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$91+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (ILM - DTW)

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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — DTW
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Detroit (DTW). 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 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$195
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$91
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$572
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 5/169:45 amILM - DTW
1 stop13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/184:11 pmDTW - ILM
1 stop22h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$195
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 7/1511:46 amILM - DTW
1 stop9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/1910:13 amDTW - ILM
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 7/157:00 amILM - DTW
1 stop15h 17mDelta
Thu 7/172:00 pmDTW - ILM
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Deal found 2/20$338
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/66:00 amILM - DTW
2 stops16h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/115:57 pmDTW - ILM
2 stops29h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$478

Find flights from Wilmington to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Detroit 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 20, 2025.

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Wilmington

Fly to

Detroit

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Depart

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Price

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/16

9:45 am-10:49 pm

1 stop13h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/18

4:11 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$195

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 7/15

11:46 am-9:07 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/19

10:13 am-6:24 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$269

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 7/15

7:00 am-10:17 pm

1 stop15h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/17

2:00 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$338

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 3/6

6:00 am-10:01 pm

2 stops16h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/11

5:57 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops29h 54m

$478

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 3/24

4:05 pm-9:59 am

1 stop17h 54m

$91

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 3/24

6:11 pm-12:12 am

1 stop6h 01m

$299

WilmingtonDetroit

ILM - DTW

ILMDTW

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 3/24

6:00 am-10:08 am

2 stops28h 08m

$354

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Deals found on 2/20

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

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Travel insights for flights from Wilmington to Detroit

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 ILM to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,220 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from $269. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $338, and United Airlines, from $478. You may be able to fly from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to Detroit 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 Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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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