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$109+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Wilmington (ILM)

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ORD — ILM
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Wilmington

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$201
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$347

Good round-trip deal

$249 or less

Good one-way deal

$115 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sat 7/54:07 pmSTL - ILM
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/96:00 amILM - STL
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/46:15 amMLI - ILM
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/1112:13 pmILM - MLI
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/318:30 amSTL - ILM
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Wed 6/47:00 amILM - STL
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 5/1$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 7/127:05 amORD - ILM
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Wed 7/165:50 pmILM - ORD
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/1$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/176:00 amMDW - ILM
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Tue 7/225:50 pmILM - MDW
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/30$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/167:47 amORD - ILM
1 stop8h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/196:29 pmILM - ORD
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/258:27 amORD - ILM
Nonstop2h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/37:43 pmILM - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sun 8/1011:59 amORD - ILM
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/154:59 pmILM - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$279
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/159:50 amSTL - ILM
2 stops7h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/196:29 pmILM - STL
3 stops25h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 6/265:54 amCMI - ILM
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/294:51 pmILM - CMI
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 6/144:31 pmEVV - ILM
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/175:00 amILM - EVV
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sat 7/58:00 amSTL - ILM
1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/74:59 pmILM - STL
2 stops24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$500

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Wilmington

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisWilmington

STL - ILM

STLILM

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/5

4:07 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 7/9

6:00 am-12:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$201

MolineWilmington

MLI - ILM

MLIILM

Moline Quad-City

Fri 7/4

6:15 am-12:24 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 7/11

12:13 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$224

St. LouisWilmington

STL - ILM

STLILM

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/31

8:30 am-4:56 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 6/4

7:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

$227

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

7:05 am-3:34 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 7/15

5:50 pm-12:09 am

1 stop7h 19m

$229

ChicagoWilmington

MDW - ILM

MDWILM

Chicago Midway

Thu 7/17

6:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 7/22

5:50 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$229

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

7:47 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 5/19

6:29 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$232

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/25

8:27 am-11:33 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 8/3

7:43 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$249

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/10

11:59 am-3:24 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 8/15

4:59 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$279

St. LouisWilmington

STL - ILM

STLILM

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/15

9:50 am-6:33 pm

2 stops7h 43m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 5/19

6:29 pm-6:41 pm

3 stops25h 12m

$319

ChampaignWilmington

CMI - ILM

CMIILM

Champaign University-Willard

Thu 6/26

5:54 am-12:24 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/29

4:51 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$338

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Wilmington as you normally would.

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 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Illinois to Wilmington. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
346 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Wilmington from Illinois?

    Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Wilmington.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Wilmington are Sun Country Air ($118), American Airlines ($145), and Delta ($155).

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Wilmington?

    While some choose either Lambert-St Louis - Wilmington New Hanover County or Chicago Midway - Wilmington New Hanover County, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Wilmington New Hanover County is the most popular route from Illinois to Wilmington.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Wilmington?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Illinois to Wilmington? While on average our users pay $210, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $115. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Wilmington New Hanover County), is priced around $204.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Illinois 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 3 airlines flying from Illinois to Wilmington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$197Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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