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$81+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia (ILM - PHL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — PHL
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/144:25 pmILM - PHL
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/165:36 pmPHL - ILM
1 stop27h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:46 pmILM - PHL
1 stop6h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/105:29 pmPHL - ILM
1 stop15h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/92:10 pmILM - PHL
2 stops34h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/165:36 pmPHL - ILM
1 stop27h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/73:17 pmILM - PHL
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/105:05 amPHL - ILM
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:46 pmILM - PHL
1 stop6h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/125:15 amPHL - ILM
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/213:17 pmILM - PHL
1 stop18h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/108:00 amPHL - ILM
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:46 pmILM - PHL
1 stop6h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/117:00 amPHL - ILM
1 stop14h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/73:17 pmILM - PHL
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/119:30 pmPHL - ILM
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/262:10 pmILM - PHL
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/295:00 pmPHL - ILM
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/311:00 pmILM - PHL
1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/27:47 pmPHL - ILM
2 stops16h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$232

Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) to Philadelphia (PHL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$405

Good round-trip deal

$323 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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Wilmington

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Philadelphia

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Depart

Return

Price

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 12/11

4:46 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Philadelphia

Sat 1/10

5:29 pm-8:45 am

1 stop15h 16m

$188

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 11/7

3:17 pm-9:30 am

1 stop18h 13m

Philadelphia

Tue 11/11

9:30 pm-8:40 am

2 stops35h 10m

$222

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/13

2:20 pm-4:04 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Philadelphia

Sat 1/10

8:44 am-10:29 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$267

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 11/15

8:38 pm-9:19 am

2 stops12h 41m

Philadelphia

Sun 11/16

12:26 pm-2:02 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$281

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 12/13

10:21 am-3:56 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Philadelphia

Sat 1/10

6:10 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$287

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 12/30

6:56 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/5

12:16 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$287

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 11/15

2:27 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Philadelphia

Mon 11/17

12:26 pm-2:02 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$287

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 11/22

6:09 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop3h 53m

Philadelphia

Sun 11/23

12:26 pm-2:02 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$297

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/8

5:01 pm-12:40 am

1 stop7h 39m

$81

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 11/13

6:06 pm-7:30 am

1 stop13h 24m

$86

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Wilmington to Philadelphia in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wilmington-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Wilmington-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia (average of $39). Flying from Wilmington to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $91). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ILM to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Wilmington to Philadelphia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 72% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Philadelphia. Reviews last updated October 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Wilmington to Philadelphia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wilmington to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    If you book a flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia, you will be flying from New Hanover County to Philadelphia. Flights to Philadelphia (PHL) from Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) take 1h 36m for a nonstop flight. There are 8 flights from New Hanover County to Philadelphia per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Wilmington to Philadelphia flight route?

    The Wilmington New Hanover County to Philadelphia flight path was viewed by 17 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    Departing from Wilmington to Philadelphia will take you 1h 44m. There are 414 mi between Wilmington and Philadelphia. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Wilmington to Philadelphia round-trip?

    Currently priced at $257, American Airlines will fly you from Wilmington to Philadelphia and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Wilmington to Philadelphia for 30% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Wilmington to Philadelphia are Alaska Airlines (90%), Qatar Airways (88%) and Piedmont Airlines (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $155. While the most popular route (Wilmington New Hanover County - Philadelphia) can be booked for $188 on average, our data indicates $879 when flying from Wilmington to Philadelphia.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Wilmington to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wilmington to Philadelphia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia (average of $39). Flying from Wilmington to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $91). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Wilmington to Philadelphia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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