Travelling from Wilmington Airport (ILM) to Birmingham Airport (BHM): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ILM to BHM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Wilmington Airport to Birmingham Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between ILM and BHM:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
New York LaGuardia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington Airport (ILM) to Birmingham Airport (BHM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Wilmington Airport to Birmingham Airport flight is C$393. A return plane ticket right now is C$599. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ILM to BHM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Wilmington Airport to Birmingham Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Wilmington Airport to Birmingham Airport.
Handy information about Wilmington Airport (ILM)
The address for ILM is 1740 Airport Boulevard.
Of the departures from Wilmington Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Wilmington Airport from central Wilmington, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near ILM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Wilmington Airport to Birmingham Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHM)
Reserve a hotel near BHM if you're taking a late Wilmington Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Birmingham Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Avis or Hertz to explore Birmingham and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Birmingham Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
From Birmingham Airport, Birmingham is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHM)
October is the busiest month for flights from Wilmington Airport to Birmingham Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Birmingham in March.
Before locking in your flight from Wilmington Airport to Birmingham Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ILM to BHM in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Memphis is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Birmingham. Around 354 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum.
Next stop? Make your way to New South Memphis. It's located about 338 kilometres north-west of Birmingham and features highlights like Big River Crossing.
