Flying from Seattle to Wilmington International Airport (ILM): What you need to know
Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore your departure options from this terminal when reserving your flights from Seattle to Wilmington International Airport (ILM).
Wilmington International Airport is located in Wilmington. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Seattle.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Seattle to ILM. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kms (14 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Wilmington International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is around 3 kms (2 miles) from central Seattle. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Seattle to ILM flight? Kick back in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
About Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Wilmington International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ILM instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Wilmington International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and experience more of Wilmington and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Seattle to Wilmington International Airport flight.
The address for ILM is 1740 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to central Wilmington
Wilmington International Airport is around 4 miles from central Wilmington. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 2 hours 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
£135 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Wilmington International Airport. Return flights start at £258. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Seattle to ILM, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Seattle to Wilmington International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Wilmington International Airport (ILM). Visit Wilmington in February for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Seattle to ILM plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Wilmington, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Wilmington International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Wilmington
After booking your flight from Seattle to Wilmington International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Wilmington:
Your trip to Wilmington wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Airlie Gardens, Historic District and Wilmington Riverwalk.
Explore more of the United States
Wilmington has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kms (180 miles) north-west of Wilmington, a visit to Charlotte will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 177 kms (110 miles) north of Wilmington, Raleigh is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
