Wilmington International Airport - ILM
Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is situated north of the port city of Wilmington, North Carolina, which is also the county seat of New Hanover. The airport serves nearly a million passengers with about 470,000 enplanements annually.
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Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is equipped with two runways 2,443 meters and 2,363 long, and a single terminal with 8 gates. It was first established as Bluethenthal Field in 1928 and named after the decorated World War I pilot Arthur Bluethenthal and in 1988, was renamed New Hanover County International Airport. The airport got its existing name in 1997. The airport features world-class amenities such as a putting green, art gallery, a sports hall of fame, pet area, lounge and restaurant, private nursing area and baby changing tables, electronic charging stations, US postal service, and more. Guests can also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi. The airport is also a gateway to locations such as Eagle Island, Kure Beach, Carolina Beach, Roan Island, Surf City, Wilmington, and more.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Alternate airports to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) include Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 87 miles away, Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) in New Bern 92 miles away, and Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY) 93 miles away in Fayetteville, both in North Carolina.
Guests can enjoy 5-star amenities at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, or 3-star accommodations at Wingate by Wyndham, Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites, Courtyard by Marriott and Comfort Suites Wilmington. These hotels offer great rooms and services.
On this page it is easy to search for Wilmington, NC airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Wilmington, NC, United States (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the ILM airport.
Most of these ILM
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Wilmington, NC
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the ILM airport are Johnnie Mercer's Pier, Bellamy Mansion Museum, and Halyburton Park.
Map of Wilmington, NC Hotels
View all Wilmington, NC, United States (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Wilmington, NC, United States (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) location map.
Weather Forecast for Wilmington, NC, United States (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
If you planning to travel to Wilmington, NC, United States (ILM-Wilmington Intl.), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 10:04 AM.
The temperature feels like 68.85 with a humidity level of 79 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 12 percent with visibility at 11 percent.
Today’s UV index is 9, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling east-northeast at a speed of 6 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 12:12 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Tuesday
5/21
Few clouds
69°F
High: 79°F
Low: 63°F
Precipitation: 0%
Today
5/22
Scattered clouds
73°F
High: 84°F
Low: 68°F
Precipitation: 0%
Thursday
5/23
Scattered clouds
77°F
High: 87°F
Low: 72°F
Precipitation: 0%
Friday
5/24
Broken clouds
79°F
High: 88°F
Low: 73°F
Precipitation: 20%
Saturday
5/25
Thunderstorm with rain
80°F
High: 90°F
Low: 73°F
Precipitation: 60%
Sunday
5/26
Scattered clouds
79°F
High: 92°F
Low: 77°F
Precipitation: 45%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Wilmington, NC ILM airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free ILM airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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