What airlines fly to Chicago?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Wilmington according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 73% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago?

JetBlue, Sun Country Air, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago

How many flights depart from Wilmington to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between Wilmington and Chicago is 5 per day as of July 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00PM, with 90% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Wilmington to Chicago on average per week?

37 flights are operational weekly from Wilmington to Chicago as of July 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago?

As of July 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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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11:54 am - 1:26 pmILM-ORD

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Jul 18

ILM4:59 pmWilmington New Hanover County

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ILM4:59 pmWilmington New Hanover County

2h 36m

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ILM5:00 pmWilmington New Hanover County

6h 27m

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ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ILM5:34 pmWilmington New Hanover County

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Wilmington, with most prices found around $228. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in January, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Wilmington to Chicago during July average around $260.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $338. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Wilmington to Chicago for around $517.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is at noon. Flights from Wilmington to Chicago during this time can be as low as $291. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the evening when prices are around $388.

What is the cheapest Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Wilmington when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $310 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Wilmington for as low as $244 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	2h 29m
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The best one-way flight to Chicago from Wilmington in the past 72 hours is $106. The best round-trip flight deal from Wilmington to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $209.

The fastest flight from Wilmington to Chicago takes 2h 29m

Direct flights go from Wilmington to Chicago every day.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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How far is Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago by plane?
Wilmington New Hanover County and Chicago are 747.8 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 29m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago?
As of July 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Wilmington New Hanover County Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Wilmington to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Wilmington to Chicago is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (27.62% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 175 (25.41%), Airbus A319 (22.93%), and Embraer 170 (18.23%).
What is the most popular airline from Wilmington to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Wilmington to Chicago is American Airlines (87% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is United Airlines (13%).

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United Airlines Flights From Wilmington to Chicago
United Airlines operates around 7 flights from Wilmington to Chicago every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $333, but momondo users have found United Airlines deals from Wilmington to Chicago from as low as $249 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 8,846 reviews.
American Airlines Flights From Wilmington to Chicago
American Airlines (7.2/10 from 10,000 reviews) operates around 16 flights from Wilmington to Chicago in any given week. The average American Airlines airfare for this route is around $316, with deals from around $209 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Wilmington to Chicago flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Wilmington, with most prices found around $228. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in January, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Wilmington to Chicago during July average around $260.

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

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is at noon. Flights from Wilmington to Chicago during this time can be as low as $291. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the evening when prices are around $388.

What is the cheapest Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Wilmington to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a Wilmington to Chicago flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago?

JetBlue, Sun Country Air, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Wilmington New Hanover County to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

How many flights depart from Wilmington to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between Wilmington and Chicago is 5 per day as of July 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00PM, with 90% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Wilmington to Chicago on average per week?

37 flights are operational weekly from Wilmington to Chicago as of July 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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