Cheap flights from RDU to ILM (Raleigh - Durham Intl. to Wilmington Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from RDU to ILM starting at $254 One Way, $397 Round Trip

Prices starting at $397 for return flights and $254 for one-way flights to Wilmington Intl. 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, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$397 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$397
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Jun 9 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Tue, Jun 16, priced at $397 found 3 days ago
Fri, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 10
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$410 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$410
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Aug 7 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Mon, Aug 10, priced at $410 found 12 hours ago
Fri, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 10
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$435 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$435
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Aug 7 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Mon, Aug 10, priced at $435 found 12 hours ago
Fri, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 10
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$455 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$455
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Aug 7 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Mon, Aug 10, priced at $455 found 12 hours ago
Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 12
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$463 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$463
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Jun 5 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Fri, Jun 12, priced at $463 found 5 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Wilmington Intl.

Airport Hotels near Wilmington Intl.

Spark by Hilton Wilmington

Spark by Hilton Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
4721 Market St Wilmington NC
$90 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$102 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
Need hot bar for breakfast!!!

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

2.5 out of 5
3604 Market St Wilmington NC
$64 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$72 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (973 reviews)
This isn’t a fancy hotel but staff was super nice and the room was very very clean. What more can you ask for! 13 min drive to the beach and around lots of shopping and restaurants. Planning another stay in a few weeks

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
$114 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$129 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (339 reviews)
Staff was remarkable and very pleasant to talk to. The only issue was the pool water was somewhat cold

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
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.

Hotels In Wilmington

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
$139 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$157 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,533 reviews)
Hotel is old and the shower leaked from the pocket light and then into the main room. Maintenance was frustrated and we were moved to a new room with two double beds. The shower handle fell off in this room. The place needs a huge makeover

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Spark by Hilton Wilmington

Spark by Hilton Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
4721 Market St Wilmington NC
$90 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$102 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
Need hot bar for breakfast!!!

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
$94 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$106 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,380 reviews)
Clean, convenient and and reasonably priced.

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Comfort Inn University
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.

Wilmington Hotels With Airport Transportation

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach

3 out of 5
151 Van Campen Blvd Wilmington NC
$111 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$126 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
They didn't provide room service a single day—and I stayed for four nights.

Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach
Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

2.5 out of 5
2320 S 17th St Wilmington NC
$106 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$120 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Staff were great! Coffee very good! Clean and comfy room. Easy access to hospital.

Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
$139 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$157 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,533 reviews)
Hotel is old and the shower leaked from the pocket light and then into the main room. Maintenance was frustrated and we were moved to a new room with two double beds. The shower handle fell off in this room. The place needs a huge makeover

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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.

Low Priced Wilmington Hotels

Quality Inn Wilmington

Quality Inn Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
5102 Dunlea Ct Wilmington NC
$117 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from May 24 to May 25
$132 total
May 24 - May 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Rooms were not very clean Cleaning staff did not understand English

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Quality Inn Wilmington
Days Inn by Wyndham Wilmington / University

Days Inn by Wyndham Wilmington / University

2.5 out of 5
5040 Market Street Wilmington NC
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Riverwalk and Wrightsville ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
It’s closed

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2021

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Days Inn by Wyndham Wilmington / University
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Wilmington

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Wilmington

2 out of 5
3901 Market St Wilmington NC
$86 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$97 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Riverwalk and Wrightsville Beach are located ...
6/10 (1,000 reviews)
Out of date and fall apart, the included breakfast is a joke. Zero amenities there were gaps so big at the top and the bottom of the door that you could look out the door with the door closed used luggage to block the gap at the bottom of the door so that nothing would crawl in when I first saw the ...

Reviewed on May 3, 2026

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Wilmington
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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Wilmington

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
$239 nightly
The price is $270 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$270 total
May 17 - May 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,563 reviews)
My family and I had a great time! Everyone was so kind and helpful. Definitely would book again!

Reviewed on May 14, 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

3 out of 5
1014 Ashes Dr Wilmington NC
$143 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$162 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Breakfast was very limited in choice

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

2.5 out of 5
5345 Market St Wilmington NC
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$124 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
We were mostly gone as we had a graduation and dinner but the staff were very pleasant and helpful I do wish they had a coffee and tea stand other than meals unless we missed it.

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
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.

RDU to ILM Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
RDU Address & GPS
Address:
Raleigh/Durham NC, 27623
United States
IATA Code:
RDU
Longitude:
-78.790862
Latitude:
35.873592
Time Zone:
America/New_York
ILM Address & GPS
Address:
1740 Airport Boulevard
Wilmington NC, 28405
United States
IATA Code:
ILM
Longitude:
-77.910627
Latitude:
34.267052
Time Zone:
America/New_York

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to ILM?
Nonstop flights aren't an option when it comes to flying from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM). However, there are a range of carriers that operate on this route with only a single stopover, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Raleigh–Durham Airport to Wilmington Intl. Airport?
Grab a miniature bottle of vino and get comfortable in your seat with a fascinating movie or book. With the trip from RDU to Wilmington Intl. Airport taking 3 hours and 33 minutes, you'll have enough time to relax and enjoy the ride.
How many hours flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
From RDU to ILM, you'll be cruising the skies for an average of 3 hours and 39 minutes. Get cozy, order a wine and put on your noise-canceling headphones. It's time for a movie marathon.
What airlines have the most flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
You'll have to make one or more stopovers if you're on your way from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Wilmington Intl. Airport. Unfortunately, you won't find any airlines that advertise nonstop flights on this route.

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