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$50+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to Detroit (ILM - DTT)

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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — DTT
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Detroit (DTT). 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$106
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$50
(Booking.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$508
From Wilmington New Hanover County to Detroit (DTT)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($107 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/168:00 amILM - DTW
Nonstop2h 00mAvelo Airlines
Sun 10/1910:45 amDTW - ILM
Nonstop1h 53mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 9/15$106
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 9/198:00 amILM - DTW
1 stop10h 54mAvelo Airlines
Sun 9/2110:40 amDTW - ILM
Nonstop1h 53mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 9/14$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 10/178:00 amILM - DTW
1 stop10h 54mAvelo Airlines
Sun 10/1910:45 amDTW - ILM
Nonstop1h 53mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 9/14$224
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 9/298:00 amILM - DTW
1 stop10h 54mAvelo Airlines
Thu 10/210:45 amDTW - ILM
Nonstop1h 53mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 9/15$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/299:10 amILM - DTW
2 stops30h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/27:35 pmDTW - ILM
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/162:10 pmILM - DTW
1 stop17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/192:53 pmDTW - ILM
1 stop21h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/116:29 pmILM - DTW
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/156:00 amDTW - ILM
1 stop3h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/101:00 pmILM - DTW
1 stop11h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/146:11 amDTW - ILM
1 stop13h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 11/126:00 amILM - DTW
2 stops6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/172:16 pmDTW - ILM
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 11/255:00 amILM - DTW
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/277:58 amDTW - ILM
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$259

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Detroit 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Detroit that are best for you.

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WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 10/17

8:00 am-6:54 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/19

10:45 am-12:38 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$224

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 9/29

9:10 am-3:22 pm

2 stops30h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

7:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$236

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 11/10

1:00 pm-12:19 am

1 stop11h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/14

6:07 pm-8:40 am

2 stops38h 33m

$238

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 10/16

2:10 pm-7:47 am

1 stop17h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/19

2:53 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop21h 27m

$238

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

6:00 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$249

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 10/11

6:29 pm-12:49 am

1 stop6h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-9:33 am

1 stop3h 33m

$249

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 9/30

11:44 am-4:40 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

4:23 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$259

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 11/25

5:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop6h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/27

7:58 am-4:58 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$259

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 10/12

8:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$50

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 9/29

9:10 am-3:22 pm

2 stops30h 12m

$91

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Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Detroit

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Detroit (average of $250). Flying from Wilmington to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Wilmington to Detroit is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 91% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Wilmington to Detroit?

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Wilmington to Detroit to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington to Detroit. 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 Detroit?

    There are many flights that can get you from Wilmington to Detroit in 10h 54m. Fly via Avelo Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 623 mi between Wilmington and Detroit.

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

    American Airlines, at $248, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wilmington to Detroit.. American Airlines is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Detroit (average of $250). Flying from Wilmington to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 Detroit

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Wilmington to Detroit. 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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