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$71+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington (PHL - ILM)

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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — ILM
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Wilmington

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:00 amPHL - ILM
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/251:21 pmILM - PHL
1 stop3h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:00 amPHL - ILM
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:56 pmILM - PHL
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$336
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:00 amPHL - ILM
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/262:46 pmILM - PHL
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2712:24 pmPHL - ILM
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:56 pmILM - PHL
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:15 pmPHL - ILM
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:56 pmILM - PHL
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:47 pmPHL - ILM
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:56 pmILM - PHL
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$423

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Wilmington (ILM). 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 December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$171
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$71
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$425

Good round-trip deal

$363 or less

Good one-way deal

$400 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington 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 December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington that are best for you.

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PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Mon 1/5

7:05 am-8:55 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/12

3:50 pm-11:14 am

1 stop19h 24m

$198

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Wed 1/7

8:54 pm-12:34 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 1/11

8:15 am-8:47 am

2 stops24h 32m

$218

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Fri 1/23

8:20 am-8:20 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 1/25

2:25 pm-8:47 am

2 stops18h 22m

$234

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-9:29 pm

1 stop14h 29m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 1/25

5:01 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop29h 31m

$243

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Mon 1/5

7:05 am-8:55 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/8

2:25 pm-12:51 am

2 stops10h 26m

$253

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sun 3/1

7:53 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 3/13

4:50 pm-1:30 am

1 stop8h 40m

$268

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sun 3/8

6:00 am-9:29 pm

1 stop15h 29m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 3/9

4:50 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 35m

$270

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Wed 2/4

12:40 pm-4:30 pm

3 stops27h 50m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 2/11

4:03 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops7h 47m

$277

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sat 3/7

8:00 am-3:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 3/11

5:51 pm-12:57 am

1 stop7h 06m

$305

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$305

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Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington

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 Philadelphia to Wilmington in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Philadelphia-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Wilmington flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Philadelphia-Wilmington 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 Philadelphia to Wilmington

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 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 Philadelphia to Wilmington?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington (average of $52). Flying from Philadelphia to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $101). 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 PHL to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Wilmington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

When flying from Philadelphia to Wilmington, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Wilmington flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Wilmington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wilmington. 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 Wilmington. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to Wilmington. 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 Philadelphia to Wilmington?

    Wilmington New Hanover County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Wilmington from Philadelphia. Booking flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to New Hanover County (ILM) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights to Wilmington from 1 airline. 1h 48m is how long a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Currently priced at $267, American Airlines will fly you from Philadelphia to Wilmington and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. American Airlines is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Before booking your flight to Wilmington from Philadelphia, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Alaska Airlines (90%), British Airways (84%), American Airlines( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

    On average you can expect to pay $431 for a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington. The cheapest flight overall is $235 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Wilmington New Hanover County) is currently priced at $172.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to Wilmington 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 Philadelphia to Wilmington?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington (average of $52). Flying from Philadelphia to Wilmington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $101). 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 Philadelphia to Wilmington

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$267Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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