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Cheapest round-trip
$296
Typical prices: $309-$458
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/13Fri 11/16
ILM - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$357
Typical prices: $159-$367
American Airlines
Wed 12/26
ILM - DTW • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Wilmington and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 27% price drop
June
Most popular
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Boston Logan Intl (BOS)
Cheapest • Avg $248 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Wilmington to Detroit (ILM-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Wilmington to Detroit

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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3:10 pm - 11:37 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 27m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:07 pm - 10:41 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 34m1 stop Orlando
$296Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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8:06 pm - 11:37 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 31m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
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9:07 pm - 10:41 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 34m1 stop Orlando
$298Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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3:10 pm - 11:37 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 27m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:07 pm - 10:41 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 34m1 stop Orlando
$315Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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8:06 pm - 11:37 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 31m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
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9:07 pm - 10:41 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 34m1 stop Orlando
$322Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 31
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9:42 am - 4:27 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:17 am - 12:34 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 17m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$365American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Dec 6
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8:19 pm - 12:37 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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1:08 pm - 6:32 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 24m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$365American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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5:26 pm - 11:28 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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2:54 pm - 9:31 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$365American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:00 am - 10:51 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 51m1 stop Newark
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2:45 pm - 11:44 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
8h 59m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$374United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:00 am - 2:19 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 19m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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5:12 pm - 11:44 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 32m1 stop Newark
$377United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:00 am - 2:19 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 19m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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2:45 pm - 11:44 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
8h 59m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$379United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 59% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $278 round-trip.
•December ($458) and June ($449) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$296
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Wilmington to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Wilmington to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

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

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

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

    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 Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $309 to $458, with an average of $380 over the past 12 months. Anything below $309 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $82 round-trip, compared to $248 via a layover through Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • Have flight prices from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 $296 to $2,125. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $857, which is 213% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $605, a difference of $297.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 15m, compared with 4h 35m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 47m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Little Caesars Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 $308, about $297 less than Monday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wilmington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $278 round-trip in that month - typically $180 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

    • The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

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