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$144+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME to Wilmington (PWM - ILM)

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PWM — ILM
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Sun 2/23
Sun 3/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Portland to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in November or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) 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 February 18, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$430
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/145:20 pmPWM - ILM
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/188:00 amILM - PWM
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/17$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 5/76:00 amPWM - ILM
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Wed 5/145:40 pmILM - PWM
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/17$284
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 4/35:23 pmPWM - ILM
1 stop27h 06mBreeze Airways
Sun 4/63:45 pmILM - PWM
1 stop19h 56mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/17$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/44:04 pmPWM - ILM
2 stops23h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/84:15 pmILM - PWM
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/17$463

Find flights from Portland to Wilmington within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Wilmington 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 18, 2025.

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Portland

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PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Fri 3/14

5:20 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 3/18

8:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$249

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop5h 37m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 5/14

5:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$284

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Thu 4/3

5:23 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop27h 06m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 4/6

3:45 pm-11:41 am

1 stop19h 56m

$311

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Tue 3/4

4:04 pm-3:31 pm

2 stops23h 27m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 3/8

4:15 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$463

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Fri 7/4

5:59 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$144

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Thu 7/3

8:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$179

PortlandWilmington

PWM - ILM

PWMILM

Portland

Thu 7/3

3:14 pm-2:15 pm

3 stops23h 01m

$392

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Deals found on 2/18

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

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Wilmington

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Wilmington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Portland, Maine to Wilmington, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Wilmington?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Portland, Maine 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 PWM to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 February 18, 2025.

When flying from Portland, Maine to Wilmington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight at noon.

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 February 18, 2025.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

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!

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

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!

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,249 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

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!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,779 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

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!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

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 Portland to Wilmington. 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 Portland, Maine to Wilmington round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Portland, Maine to Wilmington is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $249 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Breeze Airways, starting at $284 and $311 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Wilmington one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $144. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Breeze Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Portland, Maine to Wilmington for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Wilmington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Portland, Maine 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 2 airlines flying from Portland to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Wilmington. 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 February 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$182Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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