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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.

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25
ILG
Wilmington
ILM
Wilmington
$82 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$82
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 21 from Wilmington to Wilmington, returning Fri, Sep 25, priced at $82 found 2 hours ago
Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 17
BDL
Hartford
ILM
Wilmington
$83 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$83
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 1 from Hartford to Wilmington, returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $83 found 4 days ago
Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 11
HVN
New Haven
ILM
Wilmington
$83 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$83
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 6 from New Haven to Wilmington, returning Fri, Sep 11, priced at $83 found 1 day ago
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
TPA
Tampa
ILM
Wilmington
$88 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 10 from Tampa to Wilmington, returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $88 found 3 days ago
Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25
CAK
Akron
ILM
Wilmington
$98 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 21 from Akron to Wilmington, returning Fri, Sep 25, priced at $98 found 5 days ago
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
BNA
Nashville
ILM
Wilmington
$100 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Avelo Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 1 from Nashville to Wilmington, returning Sun, Oct 4, priced at $100 found 4 days ago
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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BDLWilmingtonAugust 16 to August 30$276
LGAWilmingtonAugust 14 to August 16$359
LGAWilmingtonAugust 14 to August 16$359
EWRWilmingtonAugust 15 to August 16$459
LAXWilmingtonAugust 15 to August 22$471
BOSWilmingtonAugust 16 to August 21$524
DENWilmingtonAugust 15 to August 18$546
*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
$236 nightly
The price is $267 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$267 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,687 reviews)
"Very friendly check in. Excellent location and beach. Perfect for walks. Nice pools. Room was a disappointment. Not as clean as I wished. Fridge froze all the fruit. The bedroom window faced the outer hallway and only had slats. Lots of light came in and I couldn't sleep. Bed squeaked. Sooo as much ..."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 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
$147 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$166 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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 ...
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Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd Wrightsville Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$307 nightly
The price is $347 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$347 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (341 reviews)
"Like the convenience to access the beach. Did not care for valet parking. Needs to increase frequency of cleaning, saw debris on the hallway carpet that lasted about a day, The towel collection bins were overflowing. Garbage bins overflowing. Pool bathrooms can use more frequent cleaning. Lack of ..."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

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Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3.5 out of 5
1 Harper Avenue Carolina Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$172 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$194 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
"This was a perfect family getaway and our first time to Carolina Beach! Wonderful location with walking distance to the Boardwalk. Spacious suite with ocean views, delicious breakfast buffet. The bartender at the Tiki Bar made a drink for me that wasn’t on the menu and it was a real treat! Fireworks ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 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?

Special

Wild Card Compact or larger if available
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
Wild Card Compact or larger if available

$54

$153 total
found 18 hours ago
Special Wild Card Compact or larger if available

Economy

Mitsubishi Mirage
  • 4 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
Mitsubishi Mirage

$57

$177 total
found 18 hours ago
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage

Compact SUV

Buick Encore GX
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
Buick Encore GX

$59

$155 total
found 18 hours ago
Compact SUV Buick Encore GX

Standard

Volkswagen Jetta
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
Volkswagen Jetta

$67

$203 total
found 18 hours ago
Standard Volkswagen Jetta
Lowest prices found within the past 18 hours. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 $546 for a round-trip flight to New Hanover County. One-way tickets originating from Wilmington (ILG) 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.

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.