$161 Cheap Flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Charlotte (CLT)

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Cheap Flights from Wilmington to Charlotte (ILM-CLT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $161 for one-way flights and $316 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 11
ILM
Wilmington
CLT
Charlotte
$316 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Wilmington to Charlotte, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $316 found 1 day ago
Delta
Thu, Aug 28 - Thu, Sep 11
ILM
Wilmington
CLT
Charlotte
$335 Roundtrip, just found
$335
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Wilmington to Charlotte, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $335 just found
Delta
Thu, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 12
ILM
Wilmington
CLT
Charlotte
$361 Roundtrip, just found
$361
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Wilmington to Charlotte, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $361 just found
Delta
Thu, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 9
ILM
Wilmington
CLT
Charlotte
$366 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$366
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Wilmington to Charlotte, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $366 found 3 days ago
Delta
Wed, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 23
ILM
Wilmington
CLT
Charlotte
$370 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$370
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Wilmington to Charlotte, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $370 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jul 23 - Thu, Aug 7
ILM
Wilmington
CLT
Charlotte
$376 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$376
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 23 from Wilmington to Charlotte, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $376 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 3
ILM
Wilmington
CLT
Charlotte
$382 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$382
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Wilmington to Charlotte, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $382 found 1 day ago
Delta
Sat, Oct 18 - Tue, Oct 21
ILM
Wilmington
CLT
Charlotte
$384 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$384
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Wilmington to Charlotte, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $384 found 3 days ago
Delta
Fri, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 12
ILM
Wilmington
CLT
Charlotte
$387 Roundtrip, just found
$387
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Wilmington to Charlotte, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $387 just found
United
Mon, Jul 14 - Sat, Jul 19
ILM
Wilmington
CLT
Charlotte
$887 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$887
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Jul 14 from Wilmington to Charlotte, returning Sat, Jul 19, priced at $887 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington (ILM) to Charlotte (CLT)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $290 - $610 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Charlotte (CLT)
Origin airport
Wilmington Intl.
Destination airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$316
Distance
184 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 17 mins

Wilmington to Charlotte Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Wilmington to Charlotte

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 Wilmington to Charlotte are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Wilmington to Charlotte with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Charlotte

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Wilmington to Charlotte: 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 Wilmington to Charlotte

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 Wilmington to Charlotte in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $161 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 Wilmington to Charlotte 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 Wilmington to Charlotte 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 Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) cost?
You can score cheap return tickets from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) starting from $451. Reserve your seat and get ready for takeoff. 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 ILM on July 23 2025 and touching down at CLT. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ILM to CLT?
The cheapest flights from ILM to CLT 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 Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
When departing from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), you can jump on a direct flight to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ILM to CLT?
With prices starting from $241 for a one-way journey from ILM to CLT, American Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ILM on August 13 2025. Prices were last updated on July 9 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Each day, an average of 7 direct flights operate from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). Pick the departure time that best fits your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
More passengers fly between ILM and CLT at 6 AM than at any other point in the day. Prefer a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ILM to CLT?
Jet off on a Friday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT).
What is the earliest flight from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
The first flight of the day jetting off from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) is at around 6:44AM UTC-5. Catch this flight and you'll reach Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) at approximately 8:05AM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 1h 21m.
How long does it take to fly from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Flights from ILM to CLT have an average travel time of 1 hour and 20 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 180 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ILM to CLT?
With 80% of flights generally landing on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). To monitor your flight status and get notified if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
To avoid possible delays on the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Charlotte from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
Check out your flight options from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). This is the only Charlotte airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from ILM to CLT right before your getaway is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ILM to CLT flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an ILM to CLT flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
If you booked your ILM to CLT flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more information.

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