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$164+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington (PHL - ILM)

PHL — ILM
Dec 10 — Dec 171
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in March or February, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Wilmington

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington

Mon 12/144:31 pm -
2 stops18h 10m
Thu 1/75:27 pm -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 11/6$268
Wed 11/118:20 pm -
1 stop12h 24m
Thu 11/122:20 pm -
1 stop10h 09m
Deal found 11/6$345
Thu 12/37:34 am -
2 stops13h 33m
Sun 12/64:56 pm -
1 stop16h 04m
Deal found 11/6$375
Wed 12/304:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Wed 1/611:12 am -
Nonstop1h 43m
Deal found 11/9$425
Wed 12/2310:20 pm -
1 stop22h 47m
Mon 1/43:10 pm -
2 stops22h 01m
Deal found 11/6$427
Thu 12/105:01 am -
1 stop16h 06m
Thu 12/178:06 pm -
2 stops28h 12m
Deal found 11/6$430
Fri 12/258:45 am -
Nonstop1h 59m
Wed 12/306:58 pm -
Nonstop1h 37m
Deal found 11/10$464

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Wilmington

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$268
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$164
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$505

Good round-trip deal

$473 or less

Good one-way deal

$504 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Philadelphia-Wilmington New Hanover County flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Philadelphia-Wilmington New Hanover County flights.
From Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County.

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PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL Philadelphia - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Thu 11/19

1:52 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop30h 11m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$238

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL Philadelphia - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Fri 12/11

7:00 am-8:03 pm

1 stop13h 03m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$238

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL Philadelphia - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Fri 12/25

5:01 am-8:03 pm

2 stops15h 02m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$238

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL Philadelphia - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Mon 11/30

4:39 pm-10:41 am

1 stop18h 02m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$262

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL Philadelphia - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sun 12/13

10:17 am-9:07 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$268

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL Philadelphia - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sun 11/15

1:52 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop30h 11m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$331

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL Philadelphia - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sun 11/22

4:50 pm-2:30 pm

3 stops21h 40m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$340
Quickest round-trip

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL Philadelphia - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Fri 12/25

8:10 am-12:34 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/30

8:18 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 41m

$484

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL Philadelphia - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Fri 1/8

6:24 am-11:58 pm

2 stops17h 34m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 1/12

12:20 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$782

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL Philadelphia - ILM Wilmington New Hanover County

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Tue 3/2

6:05 am-11:44 pm

2 stops17h 39m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 3/31

6:00 am-9:24 am

2 stops27h 24m

$803

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Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to Wilmington in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 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 Philadelphia-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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?

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 47 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington (average of $363). Flying from Philadelphia to Wilmington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $505). 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?

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 in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight at noon.

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

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Philadelphia to Wilmington flights typically cost between $473 and $581 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $268 on Multiple Airlines (Dec 14-Jan 7).

Reviews of airlines servicing Wilmington

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.

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

ameenah,Feb 2024

PHL - DFW

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

ameenah,Feb 2024

PHL - DFW

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 2 daily flights to Wilmington from 1 airline. 1h 38m is how long a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to Wilmington flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

    American Airlines and United Airlines can get you from Philadelphia to Wilmington in just under 4h 24m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 10m. Philadelphia and Wilmington are separated by a distance of 414 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $343, 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 24% 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 (87%), American Airlines (84%), Piedmont Airlines( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

    On average you can expect to pay $505 for a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington. The cheapest flight overall is $436 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Wilmington New Hanover County) is currently priced at $327.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington (average of $363). Flying from Philadelphia to Wilmington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $505). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$343Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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