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$119+ 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — HOU
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Fri 8/22
Fri 8/29
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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 August 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$185
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$88
From Wilmington New Hanover County to Houston
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 17, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/47:00 amILM - IAH
1 stop8h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/76:59 pmIAH - ILM
1 stop16h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sat 8/307:00 amILM - IAH
1 stop13h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/312:41 pmIAH - ILM
2 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$212
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Fri 9/125:42 pmILM - IAH
2 stops24h 16mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/1912:47 pmIAH - ILM
1 stop8h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 8/3012:20 pmILM - HOU
Nonstop2h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/317:45 pmHOU - ILM
1 stop14h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$223
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/186:43 amILM - IAH
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/2211:00 amIAH - ILM
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/185:00 pmILM - HOU
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/2210:15 amHOU - ILM
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/15$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 8/3011:05 amILM - IAH
2 stops7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/318:00 amIAH - ILM
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/304:30 pmILM - IAH
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Wed 9/34:04 pmIAH - ILM
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 8/15$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:34 pmILM - HOU
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Sun 9/76:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 8/15$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/410:27 amILM - HOU
2 stops6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/79:01 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/15$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 12/66:53 amILM - HOU
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/119:15 amHOU - ILM
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 8/304:30 pmILM - HOU
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Sun 8/3110:22 amHOU - ILM
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 8/16$299

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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 August 17, 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

Thu 9/4

7:00 am-2:33 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 9/7

6:59 pm-12:12 pm

1 stop16h 13m

$185

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-7:43 pm

1 stop13h 43m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/3

12:41 pm-12:33 pm

2 stops22h 52m

$212

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 9/12

5:42 pm-4:58 pm

2 stops24h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/19

12:47 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$218

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 8/30

12:20 pm-2:16 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/31

7:45 pm-11:03 am

1 stop14h 18m

$223

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 12/8

7:57 am-3:54 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$259

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 9/12

7:00 am-2:38 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/19

11:00 am-6:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$259

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/6

6:53 am-1:31 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/11

3:21 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$259

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/18

4:28 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/22

2:27 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$259

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/18

5:00 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/22

10:15 am-4:23 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$259

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/4

5:34 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Houston Hobby

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$274

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Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Houston

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Wilmington to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 August 17, 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 83% 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. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 August 17, 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
8.0
Very good
7,986 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,986 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,986 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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!
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,986 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,986 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

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  • 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.

  • 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.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wilmington to Houston?

    The cheapest flight price from Wilmington to Houston is $78. On average you can expect to pay $84. The most popular route, (Wilmington New Hanover County - Houston Hobby), can usually be booked for $78.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Wilmington to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 August 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$78Average$85FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$158Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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