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$199+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Wilmington (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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — ILM
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

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$199
(American Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$293
From Columbus to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/248:23 amCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/2510:27 amILM - CMH
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/132:49 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop21h 31mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/164:46 pmILM - CMH
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/187:00 amCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/226:00 amILM - CMH
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/256:15 amCMH - ILM
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/291:29 pmILM - CMH
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
jue. 11/278:23 amCMH - ILM
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/212:25 pmILM - CMH
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/21:15 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
dom. 10/56:06 amILM - CMH
1 stop3h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
sáb. 9/132:35 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/275:36 pmILM - CMH
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
vie. 9/191:15 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/222:40 pmILM - CMH
1 stop3h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/126:15 amCMH - ILM
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/131:29 pmILM - CMH
1 stop3h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
vie. 9/261:41 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
dom. 9/286:32 pmILM - CMH
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$313

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Wilmington

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Depart

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Price

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

mié. 12/24

8:23 am-12:31 pm

1 stop4h 08m

Wilmington New Hanover County

jue. 12/25

10:27 am-3:37 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$199

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

sáb. 10/18

7:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop4h 24m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mié. 10/22

6:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop4h 49m

$229

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

sáb. 10/18

9:14 am-12:31 pm

1 stop3h 17m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 10/21

2:37 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$229

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

jue. 9/25

6:15 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Wilmington New Hanover County

lun. 9/29

1:29 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$239

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

sáb. 9/27

8:14 am-11:48 am

1 stop3h 34m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mié. 10/1

7:11 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop3h 56m

$239

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

mié. 2/18

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

Wilmington New Hanover County

sáb. 2/21

2:30 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$244

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

jue. 11/27

8:23 am-2:30 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 12/2

12:25 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$244

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

jue. 10/2

1:15 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Wilmington New Hanover County

dom. 10/5

6:06 am-9:55 am

1 stop3h 49m

$259

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

mié. 2/18

10:28 am-6:58 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Wilmington New Hanover County

sáb. 2/21

5:02 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$264

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

mar. 9/16

8:14 am-1:55 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$385

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Wilmington

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport to Wilmington is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Columbus Airport 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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Most people fly into Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) if they book a flight to Wilmington from Columbus. On average, New Hanover County has 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 2 airlines. Wilmington New Hanover County is conveniently located just 4.3 mi from Wilmington’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Wilmington?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Columbus Airport to Wilmington in about 4h 08m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 481 mi between Columbus Airport and Wilmington.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Wilmington is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $183 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $217. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Wilmington for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Wilmington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 2 airlines flying from Columbus to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$183Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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