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$87+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to New York, NY (NYC)

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ILM — NYC
Apr 30 — May 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wilmington New Hanover County to New York are usually found in May or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$174
(Delta)

One-way from

$87
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$252

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$152 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Wilmington New Hanover County-New York (NYC) flight deals.
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From Wilmington New Hanover County to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from Wilmington New Hanover County to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Wilmington New Hanover County to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Wilmington New Hanover County to New York (NYC).

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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 6/36:28 pmILM - EWR
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Wed 6/117:05 amEWR - ILM
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/24$174
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/215:05 amILM - EWR
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/287:00 pmEWR - ILM
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$179
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/291:01 pmILM - JFK
1 stop5h 50mJetBlue
Tue 6/37:30 amJFK - ILM
1 stop4h 36mJetBlue
Deal found 4/25$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Fri 5/235:00 pmILM - LGA
Nonstop1h 44mDelta
Mon 5/269:08 amLGA - ILM
Nonstop1h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/25$189
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/236:30 amILM - LGA
1 stop16h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/305:54 amLGA - ILM
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$193
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Fri 5/303:17 pmILM - JFK
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/106:30 amJFK - ILM
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$194
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/157:18 pmILM - EWR
1 stop15h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/195:15 amEWR - ILM
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Fri 5/236:45 amILM - LGA
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/266:10 amLGA - ILM
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$222
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 6/1010:24 amILM - JFK
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Wed 6/118:30 amJFK - ILM
1 stop5h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/24$225
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Tue 6/105:10 pmILM - EWR
1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/249:59 pmEWR - ILM
Nonstop2h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Wed 7/304:59 pmILM - LGA
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/117:20 amLGA - ILM
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$277
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Thu 11/64:44 pmILM - SWF
2 stops19h 00mBreeze Airways
Sun 11/911:33 amSWF - ILM
1 stop20h 57mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/24$605

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WilmingtonNewark

ILM - EWR

ILMEWR

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 6/3

6:28 pm-1:07 am

1 stop6h 39m

Newark

Wed 6/11

7:05 am-1:43 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$174

WilmingtonNewark

ILM - EWR

ILMEWR

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 5/21

5:05 am-9:48 am

1 stop4h 43m

Newark

Wed 5/28

7:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$179

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - JFK

ILMJFK

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 5/29

1:01 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop5h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/3

7:30 am-12:06 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$189

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/23

5:00 pm-6:44 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/26

9:08 am-11:06 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$189

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/23

6:30 am-11:24 pm

1 stop16h 54m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/30

5:54 am-5:57 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$193

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - JFK

ILMJFK

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/30

3:17 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 38m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/10

6:30 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 07m

$194

WilmingtonNewark

ILM - EWR

ILMEWR

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 5/15

7:18 pm-11:04 am

1 stop15h 46m

Newark

Mon 5/19

5:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 30m

$213

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - LGA

ILMLGA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/23

6:45 am-8:25 am

Nonstop1h 40m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/30

12:59 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$222

WilmingtonNew York

ILM - JFK

ILMJFK

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 6/10

10:24 am-6:05 pm

1 stop7h 41m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/11

8:30 am-1:43 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$225

WilmingtonNewark

ILM - EWR

ILMEWR

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 6/10

5:10 pm-1:06 am

1 stop7h 56m

Newark

Tue 6/24

9:59 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$244

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Wilmington to New York in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice 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-New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wilmington-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-New York flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-New York 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 New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wilmington to New York. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Wilmington to New York is 85 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 York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to New York (average of $236). Flying from Wilmington to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 25, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Wilmington to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Wilmington to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Wilmington to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 25, 2025.

The most flights from ILM to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in New York by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 York. Reviews last updated April 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Delta and Qatar Airways from Wilmington to New York to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wilmington to New York?

    If you book a flight to New York from Wilmington, you will be flying from New Hanover County, which is the city’s only airport. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Wilmington. There are 6 flights from New Hanover County to New York per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Wilmington to New York round-trip from $174. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $179, and JetBlue, from $189. Delta is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $103 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and Delta, with prices starting from $105 and $139, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Wilmington to New York?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to New York (average of $236). Flying from Wilmington to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 Wilmington to New York

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$159Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$160Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$193Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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