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$239+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Wilmington (SDF - ILM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — ILM
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Sun 12/147:44 pmSDF - ILM
1 stop25h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/193:17 pmILM - SDF
1 stop8h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 11/246:45 amSDF - ILM
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/16:09 pmILM - SDF
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/15$289
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Mon 11/249:23 amSDF - ILM
1 stop13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/17:01 pmILM - SDF
2 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/15$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/306:03 amSDF - ILM
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/48:22 pmILM - SDF
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/17$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 11/264:59 pmSDF - ILM
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/305:00 amILM - SDF
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$339
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/1511:55 amSDF - ILM
1 stop7h 52mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/198:27 pmILM - SDF
2 stops23h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 11/2111:19 amSDF - ILM
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/234:11 pmILM - SDF
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/17$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 11/2111:00 amSDF - ILM
2 stops12h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/234:25 pmILM - SDF
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/296:03 amSDF - ILM
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:05 amILM - SDF
1 stop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/17$429

Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 November 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$239
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$363
Provider with most accurate pricing for Louisville Intl-Wilmington New Hanover County flight deals.
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From Louisville Intl to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 34% potential increase in price ($185 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Wilmington that are best for you.

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LouisvilleWilmington

SDF - ILM

SDFILM

Louisville Intl

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-11:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 2/21

4:17 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop4h 08m

$239

LouisvilleWilmington

SDF - ILM

SDFILM

Louisville Intl

Fri 2/27

3:49 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 3/1

5:12 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$249

LouisvilleWilmington

SDF - ILM

SDFILM

Louisville Intl

Wed 1/28

5:35 am-9:38 am

1 stop4h 03m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 2/1

2:32 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$249

LouisvilleWilmington

SDF - ILM

SDFILM

Louisville Intl

Wed 1/28

4:32 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 2/1

2:00 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$254

LouisvilleWilmington

SDF - ILM

SDFILM

Louisville Intl

Sun 12/14

7:44 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop25h 11m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/19

3:17 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$284

LouisvilleWilmington

SDF - ILM

SDFILM

Louisville Intl

Mon 12/15

11:55 am-7:47 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 12/19

3:17 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$308

LouisvilleWilmington

SDF - ILM

SDFILM

Louisville Intl

Wed 2/18

7:50 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 2/21

12:49 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops8h 28m

$314

LouisvilleWilmington

SDF - ILM

SDFILM

Louisville Intl

Tue 12/30

6:03 am-9:54 am

1 stop3h 51m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 1/4

8:22 pm-12:16 am

1 stop3h 54m

$338

LouisvilleWilmington

SDF - ILM

SDFILM

Louisville Intl

Wed 1/28

1:55 pm-10:20 pm

3 stops32h 25m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 2/1

5:34 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops19h 26m

$364

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/16

Compare providers for flights from Louisville 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 Louisville to Wilmington in November.
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 Louisville-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Louisville-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Louisville-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-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 Louisville-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 Louisville to Wilmington

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wilmington from Louisville with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to Wilmington

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Wilmington (average of $58). Flying from Louisville to Wilmington in January is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 SDF to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 18, 2025.

When flying from Louisville to Wilmington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Louisville to Wilmington by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

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
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

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
11,045 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

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 Louisville to Wilmington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Louisville to Wilmington?

    A quick flight from Louisville to Wilmington can take about 5h 17m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $249. The distance between Louisville and Wilmington is about 513 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($248), and Delta ($248) offers the cheapest pricing from Louisville to Wilmington. You may be able to fly from Louisville to Wilmington for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Wilmington (average of $58). Flying from Louisville to Wilmington in January is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 2 airlines flying from Louisville to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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