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$101+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Houston

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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — HOU
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Wed 12/24
Wed 12/31
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Fri 12/53:17 pmILM - IAH
1 stop23h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/108:23 pmIAH - ILM
1 stop23h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/53:17 pmILM - IAH
1 stop23h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/78:07 pmIAH - ILM
1 stop15h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/53:17 pmILM - IAH
1 stop23h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/810:41 amIAH - ILM
1 stop8h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$198
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Thu 12/116:33 pmILM - IAH
1 stop15h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/156:14 amIAH - ILM
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$222
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Sun 12/76:33 pmILM - IAH
1 stop15h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/137:25 pmIAH - ILM
2 stops25h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$224
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Mon 12/15:55 pmILM - IAH
1 stop7h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/28:29 amIAH - ILM
1 stop11h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$232
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Tue 12/235:03 pmILM - IAH
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/2612:50 pmIAH - ILM
1 stop9h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/53:17 pmILM - IAH
1 stop19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/611:32 amIAH - ILM
2 stops20h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Sat 12/134:15 pmILM - IAH
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Mon 12/154:28 pmIAH - ILM
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/22$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Sat 12/134:15 pmILM - HOU
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Mon 12/156:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 11/22$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/116:02 pmILM - HOU
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Sun 12/146:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 11/24$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/56:02 pmILM - HOU
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Tue 12/910:39 amHOU - ILM
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Deal found 11/24$354

Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Houston (HO1). 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 November 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$151
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$101
(Mytrip)

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Average price

$338
From Wilmington New Hanover County to Houston
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Houston 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 November 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Houston that are best for you.

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WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 2/1

5:34 pm-8:40 am

1 stop16h 06m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/8

7:35 am-10:20 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$151

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/5

3:17 pm-2:01 pm

1 stop23h 44m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/10

8:23 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop23h 09m

$167

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 2/6

9:00 am-10:53 pm

1 stop14h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/20

7:35 am-11:12 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$180

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/5

3:17 pm-2:01 pm

1 stop23h 44m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 12/7

8:07 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop15h 13m

$182

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/5

3:17 pm-2:01 pm

1 stop23h 44m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 12/8

10:41 am-7:47 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$198

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 12/11

6:33 pm-9:15 am

1 stop15h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 12/15

6:14 am-6:28 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$222

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 12/7

6:33 pm-9:15 am

1 stop15h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 12/13

7:25 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$224

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 2/6

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 21m

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/20

5:25 am-1:31 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$259

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 2/1

7:12 am-12:09 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/8

10:35 am-5:00 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$259

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 2/24

5:46 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/20

6:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from Wilmington with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to Houston

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Houston (average of $72). Flying from Wilmington to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 24, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Wilmington to Houston in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 41% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Wilmington to Houston. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated November 24, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Avelo Airlines, and American Airlines from Wilmington to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Avelo Airlines
7.6
Good
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) if they book a flight from Wilmington to Houston. On average, New Hanover County has 0 outbound flights to Houston per day from 3 airlines. Wilmington New Hanover County is conveniently located just 4.3 mi from Wilmington’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Houston?

    There are many flights that can get you from Wilmington to Houston in 5h 21m. Fly via Delta or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 1065 mi between Wilmington and Houston. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Avelo Airlines, at $78, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wilmington to Houston.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Avelo Airlines is 77% 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 Houston that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Houston (average of $72). Flying from Wilmington to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 3 airlines flying from Wilmington to Houston

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to Houston. 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 November 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$78Average$84FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$158Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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