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$139+ Cheap flights from Houston to Wilmington (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 6/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ILM
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 17, 2025.

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$139
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May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$385
From Houston to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/76:25 amIAH - ILM
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Wed 5/147:00 amILM - IAH
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Deal found 4/16$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/164:33 pmIAH - ILM
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/203:17 pmILM - IAH
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Tue 5/62:45 pmHOU - ILM
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Tue 5/136:00 amILM - HOU
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/17$344
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 4/238:55 pmIAH - ILM
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/243:45 pmILM - IAH
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$422
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 4/206:05 pmIAH - ILM
2 stops20h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/224:35 pmILM - IAH
1 stop8h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,153
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 4/2010:18 amHOU - ILM
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/224:55 pmILM - HOU
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,341

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Wilmington that are best for you.

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HoustonWilmington

IAH - ILM

IAHILM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/7

6:25 am-4:16 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 5/14

7:00 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$251

HoustonWilmington

IAH - ILM

IAHILM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/16

4:33 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 5/20

3:17 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$255

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/6

2:45 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-9:33 am

1 stop4h 33m

$344

HoustonWilmington

IAH - ILM

IAHILM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/23

8:55 pm-11:35 am

1 stop13h 40m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 4/24

3:45 pm-12:25 am

1 stop9h 40m

$422

HoustonWilmington

IAH - ILM

IAHILM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/20

6:05 pm-3:52 pm

2 stops20h 47m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/22

4:35 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$1,153

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Sun 4/20

10:18 am-4:22 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/22

4:55 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$1,341

HoustonWilmington

HOU - ILM

HOUILM

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/22

2:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$499

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Deals found on 4/17

Best time to book a flight from Houston to Wilmington

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Wilmington in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Avelo Airlines and United Airlines from Houston to Wilmington. 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
7,916 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,916 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,916 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 Houston 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 Houston?

    Most people fly into Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) if they book a flight to Wilmington from Houston. On average, New Hanover County has 0 inbound flights from Houston per day from 2 airlines. Wilmington New Hanover County is conveniently located just 4.3 mi from Wilmington’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Wilmington is Avelo Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $139 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $251 and $255 round-trip. Users have found that Avelo Airlines is 64% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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