Cheap flights from ILM to SAN (Wilmington Intl. to San Diego Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from ILM to SAN starting at $346 One Way, $391 Round Trip

Prices starting at $391 for return flights and $346 for one-way flights to San Diego Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
ILM
Wilmington
SAN
San Diego
$391 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$391
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 12 from Wilmington to San Diego, returning Sat, Jan 16, priced at $391 found 3 days ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
ILM
Wilmington
SAN
San Diego
$406 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$406
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 12 from Wilmington to San Diego, returning Sat, Jan 16, priced at $406 found 3 days ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
ILM
Wilmington
SAN
San Diego
$411 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$411
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 12 from Wilmington to San Diego, returning Sat, Jan 16, priced at $411 found 3 days ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
ILM
Wilmington
SAN
San Diego
$417 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$417
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 12 from Wilmington to San Diego, returning Sat, Jan 16, priced at $417 found 3 days ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
ILM
Wilmington
SAN
San Diego
$436 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$436
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jan 12 from Wilmington to San Diego, returning Sat, Jan 16, priced at $436 found 3 days ago

Hotel Ideas near San Diego Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Diego Intl.

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$160 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$184 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,796 reviews)
"Everyone was so kind!"

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
$170 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$197 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
$90 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$104 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,050 reviews)
"This property had such a cool, vintage California feel. Even though it is an old building, things were well kept up and clean. The beds were comfortable and I was glad the room had a coffee maker and a safe. The restaurant on site was good and all employees I interacted with were friendly. Parking ..."

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Handlery Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San Diego

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
$170 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$197 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
$90 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$104 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,050 reviews)
"This property had such a cool, vintage California feel. Even though it is an old building, things were well kept up and clean. The beds were comfortable and I was glad the room had a coffee maker and a safe. The restaurant on site was good and all employees I interacted with were friendly. Parking ..."

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Handlery Hotel
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
$211 nightly
The price is $244 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$244 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our reviews. ...
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San Diego Hotels With Airport Transportation

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
$170 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$197 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$160 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$184 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,796 reviews)
"Everyone was so kind!"

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1955 San Diego Ave San Diego CA
$136 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$156 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,104 reviews)
"Was convenience"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San Diego Hotels

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn

2.5 out of 5
5550 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
$72 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
$83 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,634 reviews)
"Saw crockroaches in both times of staying."

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Pleasant Inn
E-Z 8 Motel Old Town

E-Z 8 Motel Old Town

2.5 out of 5
4747 Pacific Highway San Diego CA
$73 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$84 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego

2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S San Diego CA
$76 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$87 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
Kings Inn San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San Diego

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$175 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$202 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, a private beach, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,521 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, kids club, playground, game room

Travelers say...
"Should have had more staff working the beach"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Bahia Resort Hotel
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$182 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$209 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,503 reviews)
"The Dana is excellent. This is our go-to when we visit San Diego. It is quiet, clean, dog-friendly and the staff are amazing. We come back time and time again. You will love it and guarantee you will be back."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard San Diego CA
$245 nightly
The price is $282 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$282 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,403 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, game room, on the beach, bicycle rentals

Travelers say...
"We had a great time at The Catamaran. Isaiah was so incredibly helpful and friendly! We will come back!"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Catamaran Resort and Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

ILM to SAN Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
ILM Address & GPS
Address:
1740 Airport Boulevard
Wilmington NC, 28405
United States
IATA Code:
ILM
Longitude:
-77.910627
Latitude:
34.267052
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SAN Address & GPS
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA Code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Nonstop flights aren't an option when flying from ILM to San Diego Airport. However, there are numerous companies that service this route with just one simple stopover, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Wilmington Intl. Airport to San Diego Airport?
The fastest you can fly from ILM to SAN is 7 hours and 16 minutes. Slip a few things into your carry-on to help pass the time, like a fascinating read or a sketch pad.
How many hours flight from ILM to SAN?
On a normal day, it takes 7 hours and 20 minutes to go from ILM to San Diego Airport. Breeze through this medium-haul flight by watching TV or listening to audiobooks. Alternatively, use the time to catch up on some rest.
What airlines have the most flights from Wilmington Intl. Airport to San Diego Airport?
If you're hoping to find an airline that advertises direct flights from Wilmington Intl. Airport to San Diego Airport, you're out of luck. You'll need to make at least one stop to get to San Diego.

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