CLT (Charlotte) to ILM (Wilmington) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is PSA Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 72 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.CLT → ILM
CLT (Charlotte) to ILM (Wilmington)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
PSA Airlines edges out American Airlines on this route — 83% vs 72% on time.
Airline Comparison
PSA Airlines leads at 83% on time; American Airlines trails at 72%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from CLT
80% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CLT has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ILM
83% on timeWhen flights into ILM are late, the average delay is 76 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ILM: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
ILM has a 2.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.