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£395+ Cheap flights to Wilmington

— ILM
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Wilmington in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Wilmington

Mon 2/1107:30 -
2 stops21h 14m
Mon 16/1112:02 -
2 stops17h 48m
Deal found 14/9£696
Tue 10/1108:55 -
2 stops19h 07m
Thu 19/1114:28 -
1 stop10h 57m
Deal found 17/9£697
Sun 1/1111:05 -
2 stops53h 17m
Sun 8/1112:05 -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 16/9£703
Wed 7/1006:50 -
2 stops21h 09m
Sun 11/1012:45 -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 17/9£704
Tue 10/1116:45 -
2 stops27h 10m
Thu 19/1111:03 -
1 stop15h 17m
Deal found 16/9£705
Mon 2/1110:00 -
2 stops16h 56m
Mon 16/1114:28 -
2 stops13h 22m
Deal found 14/9£753
Wed 11/1119:40 -
2 stops31h 12m
Sun 15/1116:12 -
2 stops45h 48m
Deal found 17/9£762
Mon 19/1010:00 -
2 stops28h 37m
Mon 26/1017:49 -
2 stops18h 46m
Deal found 14/9£783
Mon 19/1014:00 -
1 stop25h 41m
Mon 26/1020:43 -
2 stops30h 07m
Deal found 14/9£844
Sat 31/1010:00 -
2 stops15h 56m
Sat 7/1116:25 -
2 stops42h 20m
Deal found 16/9£875
Sat 31/1008:40 -
2 stops17h 16m
Sat 7/1116:25 -
2 stops15h 50m
Deal found 16/9£891
Sun 1/1112:35 -
1 stop13h 32m
Sun 8/1120:06 -
2 stops32h 39m
Deal found 16/9£988

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Return from

£696

One-way from

£395

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£491
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 2/11-16/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 32m total
  • London to Wilmington
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/1-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 49m total
  • London to Wilmington
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LondonWilmington

LGW London Gatwick - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

LGWILM

London Gatwick

Fri 22/1

12:35-09:01

3 stops49h 26m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£396

LondonWilmington

LHR London Heathrow - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Fri 22/1

15:10-23:59

1 stop13h 49m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£398

LondonWilmington

LGW London Gatwick - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

LGWILM

London Gatwick

Sun 1/11

09:35-10:41

3 stops54h 06m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£416

LondonWilmington

LHR London Heathrow - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Mon 2/11

07:30-10:41

2 stops32h 11m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£419

LondonWilmington

LGW London Gatwick - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

LGWILM

London Gatwick

Tue 3/11

21:10-21:07

3 stops52h 57m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£427

LondonWilmington

LHR London Heathrow - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Mon 2/11

08:00-11:22

1 stop32h 22m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£483

LondonWilmington

LHR London Heathrow - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Fri 22/1

12:25-09:01

3 stops49h 36m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£489

LondonWilmington

LGW London Gatwick - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

LGWILM

London Gatwick

Mon 2/11

11:55-10:41

2 stops27h 46m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£492
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LondonWilmington

LHR London Heathrow - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Fri 22/1

14:10-21:41

1 stop12h 31m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£529

LondonWilmington

LCY London City - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

LCYILM

London City

Fri 22/1

09:20-23:04

2 stops18h 44m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£535

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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 21 hours 49 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 and Virgin Atlantic.

British Airways
British Airways
From £608
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From £380
JetBlue
JetBlue
From £475
American Airlines
American Airlines
From £952

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Wilmington?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Wilmington are Virgin Atlantic and British Airways.

Rainfall in Wilmington 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

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

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Atlantic,Aer Lingus, andJetBlue 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.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
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Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
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Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,767 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
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Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,034 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
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Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,229 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

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, Virgin Atlantic 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, Aberdeen Dyce offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 49 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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