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Cheapest round-trip
$259
Typical prices: $403-$519
Delta
Mon 12/3Fri 12/7
DCA - ILM • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$419
Typical prices: $417-$520
American Airlines
Tue 3/20Tue 3/27
DCA - ILM • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 34m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $219 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Reagan-National to Wilmington (DCA-ILM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Reagan-National to Wilmington

Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:59 am - 1:38 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:32 pm - 10:41 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$259Delta
Sat, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 27
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8:45 am - 10:18 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
1h 33mnonstop
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11:12 am - 12:49 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 37mnonstop
$419American Airlines
Sat, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 24
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5:46 pm - 7:17 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
1h 31mnonstop
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7:48 pm - 9:23 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 35mnonstop
$424American Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
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9:30 am - 11:16 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 46m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:40 pm - 6:50 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 10m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$426Delta
Sat, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 24
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5:46 pm - 7:17 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
1h 31mnonstop
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7:48 pm - 9:23 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 35mnonstop
$427American Airlines
Sat, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 24
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5:41 pm - 11:52 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:48 pm - 9:23 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 35mnonstop
$434American Airlines
Sat, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 24
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5:41 pm - 11:52 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:48 pm - 9:23 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 35mnonstop
$437American Airlines
Sat, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 24
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3:55 pm - 11:04 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:45 pm - 11:18 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
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8:59 am - 3:46 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:35 pm - 8:42 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Sat, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 24
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7:00 am - 11:47 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:30 pm - 9:15 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington typically range from $403 to $519. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $259, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington at $351 round-trip.
•November ($523) and May ($489) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$211
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 34% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington

When to book flights from Reagan-National to Wilmington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:23 am and lands at 8:57 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:35 pm and lands at 12:09 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 34m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington takes 1h 34m, covering 320 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington range from $403 to $519, with an average of $463 over the past 12 months. Anything below $403 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $463 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $219 round-trip via New York LaGuardia (LGA), compared to $467 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $270, which is 28% 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington usually depart from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington most commonly connect through:

    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $377 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $523, a difference of $146.

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

  • What airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and Wilmington.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 25m, compared with 4h 56m via New York LaGuardia (LGA) and 5h 06m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $377, about $146 less than Monday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington trip for March. Fares historically average $351 round-trip in that month - typically $172 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $219 round-trip on this route - about $248 less than direct flights (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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Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Wilmington New Hanover County

Monday

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Tuesday

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American Airlines

Wednesday

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American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

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American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

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Wilmington New Hanover County to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

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