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Cheapest round-trip
$389
Typical prices: $395-$670
United Airlines
Fri 1/5Tue 1/9
SNA - ILM • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$266
Typical prices: $342-$637
Breeze Airways
Sun 9/23
SNA - ILM • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Wilmington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $384 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 7h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington (SNA-ILM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Wilmington

Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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8:00 am - 11:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
12h 59m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
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6:00 am - 5:31 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
14h 31m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$389United Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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12:20 pm - 11:04 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 12:56 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$433Delta
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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9:55 am - 11:58 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 03m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
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2:00 pm - 8:02 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$444American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:15 am - 7:26 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
9h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:26 pm - 10:32 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$449American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 5
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12:01 pm - 10:50 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:20 pm - 10:32 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$449American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16
United Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 11:57 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
14h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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1:06 pm - 10:17 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 11m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$454United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 7:26 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
9h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:26 pm - 10:32 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$493American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 11:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
12h 39m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
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6:00 am - 2:59 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 59m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$499United Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:28 pm - 3:43 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
18h 15m3 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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6:00 am - 5:31 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
14h 31m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$499United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:30 pm - 11:22 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 52m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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6:00 am - 2:59 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 59m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$499United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Wilmington flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Wilmington?

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington start at $389. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $395 to $670. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $389 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Wilmington?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Wilmington, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 75% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Wilmington?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Wilmington at $384 round-trip.
  • January ($1,181) and December ($978) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 207% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Ana to Wilmington flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$266
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 37% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana to Wilmington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Santa Ana to Wilmington flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Ana to Wilmington?

    Flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington pass through?

    One-stop flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington?

    On the Santa Ana to Wilmington route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 50%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $428 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $853: a $425 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Ana to Wilmington?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Wilmington takes 0h 00m, covering 2,274 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana to Wilmington?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana to Wilmington changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $389 to $2,469. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Ana to Wilmington looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Wilmington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $389, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Santa Ana to Wilmington?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 58m, compared with 8h 04m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 8h 15m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Ana and Wilmington?

    Wilmington is 3 hours ahead of Santa Ana (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Wilmington New Hanover County Airport (ILM)?

    Wilmington New Hanover County Airport (ILM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Thrifty
    · Avis
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santa Ana to Wilmington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Wilmington range from $395 to $670, with an average of $487 over the past 12 months. Anything below $395 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Wilmington flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $428 - about $425 less than Monday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Wilmington trip for February. Fares historically average $384 round-trip in that month - typically $797 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson,Wilmington, NC

Everything you need to know for your flight from Santa Ana to Wilmington

Information on your arrival and departure airports

John Wayne (Santa Ana) (SNA)
Wilmington (ILM)