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$788+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington (SBA - ILM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — ILM
Nov 5 — Nov 121
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 October 31, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,148

Round-trip from

$1,358
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Sat 11/306:16 amSBA - ILM
2 stops12h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/75:15 amILM - SBA
2 stops10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$788
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/307:15 amSBA - ILM
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Sat 12/74:47 pmILM - SBA
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Deal found 10/31$1,163
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Sat 11/306:50 pmSBA - ILM
2 stops15h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/76:00 amILM - SBA
3 stops20h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,864
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2110:33 amSBA - ILM
3 stops21h 10mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/301:19 pmILM - SBA
2 stops24h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$2,116

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraWilmington

SBA - ILM

SBAILM

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/30

6:16 am-10:07 pm

2 stops12h 51m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/7

5:15 am-12:41 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$788

Santa BarbaraWilmington

SBA - ILM

SBAILM

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/30

7:15 am-7:51 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/7

4:47 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$1,163

Santa BarbaraWilmington

SBA - ILM

SBAILM

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/30

6:50 pm-1:31 pm

2 stops15h 41m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/7

6:00 am-11:48 pm

3 stops20h 48m

$1,864

Santa BarbaraWilmington

SBA - ILM

SBAILM

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/21

10:33 am-10:43 am

3 stops21h 10m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 11/30

1:19 pm-10:43 am

2 stops24h 24m

$2,116

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Deals found on 10/31

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Wilmington in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

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

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington

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

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

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

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 October 31, 2024.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Related info for your journey

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

  • Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,358, but on average you can expect to pay $1,737.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Wilmington round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,358), and Alaska Airlines ($2,116) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Wilmington.

  • What does SBA to ILM mean?

    SBA and ILM are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SBA to ILM refers to a flight route from Santa Barbara Airport to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Barbara to Wilmington flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Barbara to Wilmington flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Wilmington offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Barbara to Wilmington flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Santa Barbara to Wilmington flight deals updated?

    The Santa Barbara to Wilmington flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Wilmington?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$420Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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