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

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Cheap Flights from RDU to ILM starting at $184 One Way, $322 Round Trip

Prices starting at $322 for return flights and $184 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, Mar 25 - Tue, Mar 31
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$322 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Mar 25 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Tue, Mar 31, priced at $322 found 1 hour ago
Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$325 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$325
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Mar 24 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Tue, Mar 31, priced at $325 found 1 hour ago
Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$332 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$332
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Mon, Feb 16, priced at $332 found 6 days ago
Mon, Mar 23 - Tue, Mar 31
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$354 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$354
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Mar 23 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Tue, Mar 31, priced at $354 found 1 hour ago
Wed, Mar 25 - Mon, Mar 30
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$372 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$372
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Mar 25 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Mon, Mar 30, priced at $372 found 1 hour ago

Hotel Ideas near Wilmington Intl.

Airport Hotels near Wilmington Intl.

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
$77 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$87 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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! (180 reviews)
Clean room, nice hotel, great staff

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
$74 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$84 total
Feb 27 - Feb 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 breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,059 reviews)
Pluses -- clean room, friendly front desk and cleaning person, etc Minuses -- no TV channel sheet/guide in the rooms. In this day and age, with 100 or more channels on hotel TVs, trying to use the channel guide on a TV screen is tedious, slow, and often wrong. Each hotel needs a sheet of the channels ...

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Sleep Inn
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 Feb 2 to Feb 3
$81 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
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! (909 reviews)
Room was clean. Room was smaller than other hotels of the same. Floor "creeked" when walk on.

Reviewed on Jan 21, 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

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
$146 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$165 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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! (1,446 reviews)
Perfect stay

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
$74 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$84 total
Feb 27 - Feb 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 breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,059 reviews)
Pluses -- clean room, friendly front desk and cleaning person, etc Minuses -- no TV channel sheet/guide in the rooms. In this day and age, with 100 or more channels on hotel TVs, trying to use the channel guide on a TV screen is tedious, slow, and often wrong. Each hotel needs a sheet of the channels ...

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Sleep Inn
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
$77 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$87 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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! (180 reviews)
Clean room, nice hotel, great staff

Reviewed on Feb 1, 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.

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 Feb 15 to Feb 16
$89 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
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! (1,000 reviews)
The room was clean, staff nice

Reviewed on Jan 18, 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
$102 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$115 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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! (999 reviews)
The room was comfortable and the staff was very helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on Jan 15, 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
$146 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$165 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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! (1,446 reviews)
Perfect stay

Reviewed on Jan 28, 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
$81 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$91 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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)
Beautiful room with a smart tv. The beds were very comfortable.

Reviewed on Dec 19, 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 Feb 10 to Feb 11
$82 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
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
$140 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$158 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
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! (1,562 reviews)
Beautiful view. Great getaway

Reviewed on Jan 21, 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
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$114 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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)
Tha staff was outstanding! Loved the whole place!!!

Reviewed on Jan 19, 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
$80 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
$90 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
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! (1,001 reviews)
Staff was great! Room was clean. Price was right

Reviewed on Jan 19, 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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