Flying from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of Wilmington, where Wilmington International Airport is located. Tokyo runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your ILM to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from ILM to Tokyo with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The journey from central Wilmington to ILM takes about 2 hours 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to ILM? If you're boarding an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights departing from Wilmington International Airport, 79.81% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find ILM at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Tokyo
The best price we've found for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo flight is R 11,871. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,306. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from ILM to Tokyo, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo ticket.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ILM to Tokyo.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is around 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 1 hour.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near NRT. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your ILM to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:
Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are usually higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Tokyo in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book a Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ILM to Tokyo in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Tokyo travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
