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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Wilmington flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Chicago to Wilmington

Chicago to Wilmington: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago to Wilmington below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Wilmington.

Chicago to Wilmington: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found177 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week56

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Wilmington: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Wilmington is 177 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Wilmington.
American Airlines, Envoy Air and United fly direct from Chicago to Wilmington.
As of July 2025, there are 28 flights per week flying from Chicago to Wilmington.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Wilmington is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Wilmington Airport on Thursday, 24 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 16 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Wilmington but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Wilmington is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Wilmington is United .

Travelling from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport (ILM): What you need to know

  • The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) jetting off from either of these.

  • Around 2 hours 15 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Chicago to Wilmington International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Wilmington is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Wilmington International Airport is located in Wilmington.

  • The busiest route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Wilmington International Airport (ILM). Choose from 6 direct services each week. American Airlines operates a 8am departure between ORD and ILM.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Chicago to ILM.

  • If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) are available from here.

  • When jetting out of ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport with American Airlines.

  • American Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from ORD to ILM.

  • The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • 74.85% of flights that leave from O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Chicago to ILM flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

  • Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.

  • You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to arrive by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you're on public transport.

  • Make catching an early Chicago to Wilmington International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:

  • The on-time performance record of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.

  • You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.

About Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

Getting from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to central Wilmington

  • Wilmington International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Wilmington. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 2 hours 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

  • Currently, 94 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 177 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to ILM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Chicago to Wilmington International Airport ticket.

  • Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Chicago to ILM by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.

  • Nail down a great price on a flight from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport (ILM), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Wilmington based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Wilmington is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Chicago to ILM plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Wilmington International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Wilmington

Explore more of the United States

  • Wilmington is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres north-west of Wilmington, a trip to Charlotte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.

  • Raleigh is another essential stop in the United States and is around 177 kilometres north of Wilmington. No trip is complete without visiting North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.

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