Cheap Flights from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Wilmington (ILM)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia International to Wilmington flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Philadelphia International to Wilmington

Philadelphia International to Wilmington: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Philadelphia International to Wilmington below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Wilmington.

Philadelphia to Wilmington: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$78
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 43 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week105

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International to Wilmington: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Philadelphia International to Wilmington is $201. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia International to Wilmington.
American Airlines, Piedmont Airlines and PSA Airlines fly direct from Philadelphia International to Wilmington.
There are 105 flights per week flying from Philadelphia International to Wilmington, as of October 2024.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Wilmington is usually October 2024.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Wilmington Airport on Thursday, November 21, 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 43 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Wilmington but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Wilmington is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Wilmington.

Traveling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Wilmington International Airport (ILM): what you need to know

  • On average, direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Wilmington International Airport take 1 hour 40 minutes. Wilmington and Philadelphia are in the same timezone (UTC-4), which means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.

  • Flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Wilmington International Airport start from 05:50 — the earliest with American Airlines. The latest flight in the day is the 21:25 service with American Airlines. In total, there are 23 services every week between PHL and ILM.

  • If you're flying during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

  • American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Wilmington (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Wilmington International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Wilmington International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the popular stopovers between PHL and ILM:

    • LaGuardia Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport

  • Once you've found cheap ticket from PHL to ILM, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're traveling within United States. As long as you have some other proof of identity, like an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Wilmington International Airport is $78. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $201. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from PHL to ILM, reserve your journey 10 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Wilmington International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from PHL to ILM is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has fallen.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Wilmington International Airport.

Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

Arriving at Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

Getting from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to central Wilmington

  • Wilmington International Airport is approximately 7 miles from central Wilmington. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.

  • If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 2 hours and 50 minutes.

When to fly to Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Wilmington International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Wilmington in February.

  • Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Wilmington International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Wilmington during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 73ºF and 90ºF.

  • Search for cheap tickets from PHL to ILM in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 34ºF and 61ºF on average.

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