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$183+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Wilmington (SFO - 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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ILM
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in January or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$183
(JetBlue)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$573
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Mon 9/158:35 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop11h 05mJetBlue
Wed 9/2411:25 amILM - SFO
1 stop10h 57mJetBlue
Deal found 3/25$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 4/2210:19 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/266:20 pmILM - SFO
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 7/1211:45 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Sat 7/192:30 pmILM - SFO
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/24$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/286:45 pmSFO - ILM
2 stops16h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/45:10 pmILM - SFO
1 stop9h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$472
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/146:09 pmSFO - ILM
2 stops18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1810:40 amILM - SFO
2 stops26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$597

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Wilmington that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Wilmington

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

10:19 pm-8:24 am

1 stop7h 05m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 4/26

6:20 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$309

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

8:44 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop12h 22m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 6/4

1:01 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$345

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

11:59 pm-11:02 am

1 stop8h 03m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 5/12

6:28 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$439

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

6:45 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 6/4

5:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$472

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

6:09 pm-3:37 pm

2 stops18h 28m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/18

10:40 am-9:49 am

2 stops26h 09m

$597

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

8:52 pm-11:18 am

1 stop11h 26m

$183

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

6:07 pm-5:11 pm

2 stops20h 04m

$210

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

12:21 am-12:08 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$259

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

12:08 am-11:32 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$584

San FranciscoWilmington

SFO - ILM

SFOILM

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

12:24 pm-9:05 am

3 stops41h 41m

$646

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Deals found on 3/25

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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 San Francisco to Wilmington in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Wilmington 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 San Francisco-Wilmington 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 San Francisco to Wilmington

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wilmington from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Wilmington

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Wilmington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Wilmington is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from San Francisco to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $400). 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 SFO to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 26, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from San Francisco to Wilmington by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 March 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Wilmington, such as Delta, Breeze Airways and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
156 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Wilmington round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($309), JetBlue ($345), and Delta ($439) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Wilmington. American Airlines is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $183. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Wilmington for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from San Francisco to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $400). 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 San Francisco to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$308Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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