Travelling from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Wilmington Airport (ILM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Rochester Airport to Wilmington Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
To ensure you catch your ROC to ILM flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Avelo Airlines offers direct flights from Rochester Airport to Wilmington Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Wilmington — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
Avelo Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With an impressive 83.33% of services arriving as scheduled, Avelo Airlines has the best on-time performance for ROC to ILM flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rochester Airport to Wilmington Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ROC and ILM:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Handy information about Rochester Airport (ROC)
ROC is located at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
Of the flights that depart from Rochester Airport, 72% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Rochester Airport from central Rochester, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to ROC? If you're catching an early flight from Rochester Airport to Wilmington Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Wilmington Airport (ILM)
Consider staying in a hotel near ILM if you're catching a late Rochester Airport to Wilmington Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Wilmington Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and explore beyond Wilmington's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Wilmington Airport about two weeks ahead.
When to fly to Wilmington Airport (ILM)
The quietest month for a flight from Rochester Airport to Wilmington Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Wilmington based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Rochester Airport to Wilmington Airport for July if you'd like to visit Wilmington during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ROC to ILM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Wilmington, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 290 kilometres north-west to Charlotte to tick off its top sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Wilmington, Virginia Beach is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.
