DFW (Dallas) to ILM (Wilmington) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is null at 82%. 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 May 2026.DFW → ILM
DFW (Dallas) to ILM (Wilmington)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
null is significantly more reliable on this route at 82% on time vs American Airlines at 65%.
Airline Comparison
leads at 82% on time; American Airlines trails at 65%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DFW
77% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DFW has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~23 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DFW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
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 ~14 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 May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.