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Cheapest round-trip
$341
Typical prices: $274-$407
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/3Thu 12/6
CMH - ILM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$190
Typical prices: $237-$442
Breeze Airways
Mon 11/12
CMH - ILM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Wilmington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 20% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $288 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 3h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Wilmington (CMH-ILM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Wilmington

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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2:25 pm - 9:07 pmCMH  Columbus-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 42m1 stop Orlando
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4:56 pm - 9:38 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-CMH Columbus
16h 42m1 stop Orlando
$341Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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12:14 pm - 6:33 pmCMH  Columbus-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 19m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:13 pm - 10:12 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-CMH Columbus
3h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$357American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:10 am - 10:35 amCMH  Columbus-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:25 pm - 11:36 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-CMH Columbus
4h 11m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$357American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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3:57 pm - 11:44 pmCMH  Columbus-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 47m1 stop Newark
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6:00 am - 10:57 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-CMH Columbus
4h 57m1 stop Newark
$369United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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7:05 am - 1:38 pmCMH  Columbus-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:07 am - 10:21 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-CMH Columbus
4h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$370Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:05 am - 11:59 amCMH  Columbus-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
3h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 pm - 12:30 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-CMH Columbus
6h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$373Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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12:39 pm - 4:46 pmCMH  Columbus-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:26 pm - 8:45 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-CMH Columbus
3h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$373American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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12:20 pm - 6:30 pmCMH  Columbus-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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3:35 pm - 8:45 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-CMH Columbus
5h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$373American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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2:25 pm - 9:07 pmCMH  Columbus-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 42m1 stop Orlando
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8:06 pm - 11:58 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-CMH Columbus
39h 52m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$381Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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1:24 pm - 8:03 pmCMH  Columbus-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 39m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:06 pm - 12:20 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-CMH Columbus
16h 14m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
$385Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Wilmington flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Wilmington?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Wilmington. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Wilmington?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Wilmington at $249 round-trip.
•October ($429) and July ($412) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Wilmington flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$190
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbus Airport to Wilmington

When to book flights from Columbus to Wilmington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Wilmington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Wilmington flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus Airport to Wilmington?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to Wilmington:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Wilmington?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Wilmington takes 00m, covering 481 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Wilmington?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Wilmington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Wilmington range from $274 to $407, with an average of $311 over the past 12 months. Anything below $274 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Wilmington changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $341 to $1,803. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Wilmington looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Wilmington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $333, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Wilmington New Hanover County Airport (ILM)?

    Wilmington New Hanover County Airport (ILM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Wilmington?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Wilmington usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Wilmington pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Wilmington most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 81% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Wilmington?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Columbus Airport to Wilmington. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $270 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $436, a difference of $166.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus Airport to Wilmington?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 58m, compared with 4h 27m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 4h 43m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Wilmington flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $270, about $166 less than Sunday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Wilmington trip for February. Fares historically average $249 round-trip in that month - typically $180 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport.

    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson,Wilmington, NC

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