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Cheapest round-trip
$341
Typical prices: $354-$547
Delta
Sat 11/3Sun 11/18
ILM - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$168
Typical prices: $288-$473
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/4
ILM - SAN • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Wilmington and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 19% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $475 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Wilmington to San Diego (ILM-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Wilmington to San Diego

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 18
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5:15 pm - 10:02 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SAN San Diego
7h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:41 pm - 11:02 pmSAN  San Diego-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:00 am - 3:54 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SAN San Diego
12h 54m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
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10:20 pm - 11:22 amSAN  San Diego-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
10h 02m1 stop Newark
$365United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 19
Delta Logo
4:31 pm - 9:19 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SAN San Diego
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:30 pm - 9:37 amSAN  San Diego-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
8h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$371Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:54 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SAN San Diego
12h 54m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 11:22 amSAN  San Diego-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
10h 37m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$371United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:50 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SAN San Diego
8h 50m1 stop Newark
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10:25 pm - 12:03 pmSAN  San Diego-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
10h 38m1 stop Newark
$379United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
4:24 pm - 9:48 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SAN San Diego
8h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:27 pm - 8:26 amSAN  San Diego-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$386American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 11:08 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SAN San Diego
9h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 9:48 amSAN  San Diego-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
8h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$386American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 7:00 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SAN San Diego
7h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:36 pmSAN  San Diego-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
9h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$386American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 12
Delta Logo
5:49 pm - 10:02 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SAN San Diego
7h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
9:45 pm - 9:37 amSAN  San Diego-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
8h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$386Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 11
Delta Logo
5:49 pm - 10:02 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SAN San Diego
7h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
9:45 pm - 9:37 amSAN  San Diego-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
8h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$386Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Wilmington to San Diego flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Wilmington to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Wilmington to San Diego start at $341. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $354 to $547. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $341 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wilmington to San Diego?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wilmington to San Diego, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 53% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to San Diego?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to San Diego at $350 round-trip.
  • March ($532) and June ($513) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Wilmington to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Wilmington to San Diego are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Wilmington to San Diego flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$168
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
Flight from Wilmington to San Diego

When to book flights from Wilmington to San Diego

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

    Flights from Wilmington to San Diego usually depart from Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Wilmington to San Diego?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Wilmington to San Diego.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Wilmington to San Diego pass through?

    One-stop flights from Wilmington to San Diego most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 78% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Wilmington to San Diego?

    On the Wilmington to San Diego route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 41%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $399 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $666: a $267 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Wilmington to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Wilmington to San Diego takes 0h 00m, covering 2,251 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Wilmington to San Diego?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Wilmington to San Diego:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Wilmington to San Diego flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 36% above the route average of $434. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Wilmington to San Diego?

    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 Wilmington to San Diego 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 $341 to $3,332. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Wilmington to San Diego looking right now?

    One-way fares from Wilmington to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $332, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 31m, compared with 7h 46m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 52m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Wilmington and San Diego?

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Wilmington (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Payless
    · Europcar
    · Thrifty
    · Fox

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Wilmington to San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Wilmington to San Diego range from $354 to $547, with an average of $434 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Wilmington to San Diego 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 $399 - about $267 less than Monday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wilmington to San Diego trip for January. Fares historically average $350 round-trip in that month - typically $182 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    - Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    - Wyndham Garden San Diego near SeaWorld

Everything you need to know for your flight from Wilmington to San Diego

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Wilmington (ILM)
San Diego (SAN)