The official numbers are in, and ILM served 1,317,897 passengers in 2023. This figure is a new annual record, surpassing the prior record by over 21%. Throughout the year, ILM consistently broke records with eleven months of the year having the most enplanements ever recorded. In 2023, the airport received new service from Sun Countryread more
Airlines Increase Seats and Capacity, ILM Experiences Record Passenger Numbers
In August, ILM had the best August on record with total passenger numbers at 106,167, a 5% increase over the last record month, which occurred in August 2019. September and October have seen an increase in seats in the ILM market and preliminary numbers indicate September will be another record month for passengers. Nationally, fromread more
Avelo Airlines Kicks Off Service in Wilmington with First Flights to Orlando, Southern Connecticut and Washington, D.C.
Very low fares start at $59 WILMINGTON, N.C., June 30, 2022 — Avelo Airlines begins service today at its newest city, Wilmington, North Carolina, with its first route to Connecticut’s most convenient airport – Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN). Flights to Orlando International Airport (MCO) and the National Capital region via Baltimore / Washington International Airportread more
ILM Announces Leadership Promotions, Names Deputy Airport Directors
The Wilmington International Airport is pleased to announce the promotion of both Robert Campbell and Granseur Dick to Deputy Airport Director, effective July 1, 2022. Robert Campbell will be the Deputy Airport Director of Finance, Marketing, and Human Resources and Granseur Dick the Deputy Airport Director of Operations, Facilities, and Maintenance. “Bob and Granseur areread more
Wilmington International Airport and The Arts Council of Wilmington & New Hanover County Request Proposals for Public Art Commissions
The Wilmington International Airport (ILM) and The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County have embarked upon a new collaboration to incorporate art into the airport terminal. The Wilmington International Airport (ILM), in partnership with the Arts Council of Wilmington/NHC, request proposals for three public art commissions as part of ILM’s terminal expansion. Proposalsread more
Safe Travels
Have an upcoming flight? Until the coast is clear, below are steps you can take to protect yourself and others while traveling. You will also find steps ILM is taking. Together, these actions will help make travel as safe as possible for everyone. #ILMSafeTravels Some of the key changes being implemented at the airport include:read more
Spring News
ILM’s spring newsletter includes: Notes from the Airport Director, a Terminal Expansion Progress update, information on Parking Lot Resealing, as well as how ILM is Keeping the Community Informed. View the Spring News.
ILM Reaches a Major Milestone
The Wilmington International Airport has exciting news to share! In 2019 the Wilmington International Airport (ILM) reached a major milestone. In partnership with American Airlines, Delta, and United, ILM served 1,075,963 passengers! This number of passengers was a 15% increase over the prior year.(2018) Passenger growth is attributed to: an increase in capacity (larger aircraft wereread more
Holiday Travel Tips
Holiday Travel! The holidays are upon us and whether you’re going to visit friends or family (or are heading out for a surprise vacation!) your holiday experience is bound to be memorable! We’ve compiled our team & partners’ top travel tips to help make your travel experience as smooth as possible! Enjoy the holidays andread more
ILM’s Summer Newsletter
ILM’s summer newsletter is out! Would you like to have it delivered straight to your inbox? Sign-up for our e-blast. Calling all Nature Lovers! Now is the Perfect Time to Start Planning Your Fall Getaway Fall is a great time to travel as you can beat the heat, and often times, beat the lines as well. If you daydream aboutread more