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$111+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Reagan-National (DCA)

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — DCA
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wilmington New Hanover County to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National are usually found in April or January, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Reagan-National

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Reagan-National (DCA). 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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$197
(Delta)

One-way from

$111
(JetBlue)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$291

Good round-trip deal

$283 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Fri 5/24:00 pmILM - DCA
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Tue 5/66:00 amDCA - ILM
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/14$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sat 7/54:04 pmILM - DCA
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/88:19 amDCA - ILM
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$261
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sat 7/54:59 pmILM - DCA
1 stop15h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/86:00 amDCA - ILM
2 stops9h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$691

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport that are best for you.

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Wilmington

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Reagan-National

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Price

WilmingtonWashington, D.C.

ILM - DCA

ILMDCA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/2

4:00 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-11:34 am

1 stop5h 34m

$197

WilmingtonWashington, D.C.

ILM - DCA

ILMDCA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 7/5

4:04 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/8

5:37 pm-7:07 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$261

WilmingtonWashington, D.C.

ILM - DCA

ILMDCA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 7/5

4:59 pm-8:57 am

1 stop15h 58m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/8

4:05 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops23h 19m

$691

WilmingtonWashington, D.C.

ILM - DCA

ILMDCA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 5/13

12:35 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$111

WilmingtonWashington, D.C.

ILM - DCA

ILMDCA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 7/12

10:33 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$146

WilmingtonWashington, D.C.

ILM - DCA

ILMDCA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-6:59 pm

2 stops12h 59m

$227

WilmingtonWashington, D.C.

ILM - DCA

ILMDCA

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 7/13

4:59 pm-9:57 am

1 stop16h 58m

$329

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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

Booking 10 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. 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 Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to Reagan-National. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Wilmington to Reagan-National. 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 15, 2025.

The most flights from ILM to DCA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Reagan-National

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reagan-National. 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 Reagan-National. Reviews last updated April 15, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,656 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from New Hanover County; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Wilmington airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. It is only a 4.3 mi journey to New Hanover County (ILM) from Wilmington’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip?

    Delta, at $197, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $111. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are American Airlines (70%), PSA Airlines (70%) and Alaska Airlines (57%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is $125. On average you can expect to pay $279. The most popular route, (Wilmington New Hanover County - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $197.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to Reagan-National that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to Reagan-National?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Wilmington to Reagan-National?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Wilmington to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 airline flying from Wilmington to Reagan-National

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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