Flying from London to Wilmington International Airport (ILM): What you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Wilmington International Airport (ILM), you'll have a good selection of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Wilmington is four hours behind London. Wilmington International Airport is located in Wilmington, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from London to ILM.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
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 popular options:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Wilmington International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to ILM flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your London to Wilmington International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Wilmington International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ILM instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Wilmington International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and find adventure across Wilmington and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks before your London to Wilmington International Airport flight.
You'll find ILM at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to central Wilmington
Wilmington International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Wilmington. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Wilmington International Airport is ر.ق. 1,656. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 2,561. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to ILM. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your London to Wilmington International Airport ticket.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on flight tickets from London to ILM.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the 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)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Wilmington. July is when most people book flights from London to Wilmington International Airport (ILM), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a London to ILM flight ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Wilmington to range from 23ºC to 32ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from London to Wilmington International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Wilmington
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Wilmington right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from London to Wilmington International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Airlie Gardens, Historic District and Wilmington Riverwalk are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Wilmington itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Wilmington, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 290 kilometres north-west to Charlotte to check off its top sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres north of Wilmington, Raleigh is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
