Travelling from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Wilmington and Washington DC are in the same timezone, UTC-4.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your ILM to IAD flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Wilmington International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ILM and IAD:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
LaGuardia Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is £88. A return ticket right now is £199. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ILM to IAD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Wilmington International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ILM to IAD.
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Handy information about Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
ILM's address is 1740 Airport Boulevard.
Of the flights that depart from Wilmington International Airport, 79.81% land on time at their destination.
To get to Wilmington International Airport from central Wilmington, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near ILM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you're landing on a late Wilmington International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near IAD:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt to explore Washington DC and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Washington Dulles International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport is roughly 35 miles from central Washington DC. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Washington DC. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Wilmington International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ILM to IAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 200 miles north-east to New York to tick off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 120 miles north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.