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Cheapest round-trip
$238
Typical prices: $290-$441
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/2Fri 2/9
DTW - ILM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$179
Typical prices: $197-$415
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/30
DTW - ILM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Wilmington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 32% price drop
June
Most popular
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Boston Logan Intl (BOS)
Cheapest • Avg $245 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Wilmington (DTW-ILM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Wilmington

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9
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4:41 pm - 2:17 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
21h 36m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
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8:16 pm - 9:55 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 39m1 stop Orlando
$238Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 9
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4:41 pm - 9:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
28h 32m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
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8:16 pm - 9:55 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 39m1 stop Orlando
$239Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 8
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4:41 pm - 2:17 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
21h 36m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
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3:10 pm - 9:13 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 03m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$246Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sun, Feb 7
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4:41 pm - 2:17 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
21h 36m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
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3:16 pm - 12:43 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 27m1 stop Tampa
$249Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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10:28 am - 9:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 22m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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5:28 am - 6:52 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 24m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$347American Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 6
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9:35 pm - 12:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
14h 25m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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1:40 pm - 8:00 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 20m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$347Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6
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9:35 pm - 12:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
14h 25m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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1:40 pm - 8:00 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 20m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$347Delta
Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 6
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9:35 pm - 12:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
14h 25m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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1:40 pm - 8:00 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 20m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$347Delta
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 29
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5:15 am - 11:01 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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8:14 pm - 12:36 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$385American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 29
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6:17 am - 10:49 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:14 pm - 12:36 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$385American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington at $248 round-trip.
•May ($457) and July ($417) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 84% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$179
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington

When to book flights from Detroit to Wilmington

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington takes 00m, covering 623 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington range from $290 to $441, with an average of $366 over the past 12 months. Anything below $290 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $82 round-trip, compared to $245 via a layover through Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

    The Boeing 737-700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Avelo Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $260, which is 13% 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $333 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $436, a difference of $103.

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 20m, compared with 4h 53m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 4h 59m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $333, about $103 less than Monday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Wilmington trip for December. Fares historically average $248 round-trip in that month - typically $209 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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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