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$58+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington (DTW - ILM)

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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — ILM
jul. 6 — jul. 131
dom. 7/6
dom. 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Wilmington (ILM). 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 julio 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$58
(Gotogate)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$513

Good round-trip deal

$57 or less
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 1, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/169:42 amDTW - ILM
Nonstop1h 53mAvelo Airlines
mié. 7/237:00 amILM - DTW
Nonstop1h 57mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 6/30$58
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/309:42 amDTW - ILM
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/310:46 amILM - DTW
1 stop13h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
sáb. 8/98:06 amDTW - ILM
1 stop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
mié. 8/136:14 pmILM - DTW
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mié. 7/305:25 amDTW - ILM
1 stop4h 18mDelta
mié. 8/65:00 pmILM - DTW
1 stop6h 09mDelta
Deal found 6/30$245
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/126:00 amDTW - ILM
2 stops9h 24mUnited Airlines
vie. 8/154:59 pmILM - DTW
1 stop20h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$404

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Wilmington

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 7/19

9:42 am-11:35 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Wilmington New Hanover County

vie. 7/25

8:00 am-4:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$137

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 7/30

9:42 am-11:35 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Wilmington New Hanover County

dom. 8/3

10:46 am-12:12 am

1 stop13h 26m

$225

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 8/9

8:06 am-12:08 pm

1 stop4h 02m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mié. 8/13

6:14 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$241

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 7/30

5:25 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 18m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mié. 8/6

5:00 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$245

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 8/12

6:00 am-3:24 pm

2 stops9h 24m

Wilmington New Hanover County

vie. 8/15

4:59 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop20h 09m

$404

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 7/10

3:57 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$125

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 7/15

4:53 pm-11:30 am

3 stops42h 37m

$212

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 7/10

6:00 am-3:24 pm

2 stops9h 24m

$380

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Deals found on 6/29

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 DTW to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Wilmington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 88% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 julio 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Avelo Airlines, and United Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington 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
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Avelo Airlines
7.4
Good
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington is Avelo Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $58 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $241 and $245 round-trip. These flights start at 88% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Avelo Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $59. Users have also found prices from $125 and $200 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington is $56. On average you can expect to pay $58. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Wilmington New Hanover County), can usually be booked for $58.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Wilmington 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Wilmington. 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 julio 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$283Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$298Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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