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Cheapest round-trip
$290
Typical prices: $323-$489
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Tue 10/16Fri 10/19
ILM - IAH • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Wilmington and Houston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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ILM - HOU
Cheapest • 7% average savings
ILM - IAH
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October
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
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Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $198 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Wilmington to Houston (ILM-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Wilmington to Houston

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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3:10 pm - 7:19 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
17h 09m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:35 pm - 10:41 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 06m1 stop Orlando
$290Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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3:10 pm - 2:48 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
24h 38m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:35 pm - 10:41 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
13h 06m1 stop Orlando
$329Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 14
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3:10 pm - 2:48 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
24h 38m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:12 pm - 9:07 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
22h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$330Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 9
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5:27 pm - 8:52 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
16h 25m1 stop Orlando
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5:01 am - 2:41 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
8h 40m1 stop Orlando
$340Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 23
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4:36 pm - 10:59 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:57 am - 4:06 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$343American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 23
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4:36 pm - 10:52 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 4:06 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
8h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$343American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 12
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5:32 pm - 11:32 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 1:34 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$343Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28
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10:22 am - 2:07 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:28 pm - 11:09 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$343Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 12
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5:26 pm - 10:44 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:24 am - 5:06 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$343American Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Wed, Feb 24
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4:30 pm - 9:43 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 1:34 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$343Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Wilmington to Houston flights

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wilmington to Houston, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Houston?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Houston at $298 round-trip.
•July ($699) and March ($494) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 134% 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 Houston flights

Low season

January
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.

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Your Wilmington to Houston 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 Wilmington to Houston?

    Flights from Wilmington to Houston usually depart from Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) and may arrive at several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Wilmington to Houston:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Wilmington to Houston?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $78 round-trip, compared to $198 via a layover through Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Wilmington to Houston pass through?

    One-stop flights from Wilmington to Houston most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Wilmington to Houston route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 39%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $326 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $527: a $201 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Wilmington to Houston?

    A nonstop flight from Wilmington to Houston takes 0h 00m, covering 1,067 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Wilmington to Houston?

    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 time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Wilmington to Houston?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 11m, compared with 5h 39m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 41m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Wilmington and Houston?

    Houston is 1 hour behind Wilmington (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Houston?

    Since Houston is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) — daily rates from around $3:

    • ACO Rent A Car
    • Easirent
    • America Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty

    Near Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) — daily rates from around $20:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Houston range from $323 to $489, with an average of $401 over the past 12 months. Anything below $323 counts as a good deal.

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