Travelling from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport (ILM): What you need to know
Tampa's main airport is Tampa International Airport (TPA). Check out your departure options from this terminal when booking flights from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport (ILM).
The average time for a direct Tampa to Wilmington International Airport flight is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Wilmington (where Wilmington International Airport is located) and Tampa share the UTC-5 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is the busiest route, with 3 direct services every week. Travel from TPA to ILM on Avelo Airlines's 9:30am flight.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tampa to ILM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like March? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Fly without interruptions from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Nonstop flights from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) operate from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport with Breeze Airways. This top airline offers services from TPA.
The most frequently booked airline between TPA and ILM is Breeze Airways.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Avelo Airlines.
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kms (7 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Tampa International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
PIE is about 32 kms (20 miles) from central Tampa. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Tampa to ILM flight? Unwind in a hotel near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near ILM and hit the pillow fast:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Tampa to Wilmington International Airport flight.
ILM is located at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to central Wilmington
Wilmington International Airport to central Wilmington is about 6 kms (4 miles). If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
Right now, £34 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £75. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Tampa to ILM.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. November is the quietest month to visit Wilmington. July is when most people book flights from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport (ILM), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Wilmington is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 32ºC. Book your Tampa to ILM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC.
More about Wilmington
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Wilmington International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Wilmington:
Airlie Gardens and Wilmington Riverwalk are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Wilmington must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Cameron Art Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Wilmington, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 290 kms (180 miles) northwest to Charlotte to tick off its top attractions. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United States, head for Raleigh, about 177 kms (110 miles) north of Wilmington. North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park are highlights.
