Flying from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Wilmington, where Wilmington International Airport is located. Tokyo follows the UTC+9 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your ILM to Tokyo flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from ILM to Tokyo with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located around 6 kilometers from central Wilmington, ILM can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Traveling on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near ILM. Whether you have an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Wilmington International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from ILM land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
The address for ILM is 1740 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Tokyo
$553 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return ticket right now is $897. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ILM to Tokyo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Finding a cheap flight from ILM to Tokyo is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 19 kilometers away.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from ILM to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 56 kilometers from the center of Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your ILM to Tokyo flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
You can find Tokyo Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the busiest month for flights from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Tokyo in December.
Before booking a Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ILM to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Tokyo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometers west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you want to check out another corner of Japan, head for Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometers west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are highlights.