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$133+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — CHI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago are usually found in January or July, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$209
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$133
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$256 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
From Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/411:54 amILM - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/98:00 amORD - ILM
Nonstop2h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/110:20 amILM - MDW
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Wed 10/296:00 amMDW - ILM
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Deal found 6/11$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:45 amILM - ORD
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Tue 9/92:25 pmORD - ILM
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/12$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/284:59 pmILM - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/211:59 amORD - ILM
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$286
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/291:18 pmILM - ORD
1 stop6h 59mSun Country Air
Wed 7/26:15 pmORD - ILM
1 stop16h 09mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/11$348
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/37:00 amILM - MDW
1 stop16h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/68:35 amMDW - ILM
1 stop25h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$417
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1712:24 pmILM - ORD
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/208:55 amORD - ILM
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$429

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Chicago that are best for you.

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WilmingtonChicago

ILM - ORD

ILMORD

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/4

11:54 am-1:26 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

8:00 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 19m

$209

WilmingtonChicago

ILM - MDW

ILMMDW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 10/1

10:20 am-4:23 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$229

WilmingtonChicago

ILM - ORD

ILMORD

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/4

11:42 am-6:02 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

2:25 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$229

WilmingtonChicago

ILM - ORD

ILMORD

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 6/28

4:59 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

11:59 am-3:24 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$286

WilmingtonChicago

ILM - ORD

ILMORD

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/29

1:18 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

6:15 pm-11:24 am

1 stop16h 09m

$348

WilmingtonChicago

ILM - MDW

ILMMDW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/3

7:00 am-10:32 pm

1 stop16h 32m

Chicago Midway

Sun 7/6

8:35 am-11:21 am

1 stop25h 46m

$417

WilmingtonChicago

ILM - ORD

ILMORD

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/17

12:24 pm-7:04 am

2 stops19h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/20

8:55 am-2:15 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$429

WilmingtonChicago

ILM - ORD

ILMORD

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 9/1

11:59 am-5:06 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$133

WilmingtonChicago

ILM - ORD

ILMORD

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 7/11

12:06 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$197

WilmingtonChicago

ILM - ORD

ILMORD

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 7/2

6:37 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$224

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Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Wilmington to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wilmington to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Wilmington to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 41 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Wilmington to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ILM to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Wilmington to Chicago at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Wilmington to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Wilmington to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Wilmington to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Wilmington to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wilmington to Chicago?

    Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Wilmington to Chicago. 2 airlines have flights from New Hanover County to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wilmington to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($209), Delta ($229), and United Airlines ($279) offers the cheapest pricing from Wilmington to Chicago. American Airlines is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Wilmington to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Sun Country Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $133. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Wilmington to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Wilmington to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Wilmington to Chicago are Republic Airways (100%), United Airlines (89%) and Air New Zealand (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wilmington to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $541 for a flight from Wilmington to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $125 while the most popular route, (Wilmington New Hanover County - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $209.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Wilmington to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Wilmington to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Wilmington to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Wilmington to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Wilmington to Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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