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.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Wilmington?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Wilmington is currently November ; with July being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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, British Airways 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, Edinburgh Turnhouse offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 30 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. Pilot’s Pad is the closest property to Wilmington New Hanover County (1.0 mi away from Wilmington New Hanover County).

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.

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Wed 7/508:55LHR - ILM

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Deal found 29/4£555

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Deal found 29/4£584

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Deal found 29/4£585

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Deal found 29/4£867

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Deal found 29/4£910

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2 stops12h 59mUnited Airlines

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Deal found 29/4£1,198

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Fri 11/714:41ILM - LHR

1 stop11h 04mLufthansa

Deal found 29/4£1,198

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2 stops19h 05mBritish Airways

Deal found 29/4£867

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Wed 7/508:55LHR - ILM

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Wed 14/515:17ILM - LHR

2 stops11h 58mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 29/4£555

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Wed 14/514:19ILM - LHR

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Deal found 29/4£584

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Wed 14/518:30ILM - LHR

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Deal found 29/4£585

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Deal found 29/4£653

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Sun 11/514:00LGW - ILM

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08:25-10:31

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Wilmington New Hanover County

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11:25-09:30

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13:05-21:49

1 stop13h 44m

Wilmington New Hanover County

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£608

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13:30-22:32

1 stop14h 02m

Wilmington New Hanover County

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16:26-08:05

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12:30-20:38

1 stop13h 08m

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16:37-11:10

1 stop13h 33m

£614

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08:40-00:17

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Wilmington New Hanover County

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12:30-22:17

1 stop14h 47m

Wilmington New Hanover County

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19:51-12:30

1 stop11h 39m

£755

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London City

Sat 14/6

08:10-22:17

2 stops19h 07m

Wilmington New Hanover County

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12:35-12:40

2 stops19h 05m

£867

LondonWilmington

LHR - ILM

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Mon 7/7

08:55-22:58

2 stops43h 03m

Wilmington New Hanover County

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10:23-06:45

2 stops15h 22m

£910

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LHR - ILM

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Wed 3/9

07:05-00:02

3 stops21h 57m

Wilmington New Hanover County

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10:20-16:00

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LHR - ILM

LHRILM

London Heathrow

Wed 2/7

12:00-22:30

1 stop15h 30m

Wilmington New Hanover County

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14:41-06:45

1 stop11h 04m

£1,198

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When is the best time to book a flight to Wilmington?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Wilmington, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Wilmington?

On average, a flight from London to Wilmington takes 16 hours 2 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 Finnair, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic.

Finnair

From £760

British Airways

From £606

Virgin Atlantic

From £723

American Airlines

From £837

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Wilmington?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Wilmington are British Airways, United Airlines and KLM.

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

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Air France and Virgin Atlantic 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

7,934 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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7,934 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Air France

7.4

Good

1,446 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,934 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Virgin Atlantic

7.4

Good

642 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,934 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Scandinavian Airlines

7.3

Good

1,349 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,934 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,934 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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, British Airways 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, Edinburgh Turnhouse offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 30 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. Pilot’s Pad is the closest property to Wilmington New Hanover County (1.0 mi away from Wilmington New Hanover County).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Wilmington

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FAQs about flying to Wilmington

Getting around Wilmington

When is the best time to fly to Wilmington?

What airport do you fly into for flights to Wilmington?

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

What is the best airline to fly to Wilmington?

Where does the fastest flight to Wilmington depart from?

Does Wilmington New Hanover County have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Wilmington New Hanover County?

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