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$84+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington (DTW - 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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — ILM
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Wilmington

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 December 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/265:11 pmDTW - ILM
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:18 pmILM - DTW
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/236:00 amDTW - ILM
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/54:10 pmILM - DTW
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/265:11 pmDTW - ILM
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:18 pmILM - DTW
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/295:23 pmDTW - ILM
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/54:10 pmILM - DTW
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$414
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/296:25 amDTW - ILM
1 stop26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/59:10 amILM - DTW
2 stops46h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$433
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/2310:01 pmDTW - ILM
2 stops34h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/59:10 amILM - DTW
1 stop26h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$581
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/267:16 amDTW - ILM
2 stops16h 43mDelta
Mon 12/295:31 pmILM - DTW
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/22$588
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/266:00 amDTW - ILM
2 stops17h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/112:15 pmILM - DTW
2 stops19h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$653
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/267:08 amDTW - ILM
2 stops15h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/297:01 pmILM - DTW
2 stops24h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$833

Find 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 December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$84
(Super.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$331

Good round-trip deal

$38 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($69 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 December 23, 2025.
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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DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/4

9:10 pm-8:55 am

1 stop11h 45m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 2/9

2:08 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$189

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

9:10 pm-8:55 am

1 stop11h 45m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/26

3:50 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops21h 16m

$210

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/23

10:43 am-9:27 pm

1 stop10h 44m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 1/25

2:25 pm-9:46 am

1 stop19h 21m

$218

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

3:12 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop29h 08m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/19

3:50 pm-10:05 am

1 stop18h 15m

$227

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

8:00 am-8:20 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/19

3:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops21h 40m

$235

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/13

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 55m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 2/15

9:01 am-2:58 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$269

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

6:00 am-10:29 am

1 stop4h 29m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/19

5:29 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$269

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/20

3:36 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 4/25

8:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 35m

$269

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

8:15 am-1:43 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-11:01 am

1 stop5h 01m

$279

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/31

9:00 pm-10:53 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$84

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Deals found on 12/22

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Wilmington in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Wilmington flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit to Wilmington

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wilmington from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington (average of $38). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington in January is currently the most expensive (average of $159). 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 December 23, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 93% 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 December 23, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Avelo Airlines, and American 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
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $38 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $125 and $248 round-trip. These flights start at 89% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 $38. On average you can expect to pay $39. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Wilmington New Hanover County), can usually be booked for $189.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington (average of $38). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington in January is currently the most expensive (average of $159). 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 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Wilmington

Discover the top 3 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$38Average$69FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$249Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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