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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Wilmington Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $355. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Wilmington.$355 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Sun, 26 Jul.Return flight with Avelo Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Avelo Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound direct flight with Avelo Airlines departs from Wilmington on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $355, select.

Wilmington.$455 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Fri, 21 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $455, select.

Wilmington.$615 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $615, select.

Wilmington.$619 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $619, select.

Wilmington.$622 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Tue, 29 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $622, select.

Wilmington.$630 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $630, select.

Wilmington.$651 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $651, select.

Wilmington.$717 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $717, select.

Wilmington.$1,072 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,072, select.

Wilmington.$1,539 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Wilmington.Inbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Wilmington on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,539, select.

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Washington D.C. to Wilmington: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$355
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	1 hr, 28 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	80

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Wilmington: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington D.C. to Wilmington?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Wilmington is $355. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Washington D.C. to Wilmington?

1 hour and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Wilmington.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Wilmington?

American Airlines, PSA Airlines and Republic Airways fly direct from Washington D.C. to Wilmington.

How many flights are there a week from Washington D.C. to Wilmington?

As of June 2026, there are 80 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Wilmington.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to Wilmington?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Wilmington is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Wilmington Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Wilmington Airport on Thursday, 23 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington D.C. to Wilmington Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 28 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Wilmington?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Wilmington but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Wilmington?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Wilmington is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington D.C. to Wilmington with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Wilmington is Avelo Airlines .

Flying from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport (ILM): What you need to know

Start planning your holiday by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport (ILM). Explore your options for taking off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport flight.
Wilmington (where Wilmington International Airport is located) and Washington DC share the UTC-5 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with American Airlines at 9:29pm. Go for the first DCA to ILM departure operated by American Airlines at 8:10am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Your flight from Washington DC to ILM won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

You can jump on a direct flight from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
When leaving from DCA, you can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport with American Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between DCA and ILM is American Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 67.45% of the time.
DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Planning to catch a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from Washington DC to ILM with Avelo Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of IAD.
Avelo Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from IAD to ILM.
With 66.67% of its services landing on schedule, Avelo Airlines is the top on-time carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Wilmington International Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Washington DC to ILM flight? Unwind in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

Avoid the hassle of switching planes from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Direct flights from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport are available from here.
Avelo Airlines is one well-known airline that offers direct Washington DC to ILM plane tickets from BWI.
Avelo Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from BWI to ILM.
Avelo Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 94.44% of its services arriving on schedule.
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.

About Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

If you have a late flight from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ILM:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport flight.
You'll find ILM at 1740 Airport Boulevard.

Getting from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to central Wilmington

Wilmington International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Wilmington. How long it'll take to get there by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport is $188. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $355. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to ILM if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Washington DC to ILM.
Find an affordable flight from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

July is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport (ILM). Visit Wilmington in November for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Wilmington is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to ILM plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 1ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Wilmington

Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Wilmington International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Wilmington:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Airlie Gardens, Wilmington Riverwalk and Cameron Art Museum are top attractions which should feature on every Wilmington itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

Wilmington is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 290 kilometres northwest of Wilmington, a trip to Charlotte will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the United States, consider Raleigh, roughly 177 kilometres north of Wilmington. North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park are among the biggest draws.