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$239+ Cheap flights from Galveston, TX 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ILM
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Galveston to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Thu 1/16:00 amILM - HOU
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/4$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Mon 12/12:23 pmILM - HOU
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/4$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sat 11/152:32 pmHOU - ILM
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Sat 11/224:15 pmILM - HOU
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Deal found 11/5$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/176:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Mon 12/12:23 pmILM - HOU
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/4$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 12/256:00 amHOU - ILM
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Tue 12/305:31 pmILM - HOU
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/6$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/72:22 pmHOU - ILM
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Tue 11/116:07 pmILM - HOU
1 stop6h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/6$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/114:25 pmHOU - ILM
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/146:18 amILM - HOU
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$445
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/129:07 amHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/156:20 amILM - HOU
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/255:40 amHOU - ILM
2 stops7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/305:14 pmILM - HOU
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$584
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Tue 12/234:21 pmHOU - ILM
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/265:14 pmILM - HOU
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$624

Cheap flight deals from Galveston to Wilmington

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Galveston to Wilmington flight deals. Data was last updated November 6, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(Delta)

One-way from

$239
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$338
From Galveston to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Galveston 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Galveston to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Galveston

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Wilmington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/18

6:00 am-1:37 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop5h 01m

$259

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/24

6:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 12/1

2:23 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$299

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/15

2:32 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 11/22

4:15 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$339

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/17

6:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 12/1

2:23 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$369

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/25

6:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 12/30

5:31 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$398

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/11

4:25 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 12/14

6:18 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 27m

$445

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/12

9:07 am-4:43 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 11/15

6:20 am-11:42 am

1 stop6h 22m

$499

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/25

5:40 am-2:12 pm

2 stops7h 32m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 12/30

5:14 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$584

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/23

4:21 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/26

5:14 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$624

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/25

6:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Galveston to Wilmington

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to Wilmington (average of $76). Flying from Galveston to Wilmington in January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 G4L to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Galveston 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 November 6, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 54% on flights from Galveston to Wilmington by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Galveston 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 November 6, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Avelo Airlines, and American Airlines from Galveston to Wilmington. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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

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

    If you book a flight to Wilmington from Galveston, you will be flying to New Hanover County, which is the city’s only airport. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Wilmington. There are 0 flights from Galveston to New Hanover County per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Galveston to Wilmington?

    Delta can get you from Galveston to Wilmington in just under 6h 37m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Galveston and Wilmington are separated by a distance of 1065 mi.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Galveston to Wilmington?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $39. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - Wilmington New Hanover County) can be booked for $259 on average, our data indicates $40 when flying from Galveston to Wilmington.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to Wilmington (average of $76). Flying from Galveston to Wilmington in January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 Galveston to Wilmington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Galveston 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$76Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$208Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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