Flying from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport (ILM): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at Atlanta's main airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Explore your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) departing from this terminal.
The average length of a direct Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport flight is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Wilmington International Airport is located in Wilmington. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Atlanta.
With 28 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 8:15am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from ATL to ILM is with Delta Air Lines at 10:38pm.
To ensure you catch your flight from Atlanta to ILM, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) can be booked from this terminal.
Delta Air Lines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport departing from ATL.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Delta Air Lines between ATL and ILM.
Delta Air Lines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 81.36% of its services landing as scheduled.
The journey from central Atlanta to ATL takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
When it comes to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport's on-time performance, 76.64% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ILM:
Travel at your own speed with a Wilmington International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and chase adventure across Wilmington and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Atlanta 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 roughly 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
Currently, R 1,464 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,750. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Atlanta to ILM, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport (ILM). July is when most people travel to Wilmington. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Wilmington is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Atlanta to ILM plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Wilmington
Start your Wilmington trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Wilmington International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of things to do in Wilmington when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Airlie Gardens followed by Historic District and Wilmington Riverwalk.
Explore more of the United States
Wilmington has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres north-west of Wilmington, a visit to Charlotte will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Raleigh, roughly 177 kilometres north of Wilmington. North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park are the start of reasons to visit.
