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$80+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Wilmington (ILM)

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CHI — ILM
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in July or June, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$181
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$80
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$418

Good round-trip deal

$289 or less
From Chicago (CHI) to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/1611:49 amMDW - ILM
1 stop23h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/241:00 pmILM - MDW
1 stop22h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/156:18 pmORD - ILM
1 stop13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/241:00 pmILM - ORD
1 stop6h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/156:18 pmORD - ILM
1 stop13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/232:10 pmILM - ORD
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/166:58 pmORD - ILM
1 stop16h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/241:00 pmILM - ORD
1 stop6h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/166:58 pmORD - ILM
1 stop16h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/232:10 pmILM - ORD
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/1611:49 amMDW - ILM
1 stop23h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/234:46 pmILM - MDW
1 stop24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/156:18 pmORD - ILM
1 stop13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/192:10 pmILM - ORD
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/194:51 pmORD - ILM
1 stop26h 44mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/241:00 pmILM - ORD
1 stop6h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/291:56 pmORD - ILM
1 stop17h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/22:10 pmILM - ORD
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/194:51 pmORD - ILM
1 stop26h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/232:10 pmILM - ORD
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/166:58 pmORD - ILM
1 stop16h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/192:10 pmILM - ORD
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$227
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/158:10 amORD - ILM
Nonstop2h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2111:54 amILM - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$229

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Wilmington

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Depart

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Price

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

10:35 am-4:23 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 10/22

6:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$249

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

5:20 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 24m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 11/1

7:10 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$249

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/20

5:32 am-1:38 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 11/23

6:01 pm-12:02 am

1 stop7h 01m

$249

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

5:20 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 24m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 10/25

7:10 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$249

ChicagoWilmington

MDW - ILM

MDWILM

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/9

5:32 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 12/16

6:01 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$249

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

8:10 am-11:24 am

Nonstop2h 14m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 10/18

1:21 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$268

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/12

12:37 pm-8:40 am

2 stops19h 03m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 11/14

3:17 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$278

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

5:50 am-1:34 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 1/27

12:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$278

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

9:30 am-4:23 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 10/18

7:10 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$278

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

7:10 am-1:34 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 1/28

12:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$278

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Wilmington

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Wilmington. 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 Chicago to Wilmington?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 September 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Wilmington is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Wilmington

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Wilmington. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to ILM are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Wilmington?

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 September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Wilmington, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Located just 4.3 mi from the city center, Wilmington New Hanover County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Wilmington from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to New Hanover County (ILM) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily inbound flight from Chicago from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Wilmington?

    For as low as $249, Delta can have you in Wilmington from Chicago in 4h 48m. The distance from Chicago to Wilmington is about 760 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $194, United Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Wilmington and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $209. Users have found that United Airlines is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Wilmington?

    Before booking your flight to Wilmington from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (81%), United Airlines (81%), Air New Zealand( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Wilmington?

    On average you can expect to pay $369 for a flight from Chicago to Wilmington. The cheapest flight overall is $211 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Wilmington New Hanover County) is currently priced at $195.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$194Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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