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$133+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Wilmington (ILM)

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — ILM
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Wilmington

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Priceline
3 stars

Round-trip from

$219
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$133
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$461

Good one-way deal

$423 or less
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 7/221:31 pmORF - ILM
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/316:35 amILM - ORF
1 stop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 7/145:57 pmTYS - ILM
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Mon 7/212:25 pmILM - TYS
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/11$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 5/277:54 pmTYS - ILM
1 stop4h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/315:05 amILM - TYS
1 stop3h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sun 6/89:45 pmCLT - ILM
1 stop20h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/152:42 pmILM - CLT
1 stop20h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$335
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/267:00 amRDU - ILM
1 stop5h 06mJetBlue
Fri 5/301:01 pmILM - RDU
1 stop7h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 5/12$349
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 5/307:15 amRDU - ILM
2 stops14h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/812:24 pmILM - RDU
1 stop28h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/106:06 pmCLT - ILM
Nonstop0h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/172:49 pmILM - CLT
Nonstop1h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Mon 7/147:35 pmTYS - ILM
2 stops19h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/214:59 pmILM - TYS
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 5/3012:50 pmRDU - ILM
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/86:28 amILM - RDU
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$462
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Tue 7/226:20 amORF - ILM
1 stop9h 04mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/314:59 pmILM - ORF
3 stops26h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$630
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 9/310:35 amCLT - ILM
2 stops12h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/52:25 pmILM - CLT
2 stops23h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$682
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 5/157:59 pmRDU - ILM
2 stops20h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/174:41 pmILM - RDU
2 stops16h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$830

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina to Wilmington 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 May 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Wilmington that are best for you.

Fly from

North Carolina

Fly to

Wilmington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NorfolkWilmington

ORF - ILM

ORFILM

Norfolk

Tue 7/22

1:31 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/31

6:35 am-10:06 am

1 stop3h 31m

$219

KnoxvilleWilmington

TYS - ILM

TYSILM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 7/14

5:57 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 7/21

2:25 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$229

KnoxvilleWilmington

TYS - ILM

TYSILM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 5/27

7:54 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 04m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 5/31

5:05 am-8:24 am

1 stop3h 19m

$239

CharlotteWilmington

CLT - ILM

CLTILM

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 6/8

9:45 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop20h 12m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/15

2:42 pm-10:51 am

1 stop20h 09m

$335

RaleighWilmington

RDU - ILM

RDUILM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/26

7:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/30

1:01 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$349

RaleighWilmington

RDU - ILM

RDUILM

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/30

7:15 am-9:41 pm

2 stops14h 26m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/8

12:24 pm-5:11 pm

1 stop28h 47m

$354

CharlotteWilmington

CLT - ILM

CLTILM

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 6/10

6:06 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 6/17

2:49 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$399

KnoxvilleWilmington

TYS - ILM

TYSILM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 7/14

7:35 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops19h 49m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 7/21

4:59 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$408

RaleighWilmington

RDU - ILM

RDUILM

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/30

12:50 pm-5:18 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/8

6:28 am-11:57 am

1 stop5h 29m

$462

NorfolkWilmington

ORF - ILM

ORFILM

Norfolk

Tue 7/22

6:20 am-3:24 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/31

4:59 pm-7:16 pm

3 stops26h 17m

$630

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Wilmington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to Wilmington

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from North Carolina 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 NC to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 May 12, 2025.

When flying from North Carolina to Wilmington, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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).

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 May 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Avelo Airlines and United Airlines from North Carolina to Wilmington have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
7.5
Good
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,724 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 North Carolina to Wilmington. 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 into for flights to Wilmington from North Carolina?

    Most people fly into Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) if they book a flight to Wilmington from North Carolina. New Hanover County is conveniently located just 4.3 mi from Wilmington’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Avelo Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $133. Users have also found prices from $329 and $391 on United Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to Wilmington?

    The most popular route from North Carolina to Wilmington is Charlotte Douglas - Wilmington New Hanover County. You may also consider Raleigh-Durham - Wilmington New Hanover County or Norfolk - Wilmington New Hanover County.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North Carolina to Wilmington?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Wilmington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from North Carolina 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 airline flying from North Carolina to Wilmington

Discover the top airline that operate flights from North Carolina 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 May 12, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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