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$78+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington (DTW - ILM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — ILM
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$78
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$507
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Flightnetwork 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1210:42 amDTW - ILM
Nonstop1h 53mAvelo Airlines
Sun 6/158:00 amILM - DTW
Nonstop1h 57mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 4/14$115
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1210:42 amDTW - ILM
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/156:33 pmILM - DTW
1 stop13h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$152
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 5/710:05 amDTW - ILM
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Wed 5/146:00 amILM - DTW
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/13$287
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2812:23 pmDTW - ILM
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/76:45 amILM - DTW
1 stop10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$335
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/278:50 amDTW - ILM
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/304:59 pmILM - DTW
3 stops31h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$514

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Wilmington

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DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/12

10:42 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/15

8:00 am-9:57 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$115

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/12

10:42 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/15

6:33 pm-7:49 am

1 stop13h 16m

$152

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/7

10:05 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-11:14 am

1 stop5h 14m

$287

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

12:23 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 5/7

6:45 am-5:20 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$335

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/27

8:50 am-3:24 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 6/30

4:59 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops31h 00m

$514

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/11

8:40 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop25h 12m

$90

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/21

3:58 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$107

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/1

6:09 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$144

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/26

11:43 am-5:22 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$293

DetroitWilmington

DTW - ILM

DTWILM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/1

8:54 am-3:24 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$435

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Deals found on 4/13

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Wilmington 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Wilmington 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit to Wilmington

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 15, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 15, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,918 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,658 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,918 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington is Avelo Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $78 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $287 and $335 round-trip. These flights start at 84% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Avelo Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $107. Users have also found prices from $144 and $293 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$298Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$378Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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