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$117+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Wilmington (ILM)

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CHI — ILM
dic. 23 — dic. 301
lun. 12/23
lun. 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in August or April, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 diciembre 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$228
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$190
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$358
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 18, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
vie. 12/208:05 amORD - ILM
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
dom. 1/126:44 amILM - ORD
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
lun. 12/236:00 amORD - ILM
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
mié. 1/86:00 amILM - ORD
2 stops13h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$573
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
jue. 12/268:14 pmORD - ILM
3 stops23h 18mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/294:19 pmILM - ORD
1 stop9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$639
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
vie. 12/275:03 pmMDW - ILM
1 stop5h 56mDelta
sáb. 1/45:25 pmILM - MDW
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/17$788
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
sáb. 12/289:55 amORD - ILM
2 stops11h 15mDelta
sáb. 1/46:00 amILM - ORD
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/18$1,097

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ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 1/17

4:30 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Wilmington New Hanover County

lun. 1/20

8:34 pm-12:09 am

1 stop4h 35m

$228

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 1/24

7:26 am-8:22 pm

1 stop11h 56m

Wilmington New Hanover County

vie. 1/31

6:59 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$244

ChicagoWilmington

MDW - ILM

MDWILM

Chicago Midway

mié. 2/26

10:57 am-6:13 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Wilmington New Hanover County

dom. 3/2

6:59 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$263

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/5

5:13 pm-10:23 am

1 stop16h 10m

Wilmington New Hanover County

lun. 3/10

6:25 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$327

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 1/11

4:08 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Wilmington New Hanover County

mar. 1/14

1:21 pm-7:36 am

2 stops19h 15m

$382

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/2

6:05 am-8:44 pm

1 stop13h 39m

$117

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/18

6:06 am-3:52 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$190

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 1/15

11:05 am-6:06 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$233

ChicagoWilmington

ORD - ILM

ORDILM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/16

6:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$268

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Deals found on 12/18

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Chicago-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-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 Chicago-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 Chicago to Wilmington

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Wilmington

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Wilmington. 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 Chicago to Wilmington?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 diciembre 18, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Wilmington is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

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 diciembre 18, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Wilmington, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Chicago to Wilmington. 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 into for flights to Wilmington from Chicago?

    Located just 4.3 mi from the city center, Wilmington New Hanover County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Wilmington from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to New Hanover County (ILM) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 3 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $228, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Wilmington and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $263 and $382, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $190 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $233 and United Airlines from $268 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Wilmington?

    On average you can expect to pay $389 for a flight from Chicago to Wilmington. The cheapest flight overall is $352 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Wilmington New Hanover County) is currently priced at $228.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Wilmington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Chicago 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Wilmington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 diciembre 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$197Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$284Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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