$155+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Wilmington (DSM - 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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ILM
Oct 6 — Oct 131
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to WilmingtonExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 6, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 6, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/196:00 am -
1 stop7h 57m
Sat 10/246:06 pm -
1 stop6h 52m
Deal found 9/4![American Airlines logo]()
$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/236:00 am -
1 stop7h 52m
Sun 9/277:48 pm -
1 stop5h 04m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$465
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Thu 9/245:56 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Mon 9/285:32 pm -
1 stop7h 32m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$497
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/155:45 am -
1 stop6h 56m
Mon 9/215:50 pm -
1 stop5h 36m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$525
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/97:31 pm -
1 stop15h 07m
Mon 10/123:28 pm -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$531
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 11/256:00 am -
1 stop4h 41m
Sat 11/288:19 pm -
1 stop5h 07m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$538
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Thu 9/171:30 pm -
1 stop6h 22m
Mon 9/217:38 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$577
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/191:24 pm -
2 stops8h 35m
Sat 10/246:00 am -
2 stops9h 15m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$580
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/152:13 pm -
2 stops7h 46m
Mon 9/217:38 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$585
Best flights from Des Moines to WilmingtonDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Wilmington that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Wilmington that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 1/61:02 pm -
2 stops9h 57m
Sat 1/96:00 am -
2 stops9h 34m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$411
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/236:00 am -
1 stop7h 52m
Sun 9/277:48 pm -
1 stop5h 04m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$465
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/196:00 am -
1 stop7h 57m
Sat 10/247:11 am -
2 stops7h 19m
Deal found 9/4![American Airlines logo]()
$509
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/191:24 pm -
2 stops8h 35m
Sat 10/246:00 am -
2 stops9h 15m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$580
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to WilmingtonDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Wilmington. Data last updated September 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Wilmington. Data last updated September 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Mon 9/1410:05 am -
1 stop10h 08m
Thu 9/174:56 pm -
2 stops22h 18m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$621
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/155:45 am -
1 stop6h 56m
Mon 9/215:50 pm -
1 stop5h 36m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$525
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/152:13 pm -
2 stops7h 46m
Mon 9/217:38 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$585
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Thu 9/171:30 pm -
1 stop6h 22m
Mon 9/217:38 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$577
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/236:00 am -
1 stop7h 52m
Sun 9/277:48 pm -
1 stop5h 04m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$465
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Thu 9/245:56 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Mon 9/285:32 pm -
1 stop7h 32m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$497
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/97:31 pm -
1 stop15h 07m
Mon 10/123:28 pm -
1 stop8h 17m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$531
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/196:00 am -
1 stop7h 57m
Sat 10/246:06 pm -
1 stop6h 52m
Deal found 9/4![American Airlines logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/191:24 pm -
2 stops8h 35m
Sat 10/246:00 am -
2 stops9h 15m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$580
One-way flights from Des Moines to WilmingtonSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Wilmington. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Wilmington. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Mon 10/196:25 am -
2 stops27h 16m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$155
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 10/196:00 am -
1 stop7h 57m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$353
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Wilmington
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) 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 6, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $397 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $155 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $439 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
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Des MoinesWilmington
DSM Des Moines - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
DSMILM
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
6:25 am-10:41 am
2 stops27h 16m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$155
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesWilmington
DSM Des Moines - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
DSMILM
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
6:00 am-2:57 pm
1 stop7h 57m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$353
Des MoinesWilmington
DSM Des Moines - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
DSMILM
Des Moines
Wed 1/6
1:02 pm-11:59 pm
2 stops9h 57m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Sat 1/9
6:00 am-2:34 pm
2 stops9h 34m
$411
Des MoinesWilmington
DSM Des Moines - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
DSMILM
Des Moines
Wed 9/23
6:00 am-2:52 pm
1 stop7h 52m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Sun 9/27
7:48 pm-11:52 pm
1 stop5h 04m
$465
Des MoinesWilmington
DSM Des Moines - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
DSMILM
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
6:00 am-2:57 pm
1 stop7h 57m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Sat 10/24
7:11 am-1:30 pm
2 stops7h 19m
$509
Des MoinesWilmington
DSM Des Moines - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
DSMILM
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
1:24 pm-10:59 pm
2 stops8h 35m
Wilmington New Hanover County
Sat 10/24
6:00 am-2:15 pm
2 stops9h 15m
$580
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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Wilmington
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 Des Moines to Wilmington in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Wilmington flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Des Moines-Wilmington 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 Des Moines to Wilmington
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wilmington from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Wilmington
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Wilmington?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Wilmington (average of $354). Flying from Des Moines to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,180). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Wilmington?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Wilmington flights typically cost between $400 and $462 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $397 on American Airlines (Oct 19-Oct 24).
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 6, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Wilmington, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
7.9
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.2
Overall
7.1
Food
6.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentLinda,Jul 2026
ROA - CLT
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
7.9
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.2
Overall
7.1
Food
6.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentLinda,Jul 2026
ROA - CLT
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$310 | Average$454 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |