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Cheapest round-trip
$469
Typical prices: $312-$538
American Airlines
Sat 1/27Wed 1/31
ILM - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$257
Typical prices: $269-$522
Breeze Airways
Tue 10/23
ILM - SNA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Wilmington and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 38% price drop
August
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $351 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana (ILM-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Wilmington to Santa Ana

Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
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4:36 pm - 10:45 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:45 am - 5:06 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$469American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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12:00 pm - 8:14 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 14m1 stop Newark
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8:46 am - 11:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$502United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:00 am - 5:33 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
14h 33m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
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6:50 am - 11:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 54m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$507United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:00 am - 8:45 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
17h 45m3 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
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8:46 am - 11:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$513United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:00 am - 7:01 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
16h 01m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:46 am - 11:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$513United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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12:00 pm - 8:14 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 14m1 stop Newark
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8:46 am - 11:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$514United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:45 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
17h 45m3 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
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8:46 am - 11:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$525United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
American Airlines Logo
1:57 pm - 10:41 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 44m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:45 am - 5:06 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$546American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 8:14 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 14m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
8:46 am - 11:44 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$548United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:03 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:10 pm - 10:46 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$551American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Wilmington to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana start at $469. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $312 to $538. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $469 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wilmington to Santa Ana, it is 41% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 34% 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 Santa Ana?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Santa Ana at $290 round-trip.
•April ($839) and May ($608) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 189% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Wilmington to Santa Ana flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$257
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 29% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Wilmington to Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana?

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 4% 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 Wilmington to Santa Ana?

    On the Wilmington to Santa Ana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 56%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $279 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $630: a $351 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Santa Ana?

    Some of the most popular sights in Santa Ana are Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

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

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

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

    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 Santa Ana 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 $469 to $1,791. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Wilmington to Santa Ana are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $514, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 51m, compared with 7h 52m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 03m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA)?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • GREEN MOTION

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

    Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Santa Ana range from $312 to $538, with an average of $470 over the past 12 months. Anything below $312 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Wilmington to Santa Ana 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 $279 - about $351 less than Monday (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wilmington to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $549 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
    - Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    - voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

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