Winter Storm Update

January 30, 2026

The airport’s snow and ice plan has been activated.  ILM’s snow removal team and snow and ice equipment are ready for potential winter weather. Safety is our top priority. ILM appreciates our dedicated Maintenance and Operations teams who will be onsite throughout the storm.   Airlines will make decisions regarding flight schedules. We encourage travelers read more about Winter Storm Update

Avelo Airlines Announces Two New Routes at ILM, including First International Destination

August 14, 2025

Avelo Airlines today announced two new routes at Wilmington International Airport (ILM) – Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, ILM’s first international route, and West Palm Beach, Florida. Avelo is the only airline offering nonstop service between ILM and these two destinations. Affordable one-way fares start at $57*. Avelo will operate these routes twice a week utilizing read more about Avelo Airlines Announces Two New Routes at ILM, including First International Destination

Breeze Announces Four New Routes from Wilmington

May 7, 2025

 Breeze Airways, the premium leisure carrier offering affordable flights across the U.S., today announced four new routes from Wilmington to Akron-Canton, Ohio; Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; Tampa, Fla.; and Long Island-Islip, N.Y., starting this fall, with fares from $39* one-way. Breeze also announced it will double its weekly service from Wilmington to Orlando, Fla. starting in September. read more about Breeze Announces Four New Routes from Wilmington

Breeze Debuts from Wilmington NC with Nonstops to Hartford, Orlando, Fort Myers, and Providence

February 13, 2025

 Breeze Airways, the premium leisure carrier offering affordable nonstop service across the U.S., launches four new nonstop routes from Wilmington today and tomorrow, to Hartford, Connecticut; Orlando and Fort Myers, Florida, and Providence, Rhode Island. Wilmington marks Breeze’s third North Carolina destination, including Raleigh-Durham and New Bern/Coastal Cities. Beginning this week, Wilmington travelers can fly Breeze read more about Breeze Debuts from Wilmington NC with Nonstops to Hartford, Orlando, Fort Myers, and Providence

ILM Receives Early Holiday Gift from United Airlines

December 19, 2024

United Airlines announced they are increasing service to Chicago next summer with flights offered daily between ILM and ORD. The airline will also offer new nonstop service to Denver (DEN) on Saturdays during the summer season. Travelers may begin booking today. United served Wilmington to Chicago O’Hare with weekend-only service last summer. The passenger demand read more about ILM Receives Early Holiday Gift from United Airlines

Visit from President Biden and Flights

May 1, 2024

With President Biden utilizing ILM this Thursday, we anticipate minor impacts to commercial flight operations.  We encourage travelers to check their flight status directly with the airlines for the most up to date information. Additionally, travelers may want to allow extra time, in the event there are temporary road closures or changes in traffic patterns.  read more about Visit from President Biden and Flights

Avelo Airlines Announces Two New Florida Destinations from Wilmington, NC: Tampa and West Palm Beach  

March 30, 2023

Avelo is also adding more flights to OrlandoIntroductory one-way fares start at $29 Avelo Airlines today announced it is expanding service from Wilmington, NC, to two new nonstop Florida destinations — West Palm Beach and Tampa. Avelo will be the only airline offering nonstop flights between Wilmington International Airport (ILM) and these two cities, bringing read more about Avelo Airlines Announces Two New Florida Destinations from Wilmington, NC: Tampa and West Palm Beach  

Avelo Airlines Adds Second Sunshine State Destination from Wilmington, NC – Fort Lauderdale

July 27, 2022

Avelo Airlines today announced it is expanding its service from Wilmington, NC with the addition of a fourth popular destination — Fort Lauderdale, FL. Avelo will begin exclusive service to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) on November 11. Introductory fares between ILM and FLL start at $39*. Customers can read more about Avelo Airlines Adds Second Sunshine State Destination from Wilmington, NC – Fort Lauderdale

Avelo Airlines Kicks Off Service in Wilmington with First Flights to Orlando, Southern Connecticut and Washington, D.C.

June 30, 2022

Very low fares start at $59 WILMINGTON, N.C., June 30, 2022 — Avelo Airlines begins service today at its newest city, Wilmington, North Carolina, with its first route to Connecticut’s most convenient airport – Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN). Flights to Orlando International Airport (MCO) and the National Capital region via Baltimore / Washington International Airport read more about Avelo Airlines Kicks Off Service in Wilmington with First Flights to Orlando, Southern Connecticut and Washington, D.C.