Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Wilmington Airport (ILM): what you need to know
Your SFO to ILM flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and ILM:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Wilmington Airport (ILM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington Airport flight is 162 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 291 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to ILM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SFO to ILM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Wilmington Airport (ILM)
If you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ILM:
Travel at your own speed with a Wilmington Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and venture far and wide through Wilmington and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Wilmington Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Wilmington Airport (ILM) to central Wilmington
ILM is located at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
Wilmington Airport to central Wilmington has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Wilmington Airport (ILM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Wilmington. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Wilmington Airport for July if you'd like to visit Wilmington during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to ILM sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Wilmington, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 290 kilometres north-west to Charlotte to check off its leading sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Wilmington. No trip is complete without experiencing Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.
