Flying from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport (ILM): What you need to know
Orlando's main airport is Orlando International Airport (MCO). Explore your options for departing from here when searching for your flights from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport (ILM).
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 45 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Orlando to Wilmington International Airport flight.
Wilmington's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Orlando. Wilmington International Airport is located in Wilmington.
You can pick from 4 direct flights each week between Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Wilmington International Airport (ILM). This is the most popular route, with Avelo Airlines offering a 9:45am departure from MCO to ILM.
Your flight from Orlando to ILM won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more people on the move during busy months like March, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) leave from this terminal.
When departing from MCO, you can take a direct flight from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport with Breeze Airways.
Breeze Airways is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from MCO to ILM.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Avelo Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 77.14% of the time.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Orlando, MCO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Orlando International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Orlando International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Orlando to SFB in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport the day before your Orlando to ILM flight:
69% of flights out of Orlando Sanford International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
Have a late flight from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near ILM and turn in quicker:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Orlando to Wilmington International Airport flight.
The street address for ILM is 1740 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to central Wilmington
Wilmington International Airport to central Wilmington is about 6 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
Right now, RM254 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM511. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Orlando to ILM. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Orlando to Wilmington International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport (ILM). Plan your visit to Wilmington in November for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Orlando to ILM plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Wilmington, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Wilmington
After booking your flight from Orlando to Wilmington International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Wilmington:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Wilmington when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Airlie Gardens followed by Wilmington Riverwalk and Cameron Art Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Wilmington has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres northwest of Wilmington, a trip to Charlotte will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Raleigh is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 177 kilometres north of Wilmington. No journey is complete without dropping by North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
