Travelling from Islip Airport (ISP) to Wilmington Airport (ILM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Islip Airport to Wilmington Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
To ensure you get on your ISP to ILM flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Breeze Airways is your gateway to exploring Wilmington (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Islip Airport to Wilmington Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Breeze Airways.
Avelo Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for ISP to ILM flights, with 89.47% of services landing on schedule.
If you want to visit a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Islip Airport to Wilmington Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is a well-known stop between ISP and ILM.
Handy information about Islip Airport (ISP)
You'll find ISP at 100 Arrivals Avenue.
76% of flights that leave from Islip Airport reach their destination on time.
Islip Airport is around 6 kms (4 miles) from central Islip. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Islip Airport to Wilmington Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to ISP:
Arriving at Wilmington Airport (ILM)
If you're arriving on a late Islip Airport to Wilmington Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ILM:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Wilmington Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Wilmington and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Wilmington Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Wilmington Airport (ILM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Islip Airport to Wilmington Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Wilmington in March.
When booking your flight from Islip Airport to Wilmington Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Wilmington, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ISP to ILM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Wilmington has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 290 kms (180 miles) north-west of Wilmington, a visit to Charlotte will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United States, consider Virginia Beach, about 338 kms (210 miles) north-east of Wilmington. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park are key reasons to visit.
