Cheap flights from DCA to ILM (Ronald Reagan Washington National to Wilmington Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from DCA to ILM starting at $224 One Way, $379 Round Trip

Prices starting at $379 for return flights and $224 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, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
DCA
Washington
ILM
Wilmington
$379 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$379
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from Washington to Wilmington, returning Sat, Nov 14, priced at $379 found 6 days ago
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
DCA
Washington
ILM
Wilmington
$389 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$389
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from Washington to Wilmington, returning Sat, Nov 14, priced at $389 found 6 days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Dec 9
DCA
Washington
ILM
Wilmington
$399 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$399
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 21 from Washington to Wilmington, returning Wed, Dec 9, priced at $399 found 1 day ago
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
DCA
Washington
ILM
Wilmington
$405 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$405
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 7 from Washington to Wilmington, returning Sat, Nov 14, priced at $405 found 1 day ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Dec 9
DCA
Washington
ILM
Wilmington
$409 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$409
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 21 from Washington to Wilmington, returning Wed, Dec 9, priced at $409 found 1 day ago

Hotel Ideas near Wilmington Intl.

Airport Hotels near Wilmington Intl.

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$86 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,192 reviews)
"The bed very dairy the bathroom very very"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
$98 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$110 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (551 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our 4 night stay there. We will definitely stay there again when we visit Wilmington in the future."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

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

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

2.5 out of 5
3604 Market St Wilmington NC
$79 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$89 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Room: Carpet? disgustingly stained and dirty-looking floor. Bed too hard and uncomfortable for wife to have a good night's sleep, causing numbness, tingling, and cramps in hips/legs. She, also, had to sleep on top sheet because bottom sheet was pilled-up and dirty-looking. Also, room not soundproof, ..."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Coastal Inn & Suites - 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

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$86 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,192 reviews)
"The bed very dairy the bathroom very very"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$96 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 ...
Comfort Inn University
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

2.5 out of 5
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
$112 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$126 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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 in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Breakfast pancakes are the bomb."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
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
$125 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$141 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice location and good price. Bed has prickly mattress pad or something weird under sheets. AC was not pumping cold air. It was tolerable temp but not nearly as cold as it should be. Be aware, $5 per night parking fee for a courtyard Marriott at a non city location with plenty of parking??? Surprise ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 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 Sep 27 to Sep 28
$120 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Our room was very clean, stocked nice with towels, the room had HBO, it was a great location, the breakfast selection was great. Would definitely stay again, loved it. It was just my husband and I with our baby and the room was perfect. The shower and bathroom was nice and clean and stocked. I felt ..."

Reviewed on Sep 13, 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
$147 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
$166 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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! (1,689 reviews)
"❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 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
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$105 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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! (1,000 reviews)
"0"

Reviewed on Sep 6, 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
$79 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$89 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Riverwalk and Trask Coliseum are located nearby.
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
$165 nightly
The price is $187 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$187 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,747 reviews)
"The hotel does not appear to be cleaned very often. Elevators were dirty, balcony was dirty,. Place handheld showerhead on the shower floor because it was dripping and placed a washcloth underneath it and in the morning the cloth was black. The hot tub was not working because the switch was completely ..."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 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
$118 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$134 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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! (1,000 reviews)
"When I arrive to the building. My room was not ready. Check-in was at 3 PM. I didn’t arrive to the building until 9 PM. Had to be moved to a King room with a pullout mattress for five people. Was one of the worst days I’ve ever had."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 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
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$105 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, good price. Great breakfast."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from DCA to ILM?
Whether you're setting off on an epic worldwide adventure or traveling for business-related purposes, a nonstop flight is the way to go. With American Airlines you can get from National Airport to ILM in one simple journey.
What is the shortest flight from DCA to ILM?
Jetting from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Wilmington Intl. Airport will take a minimum of 3 hours and 38 minutes. Savor a wine and watch a movie or two — this is your chance to sit back and unwind.
How many hours flight from DCA to Wilmington Intl. Airport?
With a general flight time of around 3 hours and 49 minutes between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), you'll be having a blast in Wilmington before you can say, "Are we there yet?"
What airlines have the most flights from DCA to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
American Airlines has your ticket to an amazing vacation. This well-known airline advertises 136 flights each month from Washington to Wilmington.

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