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$154+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME to Wilmington (PWM - ILM)

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PWM — ILM
Feb 7 — Feb 141
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) 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 January 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$235
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$154
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$249
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 3/186:00 amPWM - ILM
1 stop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/257:16 pmILM - PWM
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/2112:29 pmPWM - ILM
2 stops9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/257:16 pmILM - PWM
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 3/66:00 amPWM - ILM
1 stop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/106:11 pmILM - PWM
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Thu 1/228:40 amPWM - ILM
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/264:26 pmILM - PWM
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/55:30 amPWM - ILM
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Thu 2/126:00 amILM - PWM
2 stops7h 43mDelta
Deal found 1/7$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 1/225:20 amPWM - ILM
2 stops9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/262:00 pmILM - PWM
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 2/215:29 amPWM - ILM
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/2811:06 amILM - PWM
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Wed 3/185:48 pmPWM - ILM
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Wed 3/252:23 pmILM - PWM
2 stops8h 49mDelta
Deal found 1/8$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Wed 1/216:18 pmPWM - ILM
1 stop14h 37mBreeze Airways
Thu 1/225:01 pmILM - PWM
1 stop16h 06mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/8$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 1/157:27 pmPWM - ILM
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/204:26 pmILM - PWM
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Wed 1/215:30 amPWM - ILM
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Thu 1/222:32 pmILM - PWM
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 1/7$307

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 January 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Portland

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Wilmington

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Return

Price

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-10:02 am

1 stop4h 02m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 3/25

7:16 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$235

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Sat 2/21

5:29 am-9:57 am

1 stop4h 28m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 2/25

7:15 am-11:59 am

1 stop4h 44m

$235

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Thu 1/22

8:40 am-3:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/26

4:26 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$267

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Thu 2/5

5:30 am-1:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 2/12

6:00 am-1:43 pm

2 stops7h 43m

$272

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Thu 2/5

12:40 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops8h 09m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 2/12

7:16 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$272

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Thu 1/22

5:20 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/26

2:00 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops8h 54m

$278

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Sat 2/21

5:29 am-9:57 am

1 stop4h 28m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 2/28

11:06 am-6:19 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$289

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Wed 3/18

5:48 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 3/25

2:23 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops8h 49m

$294

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Wed 1/21

6:18 pm-8:55 am

1 stop14h 37m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/22

5:01 pm-9:07 am

1 stop16h 06m

$298

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Thu 3/12

6:00 am-10:02 am

1 stop4h 02m

$154

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

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Wilmington?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Wilmington (average of $58). Flying from Portland, Maine to Wilmington in April is currently the most expensive (average of $97). 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.

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 January 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Portland to Wilmington. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
8,025 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
11,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Wilmington?

    For as low as $235, American Airlines can have you in Wilmington from Portland, Maine in 4h 02m. The distance between Portland, Maine and Wilmington is about 764 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 Portland, Maine to Wilmington round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Portland, Maine to Wilmington is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $199 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $234. Delta is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Wilmington?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Wilmington (average of $58). Flying from Portland, Maine to Wilmington in April is currently the most expensive (average of $97). 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 Portland to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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