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$116+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to New Orleans (ILM - MSY)

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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — MSY
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Mon 3/30
Mon 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from Wilmington to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Sun 3/222:25 pm
ILM
-
MSY
1 stop4h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/247:10 pm
MSY
-
ILM
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 3/92:08 pm
ILM
-
MSY
1 stop4h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/127:10 pm
MSY
-
ILM
1 stop24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/26$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 4/172:08 pm
ILM
-
MSY
1 stop4h 58m
Breeze Airways
Mon 4/208:00 am
MSY
-
ILM
1 stop4h 08m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 2/27$296
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 5/96:00 am
ILM
-
MSY
2 stops11h 49m
United Airlines
Tue 5/1212:30 pm
MSY
-
ILM
2 stops10h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/25$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 3/288:28 pm
ILM
-
MSY
1 stop4h 31m
American Airlines
Sat 4/46:43 pm
MSY
-
ILM
1 stop4h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/26$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 3/92:08 pm
ILM
-
MSY
1 stop4h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/137:10 pm
MSY
-
ILM
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/26$329
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 4/103:50 pm
ILM
-
MSY
1 stop17h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/198:01 pm
MSY
-
ILM
2 stops23h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Sun 3/152:25 pm
ILM
-
MSY
1 stop27h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/229:12 pm
MSY
-
ILM
1 stop14h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/26$343
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 3/262:25 pm
ILM
-
MSY
1 stop4h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/308:00 am
MSY
-
ILM
1 stop4h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$348

Find flight deals from Wilmington to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to New Orleans (MSY). 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 February 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$265
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$83
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$513
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($155 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to New Orleans 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 February 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 4/16

2:25 pm-11:17 pm

2 stops9h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 4/19

8:01 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop16h 07m

$357

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/17

8:20 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop23h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/22

8:10 am-1:35 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$382

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 4/16

8:17 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 4/19

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$399

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 3/21

11:00 am-2:32 pm

1 stop4h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/25

7:49 am-1:38 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$407

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 3/21

4:30 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop4h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/24

7:49 am-1:38 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$407

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 4/30

6:45 pm-12:11 am

1 stop6h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/4

5:19 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$455

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/22

2:35 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop4h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/26

8:48 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops42h 02m

$460

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 5/28

4:05 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/1

2:01 pm-3:24 pm

1 stop24h 23m

$508

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 3/21

5:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/24

7:00 am-10:13 pm

2 stops14h 13m

$563

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-10:33 am

1 stop5h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 3/15

6:44 am-1:38 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$599

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Deals found on 2/25

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Compare providers for flights from Wilmington to New Orleans

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 New Orleans in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wilmington-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-New Orleans 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 New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to New Orleans

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to New Orleans (average of $83). Flying from Wilmington to New Orleans in August is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated February 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Wilmington to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,245 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,367 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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 New Orleans. 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 New Orleans?

    Airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Wilmington to New Orleans in about 4h 31m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 18m. The distance from Wilmington to New Orleans is about 780 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Delta, at $155, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wilmington to New Orleans. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. Delta is currently priced 66% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to New Orleans?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to New Orleans 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 New Orleans?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to New Orleans (average of $83). Flying from Wilmington to New Orleans in August is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 2 airlines flying from Wilmington to New Orleans

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to New Orleans. 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 February 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$155Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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