Travelling from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Houston: what you need to know
The timezone in Houston is UTC-6. The city is one hour behind Wilmington, where Wilmington International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ILM to Houston flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
ILM is about 6 kilometres from central Wilmington. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near ILM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to Houston or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Wilmington International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from ILM arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
You'll find ILM at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Houston
$372 is currently the best price for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to Houston flight. Return plane tickets start from $436. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from ILM to Houston. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Wilmington International Airport to Houston ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ILM to Houston by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Wilmington International Airport to Houston.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Wilmington International Airport to Houston. Book one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ILM to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. Following your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near HOU. Unwind and get cosy after your ILM to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from HOU four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
You can find Houston Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month for flights from Wilmington International Airport to Houston. To escape the crowds, visit Houston in January.
Book a Wilmington International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ILM to Houston around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Houston, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Menil Collection are leading attractions which should feature on any good Houston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Houston, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its popular sights. From San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.