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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Wilmington from $197

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3:00 pm - 10:34 pmDSM-ILM
6h 34m1 stop
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6:00 am - 10:38 amILM-DSM
5h 38m1 stop
$259Delta
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Sat, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 14
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3:00 pm - 10:34 pmDSM-ILM
6h 34m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 2:19 pmILM-DSM
9h 19m2 stops
$264Delta
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Sat, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 9:51 pmDSM-ILM
8h 36m2 stops
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5:00 am - 11:42 amILM-DSM
7h 42m2 stops
$269American Airlines
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Sat, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 9:15 pmDSM-ILM
8h 40m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:51 pm - 11:23 pmILM-DSM
6h 32m1 stop
$289American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
Delta Logo
5:16 pm - 11:51 pmDSM-ILM
5h 35m1 stop
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11:55 am - 7:34 pmILM-DSM
8h 39m1 stop
$294Delta
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Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 3
Delta Logo
5:16 pm - 11:51 pmDSM-ILM
5h 35m1 stop
Delta Logo
2:32 pm - 8:54 pmILM-DSM
7h 22m2 stops
$299Delta
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Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 11:35 pmDSM-ILM
11h 00m2 stops
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6:00 am - 2:20 pmILM-DSM
9h 20m2 stops
$319United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 10
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 10:34 pmDSM-ILM
6h 34m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 2:37 pmILM-DSM
8h 37m1 stop
$329Delta
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Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 10
Delta Logo
12:31 pm - 10:34 pmDSM-ILM
9h 03m2 stops
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7:00 am - 2:37 pmILM-DSM
8h 37m1 stop
$334Delta
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Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 10
Delta Logo
4:25 pm - 11:51 pmDSM-ILM
6h 26m2 stops
Delta Logo
2:32 pm - 9:24 pmILM-DSM
7h 52m2 stops
$339Delta
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Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 3

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Wilmington

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Wilmington flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 6
DSM11:35 amDes Moines
11h 00m
2 stops
ILM11:35 pmWilmington New Hanover County
Dec 10
ILM6:00 amWilmington New Hanover County
9h 20m
2 stops
DSM2:20 pmDes Moines
$319
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United Airlines
Jan 6
DSM3:35 pmDes Moines
23h 10m
3 stops
ILM3:45 pmWilmington New Hanover County
Jan 13
ILM6:00 amWilmington New Hanover County
15h 34m
2 stops
DSM8:34 pmDes Moines
$695
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United Airlines
Dec 13
DSM11:35 amDes Moines
11h 00m
3 stops
ILM11:35 pmWilmington New Hanover County
Dec 14
ILM6:00 amWilmington New Hanover County
9h 20m
2 stops
DSM2:20 pmDes Moines
$709
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Delta flights from Des Moines to Wilmington

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Wilmington flight tickets
Delta
Dec 13
DSM3:00 pmDes Moines
6h 34m
1 stop
ILM10:34 pmWilmington New Hanover County
Dec 14
ILM6:00 amWilmington New Hanover County
5h 38m
1 stop
DSM10:38 amDes Moines
$259
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Delta
Dec 13
DSM3:00 pmDes Moines
6h 34m
1 stop
ILM10:34 pmWilmington New Hanover County
Dec 14
ILM6:00 amWilmington New Hanover County
9h 19m
2 stops
DSM2:19 pmDes Moines
$264
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Delta
Jan 30
DSM5:16 pmDes Moines
5h 35m
1 stop
ILM11:51 pmWilmington New Hanover County
Feb 3
ILM11:55 amWilmington New Hanover County
8h 39m
1 stop
DSM7:34 pmDes Moines
$294
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Des MoinesWilmington

DSM - ILM

DSMILM

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

3:00 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 38m

$259

Des MoinesWilmington

DSM - ILM

DSMILM

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

3:00 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-2:19 pm

2 stops9h 19m

$264

Des MoinesWilmington

DSM - ILM

DSMILM

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

12:15 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops8h 36m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 12/14

5:00 am-11:42 am

2 stops7h 42m

$269

Des MoinesWilmington

DSM - ILM

DSMILM

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

11:35 am-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 1/18

5:51 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$289

Des MoinesWilmington

DSM - ILM

DSMILM

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

5:16 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 2/3

11:55 am-7:34 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$294

Des MoinesWilmington

DSM - ILM

DSMILM

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

5:16 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 2/3

2:32 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops7h 22m

$299

Des MoinesWilmington

DSM - ILM

DSMILM

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

11:35 am-11:35 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$319

Des MoinesWilmington

DSM - ILM

DSMILM

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

3:00 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-2:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$329

Des MoinesWilmington

DSM - ILM

DSMILM

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

12:31 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops9h 03m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-2:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$334

Des MoinesWilmington

DSM - ILM

DSMILM

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

4:25 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops6h 26m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 2/3

2:32 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops7h 52m

$339

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Wilmington?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Wilmington from Des Moines, with most prices found around $273. If you don’t want to visit Wilmington in May, then you should wait until September to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $281.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Wilmington?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Wilmington is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $321. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $508. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Wilmington.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Wilmington?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Wilmington is in the morning. Flights from Des Moines to Wilmington during this time can be as low as $353. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $416.

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  • How far is Des Moines to Wilmington New Hanover County by plane?

    The distance between Des Moines and Wilmington New Hanover County is about 995.1 mi. Flights usually cover this in 4h 35m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Wilmington New Hanover County Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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DeltaPriceFrom $247Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $258Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,047 reviews
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