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$169+ 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — ILM
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$169
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$513
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. 9% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($20 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 July 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/21:03 pmLEX - ILM
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Sat 9/66:00 amILM - LEX
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Deal found 7/28$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/24:04 pmLEX - ILM
2 stops7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/610:27 amILM - LEX
1 stop3h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/25:48 pmLEX - ILM
2 stops29h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/63:12 pmILM - LEX
2 stops8h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$647

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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 July 29, 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

Tue 9/2

10:19 am-1:50 pm

1 stop3h 31m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 9/6

6:00 am-9:34 am

1 stop3h 34m

$297

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 9/2

4:04 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops7h 04m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 9/6

10:27 am-2:05 pm

1 stop3h 38m

$302

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 9/2

5:48 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops29h 21m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 9/6

3:12 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$647

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 8/26

7:10 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$169

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 9/30

10:37 am-11:24 pm

2 stops12h 47m

$204

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Deals found on 7/27

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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 July 29, 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.

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 July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Lexington to Wilmington have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,977 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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 $297. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $302, and United Airlines, from $647. Users have found that Delta is 10% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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