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

Wings Over Carolina Beach

November 26, 2025

Event Update: Wings Over Carolina Beach Airshow Due to unfavorable weather conditions that affect both Friday’s essential setup activities (getting vessels in the water, placing buoys, and welcoming performers) and Saturday’s air show window, the Wings Over Carolina Beach Airshow has been canceled. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the partners who worked tirelessly read more about Wings Over Carolina Beach

Travel Update

November 7, 2025

The ILM airport is open and operations continue with limited delays. Please note, there could be flight delays or cancellations throughout the national airspace system. Airlines will communicate directly with travelers if flight disruptions arise. Further, ILM advises travelers to check flight status directly with their airlines before heading to the airport.

New Hanover County Airport Authority Welcomes Appointed Members, Elects Officers

September 8, 2025

The New Hanover County Airport Authority is pleased to welcome Mr. Andrew R. Jones to the Authority. Jones was appointed to the Airport Authority by the New Hanover County Commissioners on July 21, 2025, for a four-year term. Jones is Managing Partner, North Carolina for the law firm Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. Mr. Jones counsels read more about New Hanover County Airport Authority Welcomes Appointed Members, Elects Officers

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

Travel Alert Update

January 23, 2025

The airport opened for flight operations at 10:15a yesterday (Jan 22nd) and continues to be open and safe for commercial flight operations.  Some flights are arriving/departing however airlines may have delays or cancellations.  Please check directly with your airline for flight status before heading to ILM.