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$142+ 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — PHL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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The best prices from Wilmington New Hanover County to Philadelphia are usually found in January or September, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$267
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$142
(JetBlue)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$383

Good round-trip deal

$367 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
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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 February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Tue 7/86:32 pmILM - PHL
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/156:30 pmPHL - ILM
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/105:00 pmILM - PHL
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/176:30 amPHL - ILM
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$377
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/512:00 pmILM - PHL
1 stop4h 38mJetBlue
Sun 6/86:00 amPHL - ILM
1 stop5h 13mJetBlue
Deal found 2/19$388
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/196:59 pmILM - PHL
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Sat 3/15:40 amPHL - ILM
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Deal found 2/18$409
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/213:52 pmILM - PHL
2 stops15h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/238:59 pmPHL - ILM
2 stops23h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$491

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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 February 20, 2025.

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WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 7/8

6:32 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Philadelphia

Tue 7/15

6:30 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$267

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/10

5:00 pm-12:17 am

1 stop7h 17m

Philadelphia

Thu 7/17

6:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$377

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 6/5

12:00 pm-4:38 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Philadelphia

Sun 6/8

6:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

$388

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 3/4

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Philadelphia

Sat 3/15

8:05 am-3:14 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$409

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 5/20

12:00 pm-4:38 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$142

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 4/23

5:00 am-4:03 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$244

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/22

6:00 am-10:20 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$287

WilmingtonPhiladelphia

ILM - PHL

ILMPHL

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 3/21

4:14 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 06m

$342

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Deals found on 2/20

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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.

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Travel insights for flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 February 14, 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 32 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Wilmington to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Wilmington to Philadelphia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 73% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Wilmington to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Wilmington to Philadelphia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from ILM to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, JetBlue and United Airlines from Wilmington to Philadelphia by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,071 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,768 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 35m for a nonstop flight. There are 7 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 21 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $267, 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. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $377 and $388, respectively. You may be able to fly from Wilmington to Philadelphia for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for JetBlue. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $142. Users have also found prices from $244 and $287 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Wilmington to Philadelphia are Air Wisconsin (84%), Qatar Airways (79%) and Alaska Airlines (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $99. While the most popular route (Wilmington New Hanover County - Philadelphia) can be booked for $237 on average our data indicates $1,133 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Wilmington to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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

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American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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