Wilmington International Airport - ILM
Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is situated north of the port city of Wilmington, North Carolina, which is also the county seat of New Hanover. The airport serves nearly a million passengers with about 470,000 enplanements annually.
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Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is equipped with two runways 2,443 meters and 2,363 long, and a single terminal with 8 gates. It was first established as Bluethenthal Field in 1928 and named after the decorated World War I pilot Arthur Bluethenthal and in 1988, was renamed New Hanover County International Airport. The airport got its existing name in 1997. The airport features world-class amenities such as a putting green, art gallery, a sports hall of fame, pet area, lounge and restaurant, private nursing area and baby changing tables, electronic charging stations, US postal service, and more. Guests can also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi. The airport is also a gateway to locations such as Eagle Island, Kure Beach, Carolina Beach, Roan Island, Surf City, Wilmington, and more.
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Alternate airports to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) include Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 87 miles away, Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) in New Bern 92 miles away, and Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY) 93 miles away in Fayetteville, both in North Carolina.
Guests can enjoy 5-star amenities at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, or 3-star accommodations at Wingate by Wyndham, Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites, Courtyard by Marriott and Comfort Suites Wilmington. These hotels offer great rooms and services.