Winter Weather Alert

With the anticipated winter weather, ILM’s operations, facilities, and maintenance teams have plans in place and are prepared to work 24/7 to keep the airport terminal, runways, and taxiways available for commercial flight operations. The airlines are the best source of information for any possible flight impacts. ILM advises travelers to please check flight status read more about Winter Weather Alert

JetBlue a220 aircraft in front of a hangar with the JetBlue logo

JetBlue Launches New Service at ILM

JetBlue announced this morning it is starting service at the Wilmington International Airport. The airline will offer daily nonstop service between ILM and Boston (BOS) from April 30th-October 25th. JetBlue will operate the flights on their A220, which offers wider seats, large windows and overhead bins, as well as the latest tech and entertainment in-flight. read more about JetBlue Launches New Service at ILM

New Traffic Pattern Alert

Beginning Jan 7th, access to the terminal building is available only through the new South Gardner Rd. by turning right from Airport Blvd. Travelers may access Lot F by continuing straight on Airport Blvd.

ILM Receives Early Holiday Gift from United Airlines

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

Avelo Airlines Announces Significant Expansion in Wilmington with New Base, More Airplanes, More Routes and More Jobs

WILMINGTON, N.C.; December 4, 2024 — Avelo Airlines announced today it will open a base at Wilmington International Airport (ILM) in April 2025. The new base enables Avelo to significantly expand the affordable, convenient and reliable air service the airline introduced to Wilmington in June 2022. Affordable one-way fares start at $44*. Travelers can book read more about Avelo Airlines Announces Significant Expansion in Wilmington with New Base, More Airplanes, More Routes and More Jobs

Breeze Airways Announces New Service from Wilmington with Nonstops to Hartford, Orlando, Fort Myers and Providence

Wilmington, NC (August 7, 2024) – Breeze Airways, the premium leisure low-cost carrier offering affordable nonstop service across the U.S., today announced new service from Wilmington with four nonstop routes to Hartford, Orlando, Fort Myers, and Providence, starting in February, 2025. Wilmington marks Breeze’s third city in North Carolina, including Raleigh-Durham and New Bern/Coastal Cities. read more about Breeze Airways Announces New Service from Wilmington with Nonstops to Hartford, Orlando, Fort Myers and Providence

Visit from President Biden and Flights

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

Wilmington International Airport Awarded $4 Million from the FAA

The Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is pleased to announce the airport received a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Terminal grant award. The Airport Terminals Program was created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.  The FAA received 636 applications that totaled over $7 billion in projects for the FY24 Program. Through the competitive grant process, the FAA read more about Wilmington International Airport Awarded $4 Million from the FAA

American Airlines Extends Seasonal Service to Miami, Now with New Daily Flights Over the Summer

Over the weekend, American Airlines enhanced its summer schedules, which included increased service from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Miami International Airport (MIA). Starting June 5th, American will operate daily service between ILM and MIA. The airline announced the new nonstop service last summer with Saturday only flights operating from November-May. “American is thrilled to read more about American Airlines Extends Seasonal Service to Miami, Now with New Daily Flights Over the Summer