Lost & Found
Lost something at Wilmington International Airport? Report it immediately — airport lost and found offices hold items for 30–90 days, but recovery rates drop sharply after the first 24 hours.
Left somewhere in the airport (not at security)
Airport Lost and Found
910-341-4336Location: Items lost in terminal common areas or gate areas are logged by ILM Dispatch; items lost at the security checkpoint are handled by TSA in person at the airport; items left on an aircraft are handled directly by the airline.
Hours: Not published online — call ILM Dispatch to confirm current hours before visiting.
Left at the TSA security checkpoint
TSA Lost Property
1-866-289-9673If the item was left at the security checkpoint, TSA advises contacting the checkpoint directly first since local checkpoint staff often hold items before they are logged centrally; claims typically process fastest within the first 24–48 hours.
File a TSA claim online →Note: items left in gate areas may also be held by the airline's gate staff — contact the airline directly for gate-area and on-board lost items.
Pro Tip
ILM is a small airport with a single terminal, so lost items are easy to trace to a specific area — call ILM Dispatch with the date, gate or location, and a detailed item description (including make/model) as soon as you notice something missing, and be ready to show ID for pickup.
How long does ILM airport keep lost items?
Most airports hold unclaimed items for 30–90 days before donating or auctioning them. File your claim as quickly as possible to maximize recovery chances.
What if I left something on the plane?
Items left on aircraft go to the airline, not the airport lost and found. Contact the airline directly — each airline has its own baggage service phone number and online claim process.
How do I report a lost item at the TSA checkpoint at ILM?
Call TSA at 1-866-289-9673 or file a claim at tsa.gov/travel/customer-service. Items left at security checkpoints are held for 30 days.
Can I file a lost item report online for ILM?
ILM does not currently list a standalone online lost item report form. Call 910-341-4336 to file by phone or visit Items lost in terminal common areas or gate areas are logged by ILM Dispatch; items lost at the security checkpoint are handled by TSA in person at the airport; items left on an aircraft are handled directly by the airline. in person.
See also: Live ILM TSA wait times · ILM flight status · ILM security tips
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