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$53+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Wilmington (ILM)

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WAS — ILM
Mar 17 — Mar 241
Mon 3/17
Mon 3/24
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in July or August, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$84
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Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$475

Good round-trip deal

$84 or less

Good one-way deal

$323 or less
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/295:25 pmBWI - ILM
Nonstop1h 17mAvelo Airlines
Sun 6/16:27 pmILM - BWI
Nonstop1h 18mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 3/12$84
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/21:03 pmBWI - ILM
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/47:45 amILM - BWI
Nonstop1h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$144
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 5/2711:00 amDCA - ILM
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Sat 5/317:00 amILM - DCA
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Deal found 3/11$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sat 4/262:35 pmDCA - ILM
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/294:54 pmILM - DCA
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/12$241
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sat 4/268:25 amIAD - ILM
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/294:35 pmILM - IAD
1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$261
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Fri 5/239:02 pmIAD - ILM
1 stop15h 03mAvelo Airlines
Mon 5/2611:55 amILM - IAD
1 stop8h 22mAvelo Airlines
Deal found 3/12$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 5/78:02 pmIAD - ILM
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/118:15 pmILM - IAD
1 stop3h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/12$276
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Fri 5/169:42 pmIAD - ILM
1 stop14h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/187:20 amILM - IAD
2 stops30h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 5/278:17 pmBWI - ILM
1 stop3h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/316:25 pmILM - BWI
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/11$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 3/264:45 pmBWI - ILM
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Sat 4/53:46 pmILM - BWI
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/12$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 3/255:14 pmIAD - ILM
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Tue 4/15:15 pmILM - IAD
2 stops26h 04mDelta
Deal found 3/12$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Thu 4/109:55 amDCA - ILM
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/146:00 amILM - DCA
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$413

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 12, 2025.

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Washington, D.C.Wilmington

IAD - ILM

IADILM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/27

3:13 pm-4:33 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 6/30

9:00 am-10:20 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$78

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/29

5:25 pm-6:42 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 6/1

6:27 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$84

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/2

1:03 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/4

7:45 am-9:03 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$144

Washington, D.C.Wilmington

DCA - ILM

DCAILM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/27

11:00 am-4:16 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 5/31

7:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$199

Washington, D.C.Wilmington

DCA - ILM

DCAILM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/26

2:35 pm-3:54 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/29

4:54 pm-6:23 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$241

Washington, D.C.Wilmington

IAD - ILM

IADILM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/26

8:25 am-3:43 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/29

4:35 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$261

Washington, D.C.Wilmington

IAD - ILM

IADILM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/7

8:02 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop3h 56m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/11

8:15 pm-12:02 am

1 stop3h 47m

$276

Washington, D.C.Wilmington

IAD - ILM

IADILM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/16

9:42 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop14h 23m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/18

7:20 am-1:44 pm

2 stops30h 24m

$278

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/27

8:17 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop3h 41m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 5/31

6:25 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$287

BaltimoreWilmington

BWI - ILM

BWIILM

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 4/2

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

$335

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

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on March 7, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington is 66 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $407). 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 WAS to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on March 9, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Wilmington flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Avelo Airlines and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
7,953 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
7,953 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,623 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
7,953 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Wilmington from Washington, D.C.?

    Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington. 2 airlines have flights to New Hanover County from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington New Hanover County should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington round-trip?

    Avelo Airlines, at $84, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. These flights start at 77% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $142 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $171 and United Airlines from $187 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

    When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Wilmington New Hanover County, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Wilmington New Hanover County or Baltimore/Washington - Wilmington New Hanover County as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Wilmington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Wilmington in May is currently the most expensive (average of $407). 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 Washington, D.C. to Wilmington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 March 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$82Average$95FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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