$181 Cheap Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Wilmington (ILM)

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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Wilmington (CLT-ILM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $181 for one-way flights and $322 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 12
CLT
Charlotte
ILM
Wilmington
$322 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Charlotte to Wilmington, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $322 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 25
CLT
Charlotte
ILM
Wilmington
$323 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Charlotte to Wilmington, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $323 found 1 day ago
Delta
Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 16
CLT
Charlotte
ILM
Wilmington
$335 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$335
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Charlotte to Wilmington, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $335 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 1
CLT
Charlotte
ILM
Wilmington
$353 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$353
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Charlotte to Wilmington, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $353 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
CLT
Charlotte
ILM
Wilmington
$355 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$355
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Charlotte to Wilmington, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $355 found 4 days ago
Delta
Tue, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 30
CLT
Charlotte
ILM
Wilmington
$356 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$356
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Charlotte to Wilmington, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $356 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 12
CLT
Charlotte
ILM
Wilmington
$361 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$361
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Charlotte to Wilmington, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $361 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 19
CLT
Charlotte
ILM
Wilmington
$362 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$362
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Charlotte to Wilmington, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $362 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
CLT
Charlotte
ILM
Wilmington
$365 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$365
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Charlotte to Wilmington, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $365 found 4 days ago
United
Sat, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 19
CLT
Charlotte
ILM
Wilmington
$447 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$447
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Charlotte to Wilmington, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $447 found 7 hours ago

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November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $299 - $784 per traveler.

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Select flight to Wilmington Intl. ILM. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 7 minutes. Flights from $402
ILM
Wilmington Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center7 min
Flights from $402
Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Wilmington (ILM)
Origin airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Destination airport
Wilmington Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$322
Distance
184 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 8 mins

Charlotte to Wilmington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Charlotte to Wilmington

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Charlotte to Wilmington are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Wilmington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Wilmington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Charlotte to Wilmington: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Charlotte to Wilmington

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Charlotte to Wilmington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $181 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Charlotte to Wilmington flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Charlotte to Wilmington airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) cost?
Grab cheap return flights starting from $451 from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving CLT on August 2 2025 and touching down at ILM. The price was last updated on July 8 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CLT to ILM?
The cheapest flights from CLT to ILM are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
If you're departing from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT), you can catch a direct flight to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CLT to ILM?
With prices as low as $391 for a one-way flight from CLT to ILM, American Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CLT on September 28 2025. Prices were last updated on July 8 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
When flying out of Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT), you'll have your pick from an average of 7 daily nonstop flights to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
More people fly between CLT and ILM at 9 AM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from CLT to ILM?
If you fly on a Monday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM).
What is the earliest flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
Take the earliest flight at around 9:20AM UTC-5, leaving from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). You'll be in the air for about 1h 14m, coming in to land at Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) at approximately 10:34AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
The average flight time from CLT to ILM is 1 hour and 7 minutes, covering a total distance of 180 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CLT to ILM?
American Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), with an on-time score of 85%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight status before you head off and get real-time updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
Book a flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Wilmington from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Take a direct flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington and arrive at Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM). An alternative arrival point to this city is Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a flight from CLT to ILM generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute offers, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans to maximize your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a CLT to ILM flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a CLT to ILM flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
In most instances, you're able to reschedule or cancel your CLT to ILM flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you want further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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