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$45+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Wilmington (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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — ILM
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in August or June, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/307:35 pm
BWI
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 21m
Avelo Airlines
Sun 5/35:30 pm
ILM
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 20m
Avelo Airlines
Deal found 2/2$89
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/197:33 pm
BWI
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 27m
Avelo Airlines
Sun 3/225:25 pm
ILM
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 23m
Avelo Airlines
Deal found 2/2$116
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/267:33 pm
BWI
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 27m
Avelo Airlines
Sun 3/295:25 pm
ILM
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 23m
Avelo Airlines
Deal found 2/2$123
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/117:35 pm
BWI
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 21m
Avelo Airlines
Sun 6/145:30 pm
ILM
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 20m
Avelo Airlines
Deal found 2/1$148
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/307:30 pm
BWI
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 21m
Avelo Airlines
Sun 8/25:25 pm
ILM
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 20m
Avelo Airlines
Deal found 1/31$151
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/127:33 pm
BWI
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 27m
Avelo Airlines
Sun 2/155:25 pm
ILM
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 23m
Avelo Airlines
Deal found 1/31$160
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 2/256:00 am
BWI
-
ILM
1 stop4h 53m
American Airlines
Sat 2/288:28 pm
ILM
-
BWI
1 stop3h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/31$221
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 3/267:33 pm
BWI
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/296:37 pm
ILM
-
BWI
3 stops29h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/47:15 am
BWI
-
ILM
1 stop6h 17m
Delta
Wed 3/112:23 pm
ILM
-
BWI
1 stop6h 04m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$254
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 6/187:30 pm
BWI
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 21m
Avelo Airlines
Sun 6/219:40 pm
ILM
-
BWI
2 stops17h 09m
Avelo Airlines
Deal found 2/2$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Thu 4/308:09 am
IAD
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ILM
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/35:01 pm
ILM
-
IAD
1 stop14h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/48:20 am
DCA
-
ILM
Nonstop1h 42m
American Airlines
Wed 3/1110:32 am
ILM
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$309

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$89
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$45
(Booking.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$88 or less

Good one-way deal

$29 or less
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Wilmington New Hanover County
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One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Wilmington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/18

7:30 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/21

5:25 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$89

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/30

7:35 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/3

5:30 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$89

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 3/12

7:33 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 3/15

5:25 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$123

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 3/26

7:33 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 3/29

5:25 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$123

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/11

7:35 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/14

5:30 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$148

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 7/30

7:30 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 8/2

5:25 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$151

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 3/26

7:33 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 3/29

6:37 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops29h 22m

$251

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/4

7:15 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 3/11

2:23 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$254

Washington, D.C.Wilmington

IAD - ILM

IADILM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/30

8:09 am-9:29 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/3

5:01 pm-7:27 am

1 stop14h 26m

$267

Washington, D.C.Wilmington

DCA - ILM

DCAILM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/4

8:20 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 3/11

10:32 am-11:59 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$309

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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 Washington, D.C. to Wilmington in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Washington, D.C.-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Wilmington flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Wilmington

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wilmington from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington (average of $31). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $128). 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 WAS to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 February 3, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to ILM are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

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 February 3, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington, such as Avelo Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Avelo Airlines
7.6
Good

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 7
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

USA - ROC

The Customer Service department, particularly the baggage claim process, needs significant improvement. Currently, this department is only accessible via email, which makes resolving urgent issues difficult and frustrating. On December 8th, while traveling from Rochester, NY to Concord, NC, my elderly parent’s walker was never boarded onto the aircraft. This caused considerable frustration, stress, and disappointment during our travel. A mobility aid such as a walker is not optional—it is essential for my parent’s safety and independence. The failure to properly handle this item created a serious and avoidable issue. This situation significantly impacted our travel experience and highlights the need for better communication, accountability, and handling of mobility assistance devices. I hope this matter is taken seriously and that improvements are made to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Avelo Airlines
7.6
Good
Avelo Airlines
7.6
Good

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 7
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

USA - ROC

The Customer Service department, particularly the baggage claim process, needs significant improvement. Currently, this department is only accessible via email, which makes resolving urgent issues difficult and frustrating. On December 8th, while traveling from Rochester, NY to Concord, NC, my elderly parent’s walker was never boarded onto the aircraft. This caused considerable frustration, stress, and disappointment during our travel. A mobility aid such as a walker is not optional—it is essential for my parent’s safety and independence. The failure to properly handle this item created a serious and avoidable issue. This situation significantly impacted our travel experience and highlights the need for better communication, accountability, and handling of mobility assistance devices. I hope this matter is taken seriously and that improvements are made to prevent similar incidents in the future.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,212 reviews
Avelo Airlines
7.6
Good

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 7
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

USA - ROC

The Customer Service department, particularly the baggage claim process, needs significant improvement. Currently, this department is only accessible via email, which makes resolving urgent issues difficult and frustrating. On December 8th, while traveling from Rochester, NY to Concord, NC, my elderly parent’s walker was never boarded onto the aircraft. This caused considerable frustration, stress, and disappointment during our travel. A mobility aid such as a walker is not optional—it is essential for my parent’s safety and independence. The failure to properly handle this item created a serious and avoidable issue. This situation significantly impacted our travel experience and highlights the need for better communication, accountability, and handling of mobility assistance devices. I hope this matter is taken seriously and that improvements are made to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington. 2 airlines have flights to New Hanover County from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington New Hanover County should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

    For as low as $89, Avelo Airlines can have you in Wilmington from Washington, D.C. in 1h 21m. Washington, D.C. and Wilmington are separated by a distance of 345 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington round-trip?

    Avelo Airlines, at $32, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. These flights start at 90% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

    When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Wilmington New Hanover County, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Wilmington New Hanover County or Baltimore/Washington - Wilmington New Hanover County as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington (average of $31). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $128). 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 Washington, D.C. to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$32Average$80FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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