Cheap Flights from Wilmington to Detroit Wayne County

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Detroit Wayne County

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

Wilmington to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

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

Wilmington to Detroit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,104
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Wilmington to Detroit Wayne County: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Wilmington to Detroit Wayne County is R 4,311. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Wilmington to Detroit Wayne County. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 4,311.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Wilmington to Detroit Wayne County.
The cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to Detroit Wayne County is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wilmington Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Monday, 11 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Wilmington Airport and Detroit Wayne County Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Detroit Wayne County 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 Detroit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Detroit Wayne County.

Travelling from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know

  • Wilmington and Detroit share the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Your ILM to DTW flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Wilmington International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between ILM and DTW include:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • Philadelphia International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Currently, R 3,104 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,311. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ILM to DTW if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Wilmington International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from ILM to DTW is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Wilmington International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

  • ILM's address is 1740 Airport Boulevard.

  • Of all flights leaving Wilmington International Airport, 79.81% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Wilmington to Wilmington International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of about 2 hours 50 minutes when using public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to ILM:

Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit

  • DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

  • From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Detroit is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Detroit. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Detroit is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Wilmington International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from ILM to DTW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Detroit is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres west of Detroit, a visit to Chicago will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

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