MSP (Minneapolis) to ILM (Wilmington) flights arrive on time 69% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 71%. The average delay is 63 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.MSP → ILM
MSP (Minneapolis) to ILM (Wilmington)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 69% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
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Departing from MSP
84% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MSP 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.