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$174+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Columbus (CMH)

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 6/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — CMH
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Wed 7/8
Wed 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 8, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Tue 7/215:06 am
ILM
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CMH
1 stop5h 19m
American Airlines
Tue 7/288:03 am
CMH
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ILM
1 stop6h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/5$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 7/23:42 pm
ILM
-
CMH
1 stop8h 17m
United Airlines
Wed 7/89:00 am
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop6h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/237:30 am
ILM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 03m
United Airlines
Wed 7/299:00 am
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop6h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/107:02 am
ILM
-
CMH
1 stop3h 23m
American Airlines
Tue 7/145:30 am
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop7h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/7$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1710:34 am
ILM
-
CMH
1 stop3h 29m
American Airlines
Tue 11/248:17 pm
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop3h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/6$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 7/176:48 pm
ILM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 56m
Delta
Sun 7/196:39 pm
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop4h 17m
Delta
Deal found 6/3$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 6/275:09 am
ILM
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CMH
1 stop3h 38m
American Airlines
Tue 6/306:09 am
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop6h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Sat 8/294:44 pm
ILM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 41m
United Airlines
Tue 9/16:11 pm
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop5h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 8/51:03 pm
ILM
-
CMH
1 stop7h 54m
United Airlines
Mon 8/109:00 am
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop6h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 6/268:01 pm
ILM
-
CMH
1 stop3h 51m
American Airlines
Tue 6/309:17 am
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop4h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 8/274:44 pm
ILM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 41m
United Airlines
Sun 8/3011:05 am
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop4h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 6/134:03 pm
ILM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 55m
American Airlines
Tue 6/169:31 am
CMH
-
ILM
1 stop5h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/4$388

Find flight deals from Wilmington to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Columbus (CMH). 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 June 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$174
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$349
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One-way flight from Wilmington New Hanover County to Columbus
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Columbus 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 June 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

WilmingtonColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/23

7:30 am-12:33 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Columbus

Wed 7/29

9:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$285
Quickest round-trip

WilmingtonColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 11/17

10:34 am-2:03 pm

1 stop3h 29m

Columbus

Tue 11/24

8:17 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 27m

$304

WilmingtonColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 7/17

6:48 pm-12:44 am

1 stop5h 56m

Columbus

Sun 7/19

6:39 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$333

WilmingtonColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 8/29

4:44 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Columbus

Tue 9/1

6:11 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$350

WilmingtonColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 8/27

4:44 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Columbus

Sun 8/30

11:05 am-3:37 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$359

WilmingtonColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 8/5

1:03 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Columbus

Mon 8/10

9:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$359

WilmingtonColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/23

8:20 pm-9:30 am

1 stop13h 10m

Columbus

Wed 7/29

6:56 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops20h 54m

$389

WilmingtonColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 7/10

3:41 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Columbus

Mon 7/13

9:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$438

WilmingtonColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 7/5

8:20 pm-9:30 am

1 stop13h 10m

Columbus

Sat 7/11

6:56 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops20h 54m

$522
Cheapest one-way

WilmingtonColumbus

ILM - CMH

ILMCMH

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/21

8:20 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops21h 28m

$174

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Compare providers for flights from Wilmington to Columbus

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Wilmington with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to Columbus Airport

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Columbus Airport (average of $263). Flying from Wilmington to Columbus Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $626). 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.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated June 8, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Wilmington to Columbus Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,642 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - BDL

They keep changing the gate, delaying the hours and then finally canceled it. No accomodation, no food, nothing!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,642 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,642 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - BDL

They keep changing the gate, delaying the hours and then finally canceled it. No accomodation, no food, nothing!

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Columbus 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 0 flights from New Hanover County to Columbus per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Columbus Airport?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Wilmington to Columbus Airport in just under 3h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 27m. Wilmington and Columbus Airport are separated by a distance of 481 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Wilmington to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Wilmington to Columbus Airport round-trip from $228. American Airlines is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to Columbus 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 Columbus Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Columbus Airport (average of $263). Flying from Wilmington to Columbus Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $626). 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 airline flying from Wilmington to Columbus

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American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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