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Cheapest round-trip
$307
Typical prices: $365-$554
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/28Tue 10/9
DSM - ILM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$324
Typical prices: $331-$351
United Airlines
Sat 11/17
DSM - ILM • 2 stops
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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May
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
Most popular
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New York LaGuardia (LGA)
Cheapest • Avg $389 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 00m (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

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 9
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10:05 am - 9:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
10h 08m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
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4:37 pm - 10:08 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
6h 31m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$307Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
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5:45 am - 1:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:30 pm - 10:29 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
6h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Tue, Feb 23 - Sat, Feb 27
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5:45 am - 1:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:30 pm - 10:29 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
6h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
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5:00 am - 3:37 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
9h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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3:48 pm - 11:21 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
8h 33m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359United Airlines
Mon, Feb 22 - Tue, Mar 2
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8:00 am - 12:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
27h 56m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg
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1:56 pm - 5:38 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
28h 42m1 stop Tampa
$379Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 1
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8:00 am - 12:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
27h 56m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg
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3:10 pm - 12:39 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
22h 29m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$397Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 2
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 1:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:45 pm - 10:29 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
5h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$409Delta
Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 2
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5:45 am - 1:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:20 am - 4:27 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
7h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$409Delta
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
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3:29 pm - 10:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 2:49 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
8h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$423American Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
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3:29 pm - 10:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:21 pm - 9:59 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
9h 38m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$453American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Wilmington flights

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Wilmington, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 68% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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

$324
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 82% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the Des Moines to Wilmington route. 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 long is a flight from Des Moines to Wilmington?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Wilmington takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $307 to $2,275. 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 $384, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 00m, compared with 5h 27m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 6h 00m 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.

  • 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 starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Wilmington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Wilmington range from $365 to $554, with an average of $411 over the past 12 months. Anything below $365 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $354 - about $340 less than Sunday (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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