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$271+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to Dayton (ILM - DAY)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Dayton

Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Dayton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Sun 12/77:19 pmILM - DAY
1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/147:42 pmDAY - ILM
1 stop4h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/30$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/66:00 amILM - DAY
2 stops8h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/107:15 amDAY - ILM
2 stops7h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sat 12/62:20 pmILM - DAY
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/106:01 amDAY - ILM
1 stop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sat 12/204:33 pmILM - DAY
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/276:03 amDAY - ILM
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sat 12/271:21 pmILM - DAY
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:59 amDAY - ILM
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$468
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Fri 12/266:18 pmILM - DAY
1 stop3h 43mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/26:00 amDAY - ILM
1 stop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$510
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Fri 12/262:38 pmILM - DAY
2 stops9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:00 amDAY - ILM
1 stop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$515

Find flight deals from Wilmington to Dayton

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Dayton (DAY). 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 December 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
(Delta)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$323
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($76 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Dayton that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Dayton that are best for you.

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Wilmington

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Dayton

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WilmingtonDayton

ILM - DAY

ILMDAY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

Dayton

Wed 1/28

6:47 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$295

WilmingtonDayton

ILM - DAY

ILMDAY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/20

4:33 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Dayton

Sat 12/27

6:03 am-9:54 am

1 stop3h 51m

$402

WilmingtonDayton

ILM - DAY

ILMDAY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-5:15 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Dayton

Wed 1/28

2:04 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops9h 53m

$440

WilmingtonDayton

ILM - DAY

ILMDAY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/27

1:21 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Dayton

Thu 1/1

6:59 am-12:31 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$468

WilmingtonDayton

ILM - DAY

ILMDAY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/26

6:18 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop3h 43m

Dayton

Fri 1/2

6:03 am-9:54 am

1 stop3h 51m

$510

WilmingtonDayton

ILM - DAY

ILMDAY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/26

6:18 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop3h 43m

Dayton

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-12:31 pm

2 stops6h 31m

$515

WilmingtonDayton

ILM - DAY

ILMDAY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/29

5:41 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$289

WilmingtonDayton

ILM - DAY

ILMDAY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-5:03 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$324

WilmingtonDayton

ILM - DAY

ILMDAY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 12/22

6:00 am-11:44 pm

2 stops17h 44m

$603

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Deals found on 12/1

Compare providers for flights from Wilmington to Dayton

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Wilmington to Dayton in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-Dayton flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-Dayton flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wilmington-Dayton flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-Dayton flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Wilmington-Dayton flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Dayton

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Dayton (average of $56). Flying from Wilmington to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $196). 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 DAY?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to Dayton. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Wilmington to Dayton in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 49% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated December 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wilmington to Dayton, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,041 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Monica,Nov 2025

JAC - DFW

At least there was an option of entertainment on this flight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,041 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,041 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Monica,Nov 2025

JAC - DFW

At least there was an option of entertainment on this flight.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Dayton?

    Airlines like Delta and American Airlines fly from Wilmington to Dayton in about 4h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 38m. Airlines will cover a distance of 522 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Wilmington to Dayton round-trip?

    Currently priced at $258, American Airlines will fly you from Wilmington to Dayton and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. American Airlines is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to Dayton 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 Dayton?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Dayton (average of $56). Flying from Wilmington to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $196). 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 airline flying from Wilmington to Dayton

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Wilmington to Dayton. 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 December 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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