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$109+ 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — HOU
Feb 13 — Feb 201
Fri 2/13
Fri 2/20
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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 January 14, 2026.

Round-trip from

$226
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$109
(Kiwi.com)

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Cheapest in

August

Average price

$374
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 January 14, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/163:50 pm
ILM
-
IAH
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/186:15 am
IAH
-
ILM
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/163:50 pm
ILM
-
IAH
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/192:41 pm
IAH
-
ILM
1 stop28h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/23:50 pm
ILM
-
IAH
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/66:05 pm
IAH
-
ILM
2 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/263:50 pm
ILM
-
IAH
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/287:45 am
IAH
-
ILM
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/163:50 pm
ILM
-
IAH
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/205:46 am
IAH
-
ILM
1 stop13h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/112:00 pm
ILM
-
IAH
2 stops8h 10m
American Airlines
Wed 2/181:16 pm
IAH
-
ILM
1 stop6h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/135:11 pm
ILM
-
IAH
1 stop7h 41m
American Airlines
Tue 2/174:03 pm
IAH
-
ILM
1 stop4h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/175:46 pm
ILM
-
IAH
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Sat 2/215:30 am
IAH
-
ILM
1 stop4h 30m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Sat 3/74:17 pm
ILM
-
HOU
1 stop7h 11m
Delta
Wed 3/116:00 am
HOU
-
ILM
1 stop6h 38m
Delta
Deal found 1/12$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Tue 2/1010:18 am
ILM
-
HOU
1 stop6h 52m
Delta
Tue 2/175:25 am
HOU
-
ILM
1 stop7h 07m
Delta
Deal found 1/12$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:00 am
ILM
-
HOU
1 stop5h 01m
Delta
Mon 2/235:25 am
HOU
-
ILM
1 stop7h 07m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/146:44 am
ILM
-
HOU
1 stop6h 04m
American Airlines
Tue 2/1710:13 am
HOU
-
ILM
1 stop5h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$314

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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 January 14, 2026.
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

Mon 2/2

3:50 pm-8:40 am

1 stop17h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/6

6:05 pm-8:55 am

2 stops37h 50m

$245

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/21

10:16 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/25

6:30 am-12:34 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$259

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 2/13

5:11 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/17

4:03 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$269

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/21

5:49 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/25

5:30 am-11:29 am

1 stop4h 59m

$279

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 3/31

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/8

5:23 am-1:38 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$279

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 3/7

4:17 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/11

5:23 am-1:38 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$279

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - IAH

ILMIAH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 2/18

5:46 pm-12:11 am

1 stop7h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/21

5:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop4h 30m

$279

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 21m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/18

5:25 am-1:32 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$279

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 3/31

5:51 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$279

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/21

5:49 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/25

6:00 am-11:29 am

1 stop4h 29m

$279

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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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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.

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 January 14, 2026.
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
8,040 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,040 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,040 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
11,119 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,040 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

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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.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Houston?

    There are many flights that can get you from Wilmington to Houston in 7h 06m. Fly via American Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 1060 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 January 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$78Average$84FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$158Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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