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Cheapest deal$516
Cheapest monthAugust
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines

Flight deals from San Francisco International to Wilmington

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Wilmington? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Wilmington.$516 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Fri, 29 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $516, select.
Wilmington.$556 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $556, select.
Wilmington.$557 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $557, select.
Wilmington.$789 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Dec, returning Fri, 2 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Fri, 2 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $789, select.
Wilmington.$1,190 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,190, select.
Wilmington.$1,613 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Dec, returning Sat, 27 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Sat, 27 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,613, select.
Wilmington.$1,683 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Fri, 12 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Wilmington on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,683, select.
Wilmington.$2,882 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,882, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Wilmington

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Wilmington flights are currently cheapest in August.
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San Francisco International to Wilmington: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Wilmington below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Wilmington.

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Wilmington: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Wilmington is $516. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Wilmington. But we found flights with one or more stops from $516.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Wilmington.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Wilmington is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington Airport on Monday, 25 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Wilmington Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Wilmington but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Wilmington is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Wilmington.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Wilmington International Airport (ILM): what you need to know

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SFO to ILM flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and ILM:

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

  • $257 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington International Airport flight. Return flights start from $516. These fares may change based on demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from SFO to ILM, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to ILM is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington International Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

Getting from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to central Wilmington

  • ILM is located at 1740 Airport Boulevard.

  • From Wilmington International Airport, Wilmington is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 2 hours 50 minutes.

When to fly to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Wilmington based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington International Airport for July if you want to explore Wilmington during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SFO to ILM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Wilmington has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 290 kilometres north-west of Wilmington, a visit to Charlotte will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.

  • Virginia Beach is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Wilmington. No trip is complete without experiencing Marina Shores Marina, Rudee Inlet Station Marina and Allegra.

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