Which airports can I use when flying from Wilmington to Dayton?

Flights from Wilmington to Dayton usually depart from Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) and arrive at Dayton (DAY).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Wilmington to Dayton?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Wilmington to Dayton.

Which airports do connecting flights from Wilmington to Dayton pass through?

One-stop flights from Wilmington to Dayton most commonly connect through: • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 53% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% 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 Wilmington to Dayton?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 47% on the Wilmington to Dayton route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $309 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $574, a difference of $265. 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 Wilmington to Dayton?

A nonstop flight from Wilmington to Dayton takes 0h 00m, covering 522 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Wilmington to Dayton?

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 Wilmington to Dayton 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 $429 to $1,737. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Wilmington to Dayton looking right now?

One-way fares from Wilmington to Dayton are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $458, which is 49% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 26m, compared with 4h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 32m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What car rental options are available at Dayton Airport (DAY)?

Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Thrifty • Hertz • Alamo • Avis

How much should I expect to pay for a Wilmington to Dayton flight?

Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Dayton range from $308 to $398, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Wilmington to Dayton?

United Airlines ($429) and American Airlines ($453) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Wilmington to Dayton according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Wilmington to Dayton?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is the most popular layover for the Wilmington to Dayton route. 53% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via CLT.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Wilmington to Dayton?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $268. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Wilmington to Dayton which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Wilmington to Dayton layovers at 168 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

6:00 am - 5:11 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-DAY Dayton

11h 11m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:44 pm - 11:59 pmDAY Dayton-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

9h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

$429United Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

5:20 pm - 9:13 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-DAY Dayton

3h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

12:19 pm - 5:02 pmDAY Dayton-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

4h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$453American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 17

6:00 am - 2:15 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-DAY Dayton

8h 15m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

2:10 pm - 11:44 pmDAY Dayton-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

9h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

$532United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

6:00 am - 5:11 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-DAY Dayton

11h 11m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:10 am - 11:59 pmDAY Dayton-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

18h 49m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Pittsburgh Newark

$570United Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4

7:06 am - 11:01 amILM Wilmington New Hanover County-DAY Dayton

3h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

12:17 pm - 6:30 pmDAY Dayton-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

6h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$645American Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4

3:05 pm - 8:55 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-DAY Dayton

5h 50m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:44 pm - 9:31 pmDAY Dayton-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

3h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$710American Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 16

7:11 am - 12:02 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-DAY Dayton

4h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

9:48 am - 2:57 pmDAY Dayton-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

5h 09m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$742American Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2

3:25 pm - 7:40 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-DAY Dayton

4h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:09 pm - 11:59 pmDAY Dayton-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$844American Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

10:52 am - 5:35 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-DAY Dayton

6h 43m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Charlotte Douglas

1:01 pm - 6:19 pmDAY Dayton-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

5h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$866American Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 16

2:40 pm - 9:00 pmILM Wilmington New Hanover County-DAY Dayton

6h 20m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:30 pm - 11:59 pmDAY Dayton-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

5h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,209American Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Dayton start at $429. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $308 to $398. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $429 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Wilmington to Dayton?
Flights from Wilmington to Dayton usually depart from Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) and arrive at Dayton (DAY).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Wilmington to Dayton?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Wilmington to Dayton.
Which airports do connecting flights from Wilmington to Dayton pass through?
One-stop flights from Wilmington to Dayton most commonly connect through:

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 53% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% 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 Wilmington to Dayton?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 47% on the Wilmington to Dayton route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $309 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $574, a difference of $265. 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 Wilmington to Dayton?
A nonstop flight from Wilmington to Dayton takes 0h 00m, covering 522 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Wilmington to Dayton?
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 Wilmington to Dayton 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 $429 to $1,737. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Wilmington to Dayton looking right now?
One-way fares from Wilmington to Dayton are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $458, which is 49% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Wilmington to Dayton?
Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 26m, compared with 4h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 32m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What car rental options are available at Dayton Airport (DAY)?
Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Budget
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Avis
How much should I expect to pay for a Wilmington to Dayton flight?
Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Dayton range from $308 to $398, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $309 - about $265 less than Tuesday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wilmington to Dayton trip for March. Fares historically average $289 round-trip in that month - typically $207 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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