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The Alton L. Lemnion Federal Building, a United States Court House, with palm trees and a flag.
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Cheap flights to New Hanover County from $42 One Way, $82 Round Trip

$82 return flights and $42 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.

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 10
BDL
Hartford
ILM
Wilmington
$82 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$82
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 3 from Hartford to Wilmington, returning Thu, Sep 10, priced at $82 found 2 days ago
Thu, Jul 30 - Thu, Aug 6
ROC
Rochester
ILM
Wilmington
$87 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$87
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 30 from Rochester to Wilmington, returning Thu, Aug 6, priced at $87 found 13 hours ago
Thu, Jul 23 - Sun, Jul 26
TPA
Tampa
ILM
Wilmington
$91 Roundtrip, just found
$91
Roundtrip
just found
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 23 from Tampa to Wilmington, returning Sun, Jul 26, priced at $91 just found
Mon, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 4
CAK
Akron
ILM
Wilmington
$92 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 31 from Akron to Wilmington, returning Fri, Sep 4, priced at $92 found 1 hour ago
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
HVN
New Haven
ILM
Wilmington
$98 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 1 from New Haven to Wilmington, returning Mon, Oct 5, priced at $98 found 23 hours ago
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
BNA
Nashville
ILM
Wilmington
$98 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 22 from Nashville to Wilmington, returning Thu, Oct 29, priced at $98 found 4 hours ago
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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNAWilmingtonJuly 12 to July 16$195
BDLWilmingtonJuly 12 to July 16$292
LGAWilmingtonJuly 12 to July 19$315
LGAWilmingtonJuly 12 to July 19$315
BOSWilmingtonJuly 11 to July 18$359
EWRWilmingtonJuly 11 to July 15$367
LAXWilmingtonJuly 11 to July 18$454
SANWilmingtonJuly 10 to July 13$801
DENWilmingtonJuly 12 to July 18$992
*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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$353 nightly
The price is $399 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$399 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
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! (1,625 reviews)
"Room VIEWS and balcony were great. I’d stay again. Nice to have a Pool bar, restaurant and your own kitchen. Bring beach towels. (Sundry was limited to kid sized and they are stingy with “pool” towels. Renting beach chairs was convenient but needs to stay open past 4:30. 714 Decor was eclectic (beachfront ..."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

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Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn

3 out of 5
300 S. Lake Park Blvd Carolina Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$144 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$163 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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! (1,003 reviews)
"The room was very nice and clean. The staff were very helpful and nice. Only a couple of blocks from the beach. It was quiet and peaceful at night."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

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Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

2.5 out of 5
1211 Lake Park Blvd S Carolina Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$247 nightly
The price is $279 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$279 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,125 reviews)
"The view was perfect!"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

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The Sand Dunes

The Sand Dunes

2 out of 5
133 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$202 nightly
The price is $228 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$228 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kure Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (618 reviews)
"Nice place to stay close to the beach"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark
  • 4 people
Chevrolet Spark
Economy Chevrolet Spark

Compact

Ford Focus
  • 4 people
Ford Focus
Compact Ford Focus

Midsize

Toyota Corolla
  • 5 people
Toyota Corolla
Midsize Toyota Corolla

SUV

Jeep Compass
  • 5 people
Jeep Compass
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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 $992 for a round-trip flight to New Hanover County. One-way tickets originating from Rochester (ROC) dropped to a low $42 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.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.