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$109+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to New York, NY (NYC)

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 4/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — NYC
Mar 11 — Mar 181
Wed 3/11
Wed 3/18
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 9, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 4/77:00 am
ILM
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 44m
Delta
Wed 4/227:45 pm
LGA
-
ILM
Nonstop2h 01m
Delta
Deal found 2/8$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Thu 8/137:30 am
ILM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Thu 8/209:59 pm
EWR
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 2/284:17 pm
ILM
-
LGA
1 stop5h 25m
Delta
Mon 3/29:40 am
LGA
-
ILM
Nonstop2h 02m
Delta
Deal found 2/7$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Wed 2/254:27 pm
ILM
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Sat 2/289:59 pm
EWR
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 2/275:08 pm
ILM
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 51m
American Airlines
Mon 3/27:54 pm
LGA
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 2/2612:27 pm
ILM
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 47m
Delta
Sun 3/19:40 am
LGA
-
ILM
Nonstop2h 02m
Delta
Deal found 2/8$205
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 4/166:50 pm
ILM
-
EWR
1 stop6h 09m
American Airlines
Sat 4/186:00 am
EWR
-
ILM
1 stop6h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 4/165:50 pm
ILM
-
JFK
1 stop6h 58m
Delta
Sat 4/188:00 am
JFK
-
ILM
1 stop7h 33m
Delta
Deal found 2/6$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 3/316:00 am
ILM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 4/59:58 pm
EWR
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Wed 7/157:30 am
ILM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 7/209:59 pm
EWR
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$212
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Sun 4/57:00 am
ILM
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 44m
Delta
Tue 4/219:25 am
LGA
-
ILM
Nonstop2h 03m
Delta
Deal found 2/8$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Fri 10/237:30 am
ILM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 10/269:59 pm
EWR
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6$217

Find flight deals from Wilmington to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to New York (NYC). 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 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(Delta)

One-way from

$109
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$312

Good round-trip deal

$204 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to New York 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 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to New York that are best for you.

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WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 3/11

12:12 pm-1:58 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/16

8:59 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$189

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 4/8

7:00 am-8:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/21

7:45 pm-9:46 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$189

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 4/17

12:08 pm-1:58 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/21

7:45 pm-9:46 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$189

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 3/15

7:00 am-8:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/23

9:34 am-11:29 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$189

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 3/9

7:00 am-8:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 3/14

2:50 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$189

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 4/3

12:12 pm-1:58 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/6

8:59 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$189

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/7

12:12 pm-1:58 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/20

7:45 pm-9:46 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$189

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 3/13

7:00 am-8:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 3/15

9:34 am-11:29 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$189

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/7

7:00 am-8:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/22

7:45 pm-9:46 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$189

WilmingtonNewark

ILM - EWR

ILMEWR

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 4/16

6:50 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 09m

Newark

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$209

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Compare providers for flights from Wilmington to New York

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 York 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 York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wilmington-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-New York 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 York 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 York

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Wilmington to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wilmington to New York. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Wilmington to New York is 21 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to New York (average of $42). Flying from Wilmington to New York in November is currently the most expensive (average of $102). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 9, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Wilmington to New York 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 39% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 York. Reviews last updated February 9, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Wilmington to New York 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
8,173 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,173 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,173 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,257 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,173 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,255 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,173 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to New York from Wilmington, you will be flying from New Hanover County, which is the city’s only airport. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Wilmington. There are 6 flights from New Hanover County to New York per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to New York?

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Wilmington to New York in just under 1h 46m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 23m. Airlines will cover a distance of 500 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Wilmington to New York round-trip from $174. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $174, and United Airlines, from $189. American Airlines is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Wilmington to New York one-way?

    $117 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $127 and $188, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Wilmington to New York?

    The most popular flight routes from Wilmington to New York are Wilmington New Hanover County - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Wilmington New Hanover County - New York LaGuardia and Wilmington New Hanover County - Newark.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to New York (average of $42). Flying from Wilmington to New York in November is currently the most expensive (average of $102). 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 New York

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to New York. 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 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$174Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$174Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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