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$185+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to New Orleans (ILM - MSY)

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 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — MSY
Jul 19 — Jul 261
Sat 7/19
Sat 7/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wilmington New Hanover County to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or May, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to New Orleans (MSY). 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 July 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$319
(Delta)

One-way from

$185
(Delta)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$344
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 9/302:36 pmILM - MSY
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Sat 10/45:34 amMSY - ILM
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Deal found 7/14$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 9/3010:27 amILM - MSY
2 stops7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/412:19 pmMSY - ILM
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/13$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Mon 7/144:59 pmILM - MSY
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/177:00 amMSY - ILM
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/13$389
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Sun 8/109:46 amILM - MSY
2 stops23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/175:20 amMSY - ILM
1 stop7h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13$432
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/218:05 pmILM - MSY
2 stops23h 21mBreeze Airways
Thu 9/254:40 pmMSY - ILM
1 stop14h 50mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/14$563

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to New Orleans 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 July 14, 2025.
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WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 9/30

2:36 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop4h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/4

5:34 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 21m

$319

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 9/30

10:27 am-5:24 pm

2 stops7h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/4

12:19 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$324

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 8/10

9:46 am-8:05 am

2 stops23h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/17

5:20 am-1:38 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$432

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 7/29

4:59 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/2

6:00 am-2:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$550

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 9/21

8:05 pm-6:26 pm

2 stops23h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/25

4:40 pm-8:30 am

1 stop14h 50m

$563

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 7/23

2:30 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$185

WilmingtonNew Orleans

ILM - MSY

ILMMSY

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 7/23

4:59 pm-4:13 pm

2 stops24h 14m

$636

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wilmington to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on July 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Wilmington to New Orleans is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Wilmington to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Wilmington to New Orleans in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Wilmington to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Wilmington to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Wilmington to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated July 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Breeze Airways, and United Airlines from Wilmington to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
187 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans round-trip?

    Delta, at $319, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wilmington to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is currently priced 15% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to New Orleans?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to New Orleans 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 New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Wilmington to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 2 airlines flying from Wilmington to New Orleans

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$179Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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