Flying from Wilmington Airport (ILM) to Nashville Airport (BNA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Wilmington Airport to Nashville Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Nashville's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Nashville one hour behind Wilmington.
Your ILM to BNA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Nashville (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy with Avelo Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Wilmington Airport to Nashville Airport.
Avelo Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Avelo Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ILM to BNA flights. A dependable 84.21% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Wilmington Airport to Nashville Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ILM and BNA:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Handy information about Wilmington Airport (ILM)
You'll find ILM at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Wilmington Airport, data shows 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Wilmington Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Wilmington. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near ILM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Wilmington Airport to Nashville Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Nashville Airport (BNA)
Book a hotel close to BNA if you're taking a late Wilmington Airport to Nashville Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Nashville Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and find adventure across Nashville and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Nashville Airport around one week before your travel date.
When to fly to Nashville Airport (BNA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Wilmington Airport to Nashville Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Nashville in March.
The warmest month in Nashville is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Wilmington Airport to Nashville Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ILM to BNA in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Nashville, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 402 kilometres north to Indianapolis to check off its leading attractions. From Lucas Oil Stadium to Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, consider Memphis, roughly 322 kilometres west of Nashville. Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum are key reasons to visit.
