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$68+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Wilmington (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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — ILM
Mar 4 — Mar 111
Tue 3/4
Tue 3/11
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Newark to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in January or September, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 February 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$163
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$68
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$377

Good round-trip deal

$371 or less

Good one-way deal

$254 or less
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 27, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Wed 4/27:20 pmEWR - ILM
1 stop22h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/66:50 amILM - EWR
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$163
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 3/285:14 pmEWR - ILM
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/15:02 amILM - EWR
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/27$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Sat 3/156:00 amEWR - ILM
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Fri 3/216:52 pmILM - EWR
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Deal found 2/27$214
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/289:59 pmEWR - ILM
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/16:00 amILM - EWR
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/27$371

Find flights from Newark to Wilmington within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 February 27, 2025.

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NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Wed 4/2

7:20 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop22h 48m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 4/6

6:50 am-11:15 am

1 stop28h 25m

$163

NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Fri 3/28

5:14 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop4h 19m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 4/1

5:02 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 35m

$209

NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Sat 3/15

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 3/21

6:52 pm-12:48 am

1 stop5h 56m

$214

NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Fri 3/28

9:59 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 3/30

6:00 am-8:04 am

Nonstop2h 04m

$371

NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Wed 4/2

7:20 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop22h 48m

$68

NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Sat 5/17

8:15 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$128

NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Thu 3/20

11:35 am-6:12 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$224

NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Sat 5/17

2:07 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$271

NewarkWilmington

EWR - ILM

EWRILM

Newark

Thu 4/17

12:07 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops7h 43m

$451

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Deals found on 2/27

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Newark to Wilmington in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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 Newark Airport-Wilmington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Wilmington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Newark Airport-Wilmington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-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 Newark Airport-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 Newark to Wilmington

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Travel insights for flights from Newark to Wilmington

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on February 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Wilmington is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Wilmington?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Newark Airport to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $425). 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 EWR to ILM?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 February 27, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Newark Airport to Wilmington at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Wilmington?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on February 23, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Wilmington by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wilmington ranges from 2.8 - 7.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Wilmington when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Wilmington by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wilmington, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 February 27, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Delta and United Airlines from New York to Wilmington 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,140 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,723 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11

10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to Wilmington. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Wilmington from Newark?

    If you book a flight to Wilmington from Newark, you will be flying to New Hanover County, which is the city’s only airport. Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Wilmington. There is 1 flight from Newark to New Hanover County per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Newark Airport to Wilmington flight route?

    The Newark to Wilmington New Hanover County flight path was viewed by 4 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 Newark Airport to Wilmington round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($209), Delta ($214), and United Airlines ($371) offers the cheapest pricing from Newark Airport to Wilmington. Users have found that American Airlines is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $128 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $224 and $271, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Wilmington?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Newark Airport to Wilmington are Republic Airways (84%), United Airlines (58%) and GoJet (41%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Wilmington?

    While on average a flight from Newark Airport to Wilmington is generally $330, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $208. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Wilmington New Hanover County), you can expect to pay $163 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Wilmington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Wilmington (average of $296). Flying from Newark Airport to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $425). 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 3 airlines flying from Newark to Wilmington

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 February 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$156Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$220Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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