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$259+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Hobby (HOU)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — HOU
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Thu 1/8
Thu 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Hobby

Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 9, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/134:15 pmILM - HOU
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Mon 12/156:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/7$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Sat 12/135:05 amILM - HOU
2 stops7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/1510:08 amHOU - ILM
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/8$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Fri 12/126:02 pmILM - HOU
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Mon 12/156:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/7$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Fri 12/196:00 amILM - HOU
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Sat 12/276:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop16h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/8$671
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Mon 12/225:01 amILM - HOU
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/254:17 pmHOU - ILM
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$676
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/236:00 amILM - HOU
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Thu 12/256:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/9$737
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Sun 12/212:38 pmILM - HOU
2 stops10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/279:05 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/8$759
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/192:38 pmILM - HOU
2 stops10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/279:05 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/8$791
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/246:23 amILM - HOU
1 stop10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/289:05 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$812
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Mon 12/226:00 amILM - HOU
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Thu 12/256:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/9$827
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/212:02 pmILM - HOU
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Thu 12/256:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/9$828

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Hobby (HOU). 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 9, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$365
Provider with most accurate pricing for Wilmington New Hanover County-Houston Hobby flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Hobby 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 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

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Wilmington

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 1/9

5:51 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

9:04 am-5:00 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$259

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 1/9

5:51 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/13

10:35 am-5:13 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$259

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 3/28

6:00 am-9:41 am

1 stop4h 41m

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/29

6:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$279

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 4/16

5:31 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/20

10:18 am-4:06 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$400

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 4/17

5:31 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/20

10:18 am-4:06 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$400

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/19

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 21m

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/22

5:45 am-1:29 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$477

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 4/9

5:31 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/13

10:18 am-4:06 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$646

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/19

6:00 am-9:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/27

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$671

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 12/22

5:01 am-3:47 pm

2 stops11h 46m

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/25

4:17 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$676

WilmingtonHouston

ILM - HOU

ILMHOU

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 12/23

6:00 am-2:38 pm

1 stop9h 38m

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/25

6:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$737

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Deals found on 12/9

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Compare providers for flights from Wilmington to Hobby

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

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $72). Flying from Wilmington to Houston Hobby Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 9, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Wilmington to Houston Hobby Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 82% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated December 9, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Avelo Airlines, and American Airlines from Wilmington to Houston Hobby 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
8,009 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
8,009 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
11,043 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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 Hobby. 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 Houston Hobby?

    Located just 4.3 mi from the city center, Wilmington New Hanover County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Houston Hobby from Wilmington. Booking flights from New Hanover County (ILM) to Houston Hobby should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Houston Hobby from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Houston Hobby Airport?

    For as low as $279, American Airlines can have you in Houston Hobby Airport from Wilmington in 4h 41m. The distance between Wilmington and Houston Hobby Airport is about 1065 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wilmington to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip?

    Avelo Airlines, at $78, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wilmington to Houston Hobby Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Avelo Airlines is currently priced 77% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $72). Flying from Wilmington to Houston Hobby Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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 Hobby

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to Hobby. 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 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$78Average$84FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$158Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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