Flying from London to Wilmington International Airport (ILM): What you need to know
Wilmington is five hours behind London. Wilmington International Airport is located in Wilmington, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from London to ILM. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to ILM. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
LHR is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Wilmington International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to ILM flight:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving right on cue.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early London to Wilmington International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to London Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
STN has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and reach your final stop as expected.
About Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
Have a late flight from London to Wilmington International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near ILM and hit the lights earlier:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your London to Wilmington International Airport flight.
ILM is located at 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 taking a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
Currently, ₹ 57,202 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Wilmington International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 81,426. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from London to ILM, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap London to Wilmington International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from London to ILM couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London to Wilmington International Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
July is the busiest month for flights from London to Wilmington International Airport (ILM). Plan your visit to Wilmington in November for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Wilmington is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 32ºC. Book your London to ILM plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Wilmington International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 16ºC.
More about Wilmington
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Wilmington right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from London to Wilmington International Airport:
Your visit to Wilmington should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Airlie Gardens, Wilmington Riverwalk and Cameron Art Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Wilmington, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 290 kilometres northwest to Charlotte to check off its top attractions. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometres north of Wilmington, Raleigh is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
