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$39+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to Tampa (ILM - TPA)

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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — TPA
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Tue 12/302:10 pmILM - TPA
Nonstop1h 50mBreeze Airways
Thu 1/17:00 amTPA - ILM
Nonstop1h 40mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/26$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Tue 12/302:10 pmILM - TPA
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:03 pmTPA - ILM
1 stop25h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Tue 12/305:01 amILM - TPA
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:24 amTPA - ILM
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26$401
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:01 pmILM - TPA
Nonstop1h 45mAvelo Airlines
Mon 12/299:31 pmTPA - ILM
Nonstop1h 41mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 12/25$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/276:50 pmILM - TPA
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:35 pmTPA - ILM
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26$460
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/276:50 pmILM - TPA
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/212:07 pmTPA - ILM
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26$483
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:01 pmILM - TPA
Nonstop1h 45mAvelo Airlines
Fri 1/29:31 pmTPA - ILM
Nonstop1h 41mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 12/26$502
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2711:00 amILM - TPA
1 stop9h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/29:31 pmTPA - ILM
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$512
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:01 pmILM - TPA
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/308:38 amTPA - ILM
2 stops8h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$535
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:01 pmILM - TPA
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/26:03 pmTPA - ILM
1 stop4h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$544
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/265:04 pmILM - TPA
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/294:32 pmTPA - ILM
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$579

Find flight deals from Wilmington to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Tampa (TPA). 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 December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$87
(Super.com)

One-way from

$39
(Gotogate)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$164

Good round-trip deal

$124 or less

Good one-way deal

$29 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Tampa 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 December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Tampa that are best for you.

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WilmingtonTampa

ILM - TPA

ILMTPA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/29

2:25 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Tampa

Sun 2/1

7:15 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$98

WilmingtonTampa

ILM - TPA

ILMTPA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/15

2:25 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Tampa

Thu 1/22

7:15 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$98

WilmingtonTampa

ILM - TPA

ILMTPA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/15

2:25 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Tampa

Sun 1/18

7:15 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$98

WilmingtonTampa

ILM - TPA

ILMTPA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 3/12

2:25 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Tampa

Sun 3/15

7:15 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$138

WilmingtonTampa

ILM - TPA

ILMTPA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/19

3:50 pm-8:20 am

1 stop16h 30m

Tampa

Thu 1/22

7:15 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$139

WilmingtonTampa

ILM - TPA

ILMTPA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 3/19

9:35 am-1:52 pm

1 stop28h 17m

Tampa

Sun 3/22

7:15 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$141

WilmingtonTampa

ILM - TPA

ILMTPA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 1/16

3:50 pm-7:40 am

1 stop15h 50m

Tampa

Thu 1/22

7:15 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$161

WilmingtonTampa

ILM - TPA

ILMTPA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/15

2:25 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Tampa

Mon 1/19

8:38 am-8:20 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$200

WilmingtonTampa

ILM - TPA

ILMTPA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 2/11

10:18 am-3:47 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Tampa

Tue 2/17

5:25 am-9:27 am

1 stop4h 02m

$201

WilmingtonTampa

ILM - TPA

ILMTPA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 1/16

3:50 pm-7:40 am

1 stop15h 50m

Tampa

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$201

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Deals found on 12/27

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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 Tampa in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wilmington-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-Tampa flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Tampa 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 Tampa

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to Tampa

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wilmington to Tampa. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wilmington to Tampa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Tampa (average of $37). Flying from Wilmington to Tampa in September is currently the most expensive (average of $71). 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 TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Wilmington to Tampa by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated December 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Delta, and Avelo Airlines from Wilmington to Tampa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
250 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
250 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
250 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,022 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
250 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Avelo Airlines
7.6
Good
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
250 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,073 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
250 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Wilmington to Tampa flight route?

    Flights from Wilmington New Hanover County to Tampa have been viewed 5 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Tampa?

    A quick flight from Wilmington to Tampa can take about 1h 50m. Breeze Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $98. The distance between Wilmington and Tampa is about 513 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $41, Breeze Airways will fly you from Wilmington to Tampa and back. In addition to Breeze Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Avelo Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $43 and $223, respectively. Breeze Airways is currently priced 82% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Avelo Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $29. Users have also found prices from $30 and $128 on Breeze Airways and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wilmington to Tampa?

    The cheapest flight price from Wilmington to Tampa is $29. On average you can expect to pay $106. The most popular route, (Wilmington New Hanover County - Tampa), can usually be booked for $87.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to Tampa 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 Tampa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Tampa (average of $37). Flying from Wilmington to Tampa in September is currently the most expensive (average of $71). 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 4 airlines flying from Wilmington to Tampa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to Tampa. 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$41Average$134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$58Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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