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$126+ Cheap flights to Wilmington

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— ILM
Aug 31 — Sep 71
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Mon 9/7
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Flights to Wilmington in 2026

Cheapest flights to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/29:59 pm
EWR
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ILM
Nonstop1h 58m
United Airlines
Wed 9/97:00 am
ILM
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EWR
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Wed 9/98:30 am
EWR
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ILM
1 stop7h 06m
Delta
Wed 9/165:50 pm
ILM
-
EWR
1 stop6h 07m
Delta
Deal found 7/31$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/87:00 am
EWR
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ILM
1 stop4h 50m
Delta
Tue 9/155:50 pm
ILM
-
EWR
1 stop6h 07m
Delta
Deal found 7/30$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/254:00 pm
LGA
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ILM
1 stop7h 57m
Delta
Tue 9/17:00 am
ILM
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 46m
Delta
Deal found 7/30$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 9/96:00 am
EWR
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ILM
1 stop5h 50m
Delta
Sat 9/124:31 pm
ILM
-
EWR
1 stop4h 26m
Delta
Deal found 7/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/165:10 pm
JFK
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ILM
1 stop5h 49m
American Airlines
Mon 9/213:27 pm
ILM
-
JFK
1 stop4h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/126:00 am
EWR
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ILM
1 stop3h 46m
American Airlines
Mon 9/146:20 am
ILM
-
EWR
1 stop3h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/1$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/119:59 pm
EWR
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ILM
Nonstop1h 58m
United Airlines
Tue 9/157:00 am
ILM
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/125:10 pm
JFK
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ILM
1 stop3h 42m
American Airlines
Mon 9/146:20 am
ILM
-
JFK
1 stop4h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/31$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/199:59 am
LGA
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ILM
1 stop4h 47m
American Airlines
Wed 9/911:14 am
ILM
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/1$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/218:00 pm
LGA
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ILM
Nonstop2h 10m
Delta
Sun 8/237:00 am
ILM
-
LGA
Nonstop1h 46m
Delta
Deal found 7/27$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/289:59 pm
EWR
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ILM
Nonstop1h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 10/316:00 am
ILM
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EWR
Nonstop1h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$259

Find flight deals to Wilmington

Find the latest flights to Wilmington in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on August 1, 2026.

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Average price

$350

Round-trip from

$199

One-way from

$126

Good round-trip deal

$274 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
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Locate flights to Wilmington that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Tue 9/8

10:05 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-8:52 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$224

New YorkWilmington

LGA - ILM

LGAILM

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/19

9:00 am-3:36 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 9/22

5:50 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$249

New YorkWilmington

JFK - ILM

JFKILM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/26

12:00 pm-6:19 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 9/28

3:27 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$249

New YorkWilmington

LGA - ILM

LGAILM

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/12

9:00 am-3:36 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 9/13

7:00 am-8:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$249
Quickest round-trip

New YorkWilmington

LGA - ILM

LGAILM

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/17

7:29 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 9/20

7:00 am-8:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$279

New YorkWilmington

LGA - ILM

LGAILM

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/12

6:00 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 8/18

2:29 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$299

New YorkWilmington

LGA - ILM

LGAILM

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/8

7:29 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/10

7:00 am-8:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$303

New YorkWilmington

LGA - ILM

LGAILM

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/8

7:59 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 9/10

7:38 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$314

NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Wed 9/9

9:39 am-9:52 pm

2 stops12h 13m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 9/12

4:31 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$333

New WindsorWilmington

SWF - ILM

SWFILM

New Windsor Stewart

Thu 9/3

7:30 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop24h 39m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 9/8

4:38 pm-11:39 am

2 stops19h 01m

$353

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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 to Wilmington in August.
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: Out of all of the providers offering Wilmington flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Wilmington flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Wilmington flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Wilmington. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Wilmington

How long is the flight to Wilmington?

On average, a flight from New York to Wilmington takes 4 hours 22 minutes. Flights to Wilmington from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Wilmington

The most flights from New York to Wilmington are scheduled on a Friday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Wilmington?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Wilmington are United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta.

American Airlines
American Airlines
From $139
Delta
Delta
From $103
Breeze Airways
Breeze Airways
From $48
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $204

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Wilmington?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Wilmington are Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Wilmington by month

Plan your trip to Wilmington by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wilmington ranges from 2.8 - 7.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Wilmington when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Wilmington by month

Plan your trip to Wilmington by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wilmington, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Wilmington?

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Wilmington. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Wilmington?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Wilmington should consider flying on Saturday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Sunday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

The best insider tips for flights to Wilmington

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Marisa Garcia

Expert on American Airlines

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Reviews of airlines servicing Wilmington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wilmington. 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 Wilmington. Reviews last updated August 1, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing the United States, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

FAQs about flying to Wilmington

Best Time to Fly to Wilmington, NC

Most people will want to visit during the summer months to take advantage of the long, sandy beaches and outdoor activities. If this is your kind of vacation, then visiting between June and August will be ideal. However, Wilmington can be quite humid and energy sapping in the summer. A visit in March or April would allow you to witness the gorgeous flowers of a North Carolina spring, and may find cheap accommodations available.

Getting around Wilmington, NC

Renting a car is highly recommended, as getting to many of the beaches and plantations won’t be possible without it. Taxis are available, but expensive. However, to reach Cape Fear, cycling is perfectly feasible and Wrightsville Beach is just 10 miles away – a manageable bike ride for many people.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Wilmington?

    Booking a flight to Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is your only option if you intend on flying to Wilmington. It is only a 4.3 mi journey from New Hanover County to Wilmington’s city center. 3 airlines have flights to New Hanover County from New York on a daily basis. Booking flights to Wilmington New Hanover County should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 flights from New York per day.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Wilmington if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Wilmington on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Wilmington?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Avelo Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Wilmington.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Wilmington?

    Wilmington New Hanover County is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Wilmington. One-way flights to Wilmington New Hanover County typically cost $39, while round-trip flights cost around $47.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Wilmington?

    A round-trip flight to Wilmington will typically cost around $123, however they can be found for as little as $47.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Wilmington depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Wilmington, Charlotte Douglas offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 0 minutes).

  • Does Wilmington New Hanover County have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Wilmington New Hanover County can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Wilmington New Hanover County?

    Yes. Wilmington New Hanover County has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cheryl House - We Love Doggies - Mid Town Location is the closest property to Wilmington New Hanover County (1.0 mi away from Wilmington New Hanover County).

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