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

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Cheap Flights from RDU to ILM starting at $339 One Way, $505 Round Trip

Prices starting at $505 for return flights and $339 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.

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$505 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$505
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $505 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$520 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$520
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $520 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$525 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$525
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $525 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$566 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$566
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $566 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$596 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$596
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $596 found 2 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
$75 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$85 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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 ...
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
$102 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$115 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Tru by Hilton Wilmington

3 out of 5
5001-A Market St Wilmington NC
$102 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$115 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park ...
Tru by Hilton 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.

Hotels In Wilmington

Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
$80 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$91 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,488 reviews)
"Great hotel nice staff. Good breakfast and loved the pool."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

Comfort Inn University
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
$102 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$115 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
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
$134 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$151 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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. ...
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 1 to Sep 2
$141 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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 ...
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 Aug 23 to Aug 24
$120 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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. ...
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 Aug 16 to Aug 17
$166 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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! (1,662 reviews)
"The computer systems were down, preventing normal check-in operations. The staff did not communicate and were completely confused on how to handle the situation. Rather than receiving accurate information from hotel staff, I learned the status from other guests. A hotel manager only weakly informed ..."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 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
$100 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$113 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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)
"Room was not the cleanest. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on Aug 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 Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park ...
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
$81 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$91 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Riverwalk and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are located ...
6/10 (1,001 reviews)
"These people were great. We were able to check in a little early and though the property is old, it has been refreshed. The bed was comfortable with plenty of pillows. The bath was clean, towels small but fluffy. Breakfast included was very adequate. The best thing, it was very clean. Parking was ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 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
$243 nightly
The price is $274 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$274 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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! (1,683 reviews)
"Purchased the deluxe suite - it was filthy! Shower was nasty and bathroom had mold everywhere. Doors to the bathroom wouldn’t close or lock so if somebody walked into the bedroom they could see you using the toilet. They moved us to a room that seemed downgraded that again, FILTH! Still had the last ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 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
$127 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$143 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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 ...
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
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$114 total
Sep 7 - Sep 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Loved"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 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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