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Cheap flights to New Hanover County from $41 One Way, $82 Round Trip

$82 return flights and $41 one-way flights to New Hanover County were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 10
BDL
Hartford
ILM
Wilmington
$82 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$82
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 1 from Hartford to Wilmington, returning Thu, Sep 10, priced at $82 found 15 hours ago
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
BNA
Nashville
ILM
Wilmington
$85 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$85
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 1 from Nashville to Wilmington, returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $85 found 6 days ago
Sun, Sep 13 - Thu, Sep 17
HVN
New Haven
ILM
Wilmington
$87 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$87
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 13 from New Haven to Wilmington, returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $87 found 1 day ago
Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 20
TPA
Tampa
ILM
Wilmington
$92 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 20 from Tampa to Wilmington, returning Thu, Aug 20, priced at $92 found 4 days ago
Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11
CAK
Akron
ILM
Wilmington
$102 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 7 from Akron to Wilmington, returning Fri, Sep 11, priced at $102 found 1 day ago
Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13
ROC
Rochester
ILM
Wilmington
$104 Roundtrip, just found
$104
Roundtrip
just found
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 6 from Rochester to Wilmington, returning Thu, Aug 13, priced at $104 just found
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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNAWilmingtonJune 21 to June 25$243
BDLWilmingtonJune 21 to June 25$325
BOSWilmingtonJune 19 to June 26$437
JFKWilmingtonJune 19 to June 21$505
LGAWilmingtonJune 19 to June 21$507
EWRWilmingtonJune 19 to June 21$550
LAXWilmingtonJune 21 to July 7$589
SANWilmingtonJune 19 to June 24$769
DENWilmingtonJune 20 to June 23$925
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic New Hanover County Accommodation Deals

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
$333 nightly
The price is $376 total per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
$376 total
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,622 reviews)
"The location and the parking lot for guests was excellent. Our bed and pillows were great and I slept very well. The hotel was built in 1984 and it’s in need of major renovation and maintenance. There are no USB charging areas in the room and nowhere to charge our plug in hybrid. The decor is late ..."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

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Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove

2 out of 5
701 North Lake Park Blvd Carolina Beach NC
Stay at this hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach ...
7.6/10 Good! (557 reviews)
"I had a loud squeeking noise that came out of the bathroom the whole time we were there. Could not sleep! Staff said there wasnt anything they could do and couldn't give any discount either. Beds were old spring mattresses that were completely sunk in the middle."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

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Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn

3 out of 5
300 S. Lake Park Blvd Carolina Beach NC
$140 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$159 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly motel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,027 reviews)
"Very clean and updated room."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

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Oceaneer

Oceaneer

2 out of 5
1621 Lake Park Blvd S Carolina Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$259 nightly
The price is $293 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$293 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Kure ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (132 reviews)
"The property was newly renovated and very clean. Pool was clean and maintained daily. The hotel is convenient to the beach. The lobby is not staffed for the majority of the time. There was no room service the three days during our stay. Towels were not kept in stock at the pool. When asked for fresh ..."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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New Hanover County

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to New Hanover County?
You're spoiled for choice with 12 popular airlines that travel to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM). Compare airfares and find yourself a bargain flight to New Hanover County with one of these leading carriers:

  • American Airlines - 192 flights to New Hanover County per month
  • Delta - 49 flights to New Hanover County per month
  • United Airlines - 34 flights to New Hanover County per month

What is the best airport to fly to in New Hanover County?
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) is the major gateway for this unique region. Once you've left the terminal, the options are endless when it comes to discovering New Hanover County.
How much is a flight to New Hanover County?
This week, prices hovered between $82 and $925 for a round-trip flight to New Hanover County. One-way tickets originating from Hartford (BDL) dropped to a low $41 during the same period.
How to book the cheapest flight to New Hanover County?
With some of the biggest and best flight deals around, a bargain is always waiting for you with Orbitz. The following tips and hints will help you score cheap flights to New Hanover County — and leave you with cash to spare:

  • Consider departing from or arriving at alternative airports to save money. Enter your preferred departure and arrival airports in the form fields, then select the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will list your options, if any.
  • Similarly, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to compare the airfares on days around your selected departure. You may be able to find cheaper flight deals if your itinerary is flexible.
  • You can also hit the 'Show options' function to filter results for your preferred airline, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even pick the time of day you'd prefer to fly.
  • If you know your travel dates, don't drag your feet booking a flight. Airfares usually get more expensive as the departure date gets closer.
  • Think about bundling your hotels, flights and car rentals into a package deal to make your dollar go further.
  • If it's an option, avoid flying in the busy season. Airfares are often at their most expensive during school breaks, summer and around other vacation times like Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

How long is a flight to New Hanover County?
Your point of origin, which airport you fly out of and if your journey is direct — the flight duration depends on lots of factors. But we've rounded up the average times for three major routes to New Hanover County:

  • Charlotte, NC (CLT-Charlotte-Douglas Intl.) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 1 hour and 1 minute
  • New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 1 hour and 55 minutes
  • Newark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 1 hour and 50 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to New Hanover County?
Book in January, February or August for unbeatable fares to New Hanover County. Once you've found a bargain, lock it in — cheap flights tend to pop up and vanish in the click of a button.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to New Hanover County?
You can get a great flight deal by making a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. These are typically the best days to pick up cheap fares to New Hanover County.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to New Hanover County?
According to Orbitz data from 2020, Monday is usually the best day to nab cheap flights to New Hanover County. Tuesday also has wallet-friendly fares, whereas Saturday has the most expensive ticket prices. Even though leaving at the weekend can be more suitable, you'll have more money in your pocket to play with if you jet out early in the week.
What is the cheapest month to fly to New Hanover County?
If you have some wiggle room with your travel plans, think about jetting off during August. Orbitz data has found that this is generally the best month to travel if you're looking for cheap flights to New Hanover County. As you would imagine, fares climb in the busy month of June and flights book out quickly.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Things change, and we believe your ticket should be able to do the same. That's why Orbitz makes it easy to search for flights with free cancellation and no change fees. Simply enter your departure and arrival destinations and then select "Filter by flexible change policies." Now that's peace of mind!
What do I need for the flight to New Hanover County?
Whether you're a seasoned flyer or it's your first time on a plane, it's always good to be prepared on your trip. Here are some tips and things to keep in mind:

  • Travel documentation such as visas and identification will be required. To avoid any last-minute delays when you check in, ensure that your booking is under the exact name, gender and birth date as your government-issued ID.
  • Fill your carry-on bag with activities and snacks and you'll easily pass the time on this medium-haul flight. If possible, get on the airport's Wi-Fi and download your favorite playlist or podcast to your phone or tablet before take off.
  • Aeroplane cabins can get quite cold. Even if you're traveling during the height of summer, make sure you carry some warm clothes with you.

How many direct flights are there to New Hanover County?
Airlines such as American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines offer 59 direct flights to New Hanover County every month. With options galore to choose from, finding your dream nonstop flight will be a piece of cake.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to New Hanover County?
Smart travelers have a way of finding first or business-class airfares to New Hanover County without the astronomical price tag. Follow in their footsteps with these helpful hints:

  • Be flexible. By being open to a variety of travel dates, you'll have better odds of landing a deal on business or first-class airfares.
  • Budget airlines offer business-class seats at a fraction of the usual cost. Skip the full-service carriers and consider these cheaper options.
  • Bid for an upgrade in online auctions (if available) or upgrade your ticket with frequent flyer loyalty programs.

What is the best time to go to New Hanover County?
If you want to soak up the unique vibe of New Hanover County in the tourist season, March, April and May are the prime months to visit. June 20 marks the first day of the summer season in the Northern Hemisphere and is an excellent time to go if you enjoy the open air. At this time, average daily temperatures generally range from 75 ºF to 85 ºF.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

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