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$126+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Wilmington (ILM)

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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — ILM
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 April 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$222
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$126
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$361
From Columbus to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/155:49 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/196:29 pmILM - CMH
1 stop16h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$222
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1912:50 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 05mDelta
Sat 7/267:00 amILM - CMH
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/23$229
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 5/75:57 pmCMH - ILM
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1011:38 amILM - CMH
1 stop3h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$239
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/188:50 amCMH - ILM
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/254:59 pmILM - CMH
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$354
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1512:22 pmCMH - ILM
2 stops20h 43mBreeze Airways
Sun 5/183:18 pmILM - CMH
1 stop4h 34mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/23$635

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Wilmington that are best for you.

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ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

Thu 5/15

5:49 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop23h 56m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 5/19

6:29 pm-11:27 am

1 stop16h 58m

$222

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

Fri 6/27

5:08 pm-12:17 am

1 stop7h 09m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/29

6:00 pm-12:39 am

1 stop6h 39m

$229

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

Wed 5/7

5:57 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 5/10

11:38 am-3:24 pm

1 stop3h 46m

$239

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

Thu 5/15

12:22 pm-9:05 am

2 stops20h 43m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/18

3:18 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$626

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

Sat 7/19

7:45 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops19h 39m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 7/25

4:59 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$630

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-9:42 am

1 stop3h 42m

$126

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

Wed 5/14

6:14 am-10:50 am

2 stops28h 36m

$131

ColumbusWilmington

CMH - ILM

CMHILM

Columbus

Wed 5/7

1:07 pm-10:06 am

3 stops20h 59m

$400

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Deals found on 4/23

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Wilmington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Wilmington

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Columbus to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 CMH to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 April 24, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus to Wilmington is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 23% 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 April 24, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Delta and United Airlines from Columbus to Wilmington have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

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!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

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!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

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!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

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

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    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 Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to New Hanover County (ILM) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 2 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($229), American Airlines ($239), and Breeze Airways ($626) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Wilmington. Delta is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Columbus to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 Columbus to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$198Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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