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$195+ Cheap flights from Lexington to Wilmington (LEX - 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — ILM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$367
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$195
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$298
From Lexington Blue Grass to Wilmington New Hanover County
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One-way flight from Lexington Blue Grass to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Lexington to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lexington to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/2612:54 pmLEX - ILM
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/289:06 amILM - LEX
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/71:03 pmLEX - ILM
1 stop4h 03mDelta
Thu 7/246:00 amILM - LEX
1 stop3h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/10$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 8/155:44 pmLEX - ILM
1 stop21h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/184:59 pmILM - LEX
1 stop20h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$517

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lexington to Wilmington that are best for you.

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LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 9/26

12:54 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 9/28

9:06 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$367

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 7/7

1:03 pm-5:06 pm

1 stop4h 03m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/24

6:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop3h 20m

$377

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 8/15

5:44 pm-3:24 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 8/18

4:59 pm-1:24 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$517

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/8

10:05 am-1:45 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$195

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/8

6:04 am-2:00 pm

2 stops7h 56m

$264

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/8

12:13 pm-11:24 am

3 stops47h 11m

$280

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Lexington to Wilmington

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Lexington to Wilmington at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lexington to Wilmington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lexington to Wilmington round-trip from $367. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $377, and United Airlines, from $517.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lexington 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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