Wilmington

$68+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ILM
Nov 4 — Nov 111
1 adult
Mon 11/4
Mon 11/11
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The best prices from Chicago to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in August or April, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 October 30, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$228
(Delta)

One-way from

$68
(Trip.com)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Wilmington New Hanover County flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Wilmington New Hanover County flights.
High demand for flights, 41% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 33% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Wilmington New Hanover County
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Wilmington New Hanover County

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/117:30 amORD - ILM
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Wed 12/1811:22 amILM - ORD
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Deal found 10/30$228
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/116:00 amMDW - ILM
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Wed 12/184:47 pmILM - MDW
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 10/29$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 11/198:43 amORD - ILM
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/265:09 amILM - ORD
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$288
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/128:20 amORD - ILM
1 stop11h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/164:11 pmILM - ORD
3 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/127:20 amORD - ILM
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/166:00 amILM - ORD
1 stop5h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$345

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Chicago O'Hare IntlWilmington New Hanover County

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/11

1 stop7h 30m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/18

1 stop6h 11m

$228

Chicago MidwayWilmington New Hanover County

MDW - ILM

MDWILM

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/11

1 stop6h 47m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/18

1 stop6h 19m

$228

Chicago O'Hare IntlWilmington New Hanover County

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/19

1 stop7h 10m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 11/26

1 stop4h 33m

$288

Chicago O'Hare IntlWilmington New Hanover County

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/12

1 stop11h 24m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 12/16

3 stops24h 55m

$302

Chicago O'Hare IntlWilmington New Hanover County

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/12

1 stop5h 21m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 12/16

1 stop5h 53m

$345

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Deals found on 10/30

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Wilmington in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

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

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Wilmington

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Wilmington including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Wilmington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Wilmington. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Wilmington?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Wilmington (average of $298). Flying from Chicago to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 CHI to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 October 30, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Wilmington is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

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 2.8 - 7.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Wilmington when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 October 30, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Wilmington, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,836 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

8.0
Very good
8,836 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,836 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,836 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,836 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 4.3 mi from the city center, Wilmington New Hanover County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Wilmington from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to New Hanover County (ILM) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Wilmington for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Wilmington for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $228, but on average you can expect to pay $278.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Wilmington for under $600?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Chicago to Wilmington within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Wilmington round-trip?

    Currently priced at $228, Delta will fly you from Chicago to Wilmington and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $288 and $345, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Wilmington one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $222 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $247 and United Airlines from $268 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Wilmington?

    Before booking your flight to Wilmington from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (100%), United Airlines (100%), Air New Zealand( 100%).

  • What does ORD to ILM mean?

    ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, while ILM stands for Wilmington New Hanover County Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Wilmington that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Wilmington flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Wilmington with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Wilmington flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Wilmington that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Wilmington offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Wilmington?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Wilmington flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Wilmington flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Wilmington flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/30.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Wilmington?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Wilmington (average of $298). Flying from Chicago to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Wilmington

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$197Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$284Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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