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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $369-$554
American Airlines
Mon 11/19Mon 11/26
DSM - ILM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$394
Typical prices: $331-$362
American Airlines
Wed 11/14
DSM - ILM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Wilmington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $377 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Wilmington (DSM-ILM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Wilmington

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:41 amDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
7:09 am - 11:41 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
5h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$349American Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:41 amDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
8:19 pm - 12:26 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
5h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$349American Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Sun, Jan 10
Delta Logo
5:23 pm - 11:16 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:01 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
6h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 10:49 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:19 pm - 11:30 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
7h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$349American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:19 pm - 11:30 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
7h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$349American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 11:44 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 2:14 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
9h 09m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
United Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 11:44 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
9h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 2:14 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
9h 09m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$415United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 11:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:11 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
11h 11m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
14h 58m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:11 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
11h 11m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
14h 58m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:30 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
9h 30m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$459United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Wilmington flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Wilmington?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Wilmington typically range from $369 to $554. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Wilmington?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Wilmington. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Wilmington?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Wilmington at $354 round-trip.
•March ($1,180) and December ($767) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 233% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Wilmington flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$349
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 88% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Des Moines to Wilmington

When to book flights from Des Moines to Wilmington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Wilmington?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Wilmington.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Wilmington?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Wilmington takes 00m, covering 992 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Wilmington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Wilmington range from $369 to $554, with an average of $448 over the past 12 months. Anything below $369 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines 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 $349 to $2,417. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Wilmington looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Wilmington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $428, which is 21% above 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 Des Moines to Wilmington?

    Flights from Des Moines to Wilmington usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Wilmington pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Wilmington most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Wilmington?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from Des Moines to Wilmington. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $354 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $694, a difference of $340.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 14m, compared with 5h 20m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 6h via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Wilmington?

    Wilmington is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Des Moines 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $354, about $340 less than Sunday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Wilmington trip for May. Fares historically average $354 round-trip in that month - typically $826 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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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