXILM

Los Angeles

jue. 5/29

11:36 am-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Wilmington New Hanover County

jue. 6/5

7:27 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop30h 59m

$272

San JoseWilmington

SJC - ILM

SJCILM

San Jose

mar. 6/17

6:35 am-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 6/24

6:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$277

Los AngelesWilmington

LAX - ILM

LAXILM

Los Angeles

jue. 6/12

8:24 pm-10:31 am

1 stop11h 07m

Wilmington New Hanover County

jue. 6/19

11:18 am-5:56 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$291

SacramentoWilmington

SMF - ILM

SMFILM

Sacramento Intl

mar. 7/8

10:40 pm-9:46 am

1 stop8h 06m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 7/22

5:45 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$297

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Best time to book a flight from California to Wilmington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Wilmington

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from California to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 abril 22, 2025.

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 abril 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Delta from California to Wilmington. 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

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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
7,920 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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
8,683 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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
2,923 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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 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 $131. Users have also found prices from $134 and $149 on JetBlue 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, Ontario - Wilmington New Hanover County and San Francisco - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from California to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 California to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$290Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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