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£405+ Cheap flights to Wilmington

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 26/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ILM
2 May — 9 May1
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Wilmington in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 2 April 2026.

Mon 29/612:20
LGW
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ILM
1 stop32h 32m
JetBlue
Thu 16/716:30
ILM
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LGW
1 stop12h 05m
JetBlue
Deal found 1/4£549
Thu 4/612:20
LGW
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ILM
1 stop30h 06m
JetBlue
Tue 9/614:22
ILM
-
LGW
1 stop14h 13m
JetBlue
Deal found 2/4£558
Tue 28/408:15
LHR
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ILM
2 stops34h 18m
JetBlue
Tue 5/514:28
ILM
-
LHR
1 stop11h 02m
JetBlue
Deal found 29/3£613
Tue 28/413:50
LHR
-
ILM
2 stops14h 54m
United Airlines
Tue 5/517:01
ILM
-
LHR
2 stops12h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/3£682
Fri 4/918:05
LHR
-
ILM
2 stops25h 34m
American Airlines
Sun 13/918:34
ILM
-
LHR
1 stop31h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 30/3£697
Tue 28/409:15
LHR
-
ILM
1 stop14h 20m
British Airways
Tue 5/519:34
ILM
-
LHR
1 stop12h 16m
British Airways
Deal found 29/3£701
Fri 4/908:40
LHR
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ILM
1 stop11h 55m
JetBlue
Sun 13/914:45
ILM
-
LHR
1 stop10h 45m
JetBlue
Deal found 30/3£710
Thu 24/916:20
LHR
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ILM
2 stops32h 09m
British Airways
Mon 28/920:39
ILM
-
LHR
1 stop10h 31m
British Airways
Deal found 30/3£716
Sun 7/614:00
LGW
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ILM
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/614:25
ILM
-
LGW
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3£719
Wed 10/614:00
LGW
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ILM
1 stop35h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/614:25
ILM
-
LGW
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3£722
Mon 8/614:00
LGW
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ILM
1 stop29h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/614:25
ILM
-
LGW
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3£725
Thu 24/915:30
LCY
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ILM
2 stops37h 12m
British Airways
Mon 28/915:05
ILM
-
LCY
2 stops18h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 30/3£752

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Find the latest flights to Wilmington in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 2 April 2026.

Return from

£549

One-way from

£503

Popular in

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Average price

£668
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  • JetBlue
  • 29/6-16/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 37m total
  • London to Wilmington
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  • 15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 38m total
  • London to Wilmington
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LondonWilmington

LGW - ILM

LGWILM

London Gatwick

Mon 29/6

12:20-15:52

1 stop32h 32m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 16/7

16:30-09:35

1 stop12h 05m

£549

LondonWilmington

LGW - ILM

LGWILM

London Gatwick

Thu 4/6

12:20-13:26

1 stop30h 06m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 9/6

14:22-09:35

1 stop14h 13m

£558

LondonWilmington

LHR - ILM

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Tue 28/4

13:50-23:44

2 stops14h 54m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 5/5

17:01-10:40

2 stops12h 39m

£682

LondonWilmington

LHR - ILM

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Tue 28/4

09:15-18:35

1 stop14h 20m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 5/5

19:34-12:50

1 stop12h 16m

£701
Fastest return journey

LondonWilmington

LHR - ILM

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Fri 4/9

08:40-15:35

1 stop11h 55m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 13/9

14:45-06:30

1 stop10h 45m

£710

LondonWilmington

LHR - ILM

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Thu 24/9

07:05-19:29

2 stops17h 24m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 28/9

15:05-07:50

1 stop11h 45m

£719

LondonWilmington

LHR - ILM

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Fri 4/9

06:30-16:59

2 stops15h 29m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 13/9

17:45-14:35

2 stops15h 50m

£743

LondonWilmington

LCY - ILM

LCYILM

London City

Thu 24/9

15:30-23:42

2 stops37h 12m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 28/9

15:05-14:50

2 stops18h 45m

£752

LondonWilmington

LHR - ILM

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Wed 10/6

13:50-23:44

2 stops14h 54m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 24/6

07:30-21:00

2 stops32h 30m

£801

LondonWilmington

LCY - ILM

LCYILM

London City

Sun 7/6

19:00-18:54

2 stops28h 54m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 24/6

15:08-15:15

2 stops19h 07m

£833

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Wilmington

How long is the flight to Wilmington?

On average, a flight from London to Wilmington takes 27 hours 22 minutes. Flights to Wilmington from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Wilmington?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Wilmington are British Airways, American Airlines and Virgin Atlantic.

British Airways
British Airways
From £494
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From £500
American Airlines
American Airlines
From £512
Finnair
Finnair
From £516

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Wilmington?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Wilmington are United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and American Airlines.

Rainfall in Wilmington by month

Plan your trip to Wilmington by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wilmington ranges from 71.0 - 198.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 198.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Wilmington when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in Wilmington by month

Plan your trip to Wilmington by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wilmington, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 2 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Finnair,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines to the United States to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
685 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,533 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,550 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,841 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights

FAQs about flying to Wilmington

Getting around Wilmington

Renting a car is highly recommended, as getting to many of the beaches and plantations won’t be possible without it. Taxis are available, but expensive. However, to reach Cape Fear, cycling is perfectly feasible and Wrightsville Beach is just 10 miles (16 km) away – a manageable bike ride for many people.

  • When is the best time to fly to Wilmington?

    Most people will want to visit during the summer months to take advantage of the long, sandy beaches and outdoor activities. If this is your kind of holiday, then visiting between June and August will be ideal. However, Wilmington can be quite humid and energy sapping in the summer. A visit in March or April would allow you to witness the gorgeous flowers of a North Carolina spring, and may find cheap accommodation available.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Wilmington?

    Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Wilmington.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Wilmington if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Wilmington on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Wilmington?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Wilmington.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Wilmington depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Wilmington, London offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 57 minutes).

  • Does Wilmington New Hanover County have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Wilmington New Hanover County can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Wilmington New Hanover County?

    Yes. Wilmington New Hanover County has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cheryl House - We Love Doggies - Mid Town Location is the closest property to Wilmington New Hanover County (1.0 mi away from Wilmington New Hanover County).

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