Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington (PHL - ILM) from $76

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
PHL — ILM
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in May or April, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Wilmington (ILM)

All the information you need to plan the best PHL to ILM flight in 2023: compare Philadelphia to Wilmington flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Wilmington.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

$353

One-way from

$172
High demand for flights, 28% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
From Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County

PHL - ILM

Price

$353 - $556

ILM

Temperature

46.4 - 80.6 °F

ILM

Rainfall

2.8 - 7.8 inches

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

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 41% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington, book at least 55 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 47% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $550 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $664.

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

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Wilmington from Philadelphia. Users have commonly found prices around $483 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $301. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in January.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Wilmington (PHL - 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 18% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington

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Cheap Delta flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington

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Cheap Philadelphia to Wilmington flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for PHL to ILM flights for September, October
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Philadelphia to Wilmington 2023 flight deals

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Non-stop flights to Wilmington from Philadelphia

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One-way flights to Wilmington from Philadelphia

The cheapest one-way flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington
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1 stop13h 52m

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1 stop15h 55m

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1 stop15h 55m

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1 stop8h 13m

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Thu 10/19

1 stop13h 52m

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2 stops22h 08m

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Thu 10/5

2 stops14h 07m

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3 stops26h 22m

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1 stop14h 03m

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1 stop10h 51m

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1 stop10h 29m

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1 stop6h 44m

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Sun 11/5

1 stop5h 22m

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Wed 11/8

1 stop5h 53m

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Deals found on 9/21

Reviews of airlines servicing Wilmington

To help decide which airline to fly from Philadelphia to Wilmington, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Philadelphia to Wilmington flights.

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 37m is how long a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County will take if you book a nonstop flight.

Can I find flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $208, but on average you can expect to pay $260.

Are there nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington is less than $492.

Are there last-minute flights available from Philadelphia to Wilmington for under $600?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington within the next 7 days for less than $600.

What days are nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Philadelphia to Wilmington on average per day?

6 flight departures from Philadelphia to Wilmington per day on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

American Airlines and United Airlines can get you from Philadelphia to Wilmington in just under 10h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 34m. Philadelphia and Wilmington are separated by a distance of 416 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to Wilmington round-trip?

Currently priced at $330, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $405. American Airlines is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to Wilmington one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $183 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $351 and United Airlines from $603 one-way.

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: Piedmont Airlines (86%), American Airlines (80%), Republic Airways( 80%).

What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

On average you can expect to pay $415 for a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington. The cheapest flight overall is $218 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Wilmington New Hanover County) is currently priced at $207.

What does PHL to ILM mean?

PHL and ILM are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. PHL to ILM refers to a flight route from Philadelphia Airport to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport.

Alternative routes for Philadelphia to Wilmington

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Top airline flying from Philadelphia to Wilmington

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Philadelphia to Wilmington choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Wilmington

See what time of day planes typically take off from Philadelphia to Wilmington
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
11%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
88%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Wilmington

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Philadelphia to Wilmington
Sunday4daily flights
Monday3daily flights
Tuesday3daily flights
Wednesday2daily flights
Thursday2daily flights
Friday3daily flights
Saturday2daily flights
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