ILM receives early holiday gift from United Airlines

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — United Airlines announced they are increasing service to Chicago next summer with flights offered daily. The airline will also offer new nonstop service to Denver on Saturdays during the summer season. Travelers may begin booking today.

United served Wilmington to Chicago O’Hare with weekend-only service last summer. The passenger demand led the airline to increase service between Wilmington and Chicago O’Hare from twice weekly (Sat & Sun) to daily. Denver is a new nonstop being offered by the legacy carrier. Denver, known as the “outdoor capital of the U.S” did not have a nonstop from Wilmington by any air carrier prior.

With these additions, United now serves three of its mainland hubs from Wilmington, Chicago, Denver, and New York/Newark.

“United is proud to offer Wilmington residents, and travelers passing through, more flexibility when traveling,” said Mark Weithofer, Managing Director, Domestic Planning, United. “Chicago and Denver are not only fantastic cities to visit, but they are home to our two largest hubs, helping to unlock travel to the most popular destinations.”

“Denver has been a top unserved market for Wilmington. We’re excited United is beginning service on Saturdays and linking our two cities. United is growing their presence at Wilmington, with nonstops to Newark, Chicago, and Denver, and we thank them for choosing our market for this growth,” stated Jeff Bourk, ILM Airport Director.