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

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Cheap Flights from RDU to ILM starting at $259 One Way, $455 Round Trip

Prices starting at $455 for return flights and $259 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.

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$455 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$455
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $455 found 1 day ago
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$455 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$455
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $455 found 1 day ago
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$481 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$481
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $481 found 1 day ago
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$491 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$491
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $491 found 1 day ago
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28
RDU
Raleigh
ILM
Wilmington
$500 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$500
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Raleigh to Wilmington, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $500 found 1 day 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 Aug 2 to Aug 3
$102 total
Aug 2 - Aug 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (184 reviews)
"The pool water did not look clean"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
$107 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$120 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (429 reviews)
"Totally worth the money. Clean, modern furniture bwith food and drink options via the onsite restaurant. Great location as it's close to everything, restaurants and the beaches. Professional staff. No complaints. I will stay here again when in the area."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Tru by Hilton Wilmington

3 out of 5
5001-A Market St Wilmington NC
$106 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$120 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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 Wrightsville Beach and Live ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (575 reviews)
"The pool was beautiful just didn’t have any towels"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

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

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
$149 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$168 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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! (1,612 reviews)
"Room didn’t have a fridge just an ice bucket but the ice machines weren’t working & reception unhelpful. The soap dispenser in the shower was empty for the whole of our stay. Not great for a Hilton property"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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
$106 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$120 total
Aug 2 - Aug 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 helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Hotel staff and room were wonderfully clean. The pool was small but it was open so that was a plus. All in all a great experience"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

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

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$96 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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! (1,153 reviews)
"The room was dirty and the trash was NEVER removed from the room"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near 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
$129 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$146 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Upgrades"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 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 Aug 2 to Aug 3
$120 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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)
"It was a nice experience for the family, found some kinda bugs in the towels but other then that it was a decent stay."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 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
$149 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$168 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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! (1,612 reviews)
"Room didn’t have a fridge just an ice bucket but the ice machines weren’t working & reception unhelpful. The soap dispenser in the shower was empty for the whole of our stay. Not great for a Hilton property"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 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
$105 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$119 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff, facility pool and breakfast are nice"

Reviewed on Jul 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 Wrightsville Beach and Live ...
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
$95 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$107 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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 (1,003 reviews)
"air con sucksed"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 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
$325 nightly
The price is $367 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$367 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
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! (1,632 reviews)
"Our trip was 7/5-7/8 and morning of 7/6 and 7/7 hammering above us started early morning and continued all DAY LONG till late afternoon. Someone came around mid day 7/7 from hotel due to complaints. Nothing was done about it. I called office that afternoon and was supposed to receive a call back. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 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
$144 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$162 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,006 reviews)
"The front desk clerk, John, was amazing. We had a multiple day stay and he helped us with our issues, big and small. The breakfast was a big plus for my littles."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 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
$103 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$117 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Friendly staff excellent breakfast"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 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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