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 $165 One Way, $230 Round Trip

Prices starting at $230 for return flights and $165 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.

Wed, May 27 - Sun, May 31
DCA
Washington
ILM
Wilmington
$230 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$230
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, May 27 from Washington to Wilmington, returning Sun, May 31, priced at $230 found 5 hours ago
Fri, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 8
DCA
Washington
ILM
Wilmington
$305 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 6 from Washington to Wilmington, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $305 found 4 days ago
Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 17
DCA
Washington
ILM
Wilmington
$309 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$309
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from Washington to Wilmington, returning Sat, Jan 17, priced at $309 found 3 days ago
Fri, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 17
DCA
Washington
ILM
Wilmington
$312 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from Washington to Wilmington, returning Sat, Jan 17, priced at $312 found 3 days ago
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
DCA
Washington
ILM
Wilmington
$312 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 15 from Washington to Wilmington, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $312 found 3 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Wilmington Intl.

Airport Hotels near Wilmington Intl.

Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
$67 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Dec 26 to Dec 27
$76 total
Dec 26 - Dec 27
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,027 reviews)
No hot breakfast but good variety of muffins, bagels etc. Shower head was stuck on one setting. Decent for the price for a quick stay.

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

Sleep Inn
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$96 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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! (117 reviews)
Was disappointed no free breakfast bar. Quite disappointed that there was a charge for parking. This was not a location that required charging for nightly parking. Plenty of spaces available and not in heart of downtown. Parking charge might cause me to choose another property or chain in ...

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

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
$71 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
$81 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
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. ...
7.2/10 Good! (866 reviews)
The property was convenient to downtown yet definitely afforable. It was quiet considering it is right on market street

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

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

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
$67 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Dec 26 to Dec 27
$76 total
Dec 26 - Dec 27
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,027 reviews)
No hot breakfast but good variety of muffins, bagels etc. Shower head was stuck on one setting. Decent for the price for a quick stay.

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

Sleep Inn
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
$108 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
$122 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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! (1,401 reviews)
Room was clean. The staff, especially Marie, were very courteous and respectful. Provided great assistance to my wife and I.

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$96 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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! (117 reviews)
Was disappointed no free breakfast bar. Quite disappointed that there was a charge for parking. This was not a location that required charging for nightly parking. Plenty of spaces available and not in heart of downtown. Parking charge might cause me to choose another property or chain in ...

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

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.

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
$79 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$89 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
The room was clean however the furniture was pretty banged up. The front desk staff member waas nice when I checked in

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

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
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
$112 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room and property with friendly staff.

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025

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
$108 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
$122 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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! (1,401 reviews)
Room was clean. The staff, especially Marie, were very courteous and respectful. Provided great assistance to my wife and I.

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

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
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
$96 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
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! (1,005 reviews)
Very clean. Effective team work

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025

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 ...
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
$72 nightly
The price is $82 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$82 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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 ...
5.8/10 (1,000 reviews)
Simple, clean, and comfortable motel. Great choice if you are just looking for a place to sleep.

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

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
$138 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
$156 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
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! (1,570 reviews)
Room clean and loved the ocean front view of beach

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

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
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
$114 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
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)
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Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

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
$88 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$100 total
Dec 7 - Dec 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Pet friendly room was fresher than we expected.

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

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.

DCA to ILM Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
DCA Address & GPS
Address:
1 Aviation Circle
Washington DC, 20001-6000
United States
IATA Code:
DCA
Longitude:
-77.043457
Latitude:
38.853434
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 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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