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$229+ Cheap flights from Lexington to Wilmington (LEX - 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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — ILM
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$539
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lexington Blue Grass-Wilmington New Hanover County flight deals.
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From Lexington Blue Grass to Wilmington New Hanover County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Lexington to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lexington to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/98:06 pmLEX - ILM
1 stop3h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/118:15 pmILM - LEX
1 stop3h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/307:00 amLEX - ILM
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/45:10 pmILM - LEX
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 4/186:00 amLEX - ILM
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Sun 4/206:00 amILM - LEX
1 stop3h 32mDelta
Deal found 3/24$589
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/99:24 pmLEX - ILM
2 stops20h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/136:50 amILM - LEX
1 stop9h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$758

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lexington to Wilmington that are best for you.

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LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 5/9

8:06 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop3h 52m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/11

8:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$229

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 5/30

7:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 6/4

5:10 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$373

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 5/15

4:47 pm-9:31 pm

2 stops28h 44m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/18

7:18 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops25h 13m

$376

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 4/18

6:00 am-10:47 am

1 stop4h 47m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 4/20

6:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop3h 32m

$589

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 4/12

9:06 am-6:08 pm

2 stops33h 02m

$234

LexingtonWilmington

LEX - ILM

LEXILM

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 4/12

7:47 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$269

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Deals found on 3/23

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wilmington from Lexington with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Lexington to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $400). 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 LEX to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington 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 March 26, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Lexington to Wilmington at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, 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 March 26, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lexington 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 Lexington to Wilmington round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lexington to Wilmington round-trip from $229. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Lexington to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $400). 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 airline flying from Lexington to Wilmington

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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