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$104+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington (PHL - 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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — ILM
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County are usually found in September or November, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Wilmington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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September

Round-trip from

$262
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$104
(Delta)
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Wilmington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/129:50 amPHL - ILM
2 stops10h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/159:24 pmILM - PHL
2 stops12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sun 12/229:01 amPHL - ILM
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/36:15 pmILM - PHL
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 11/233:14 pmPHL - ILM
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Mon 11/254:00 pmILM - PHL
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/20$473
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/1210:30 amPHL - ILM
2 stops13h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/156:00 amILM - PHL
2 stops28h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$636

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sat 1/18

8:55 am-10:41 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 1/25

8:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$189

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sat 1/4

8:35 am-1:27 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 1/6

6:46 pm-12:49 am

1 stop6h 03m

$281

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Thu 12/12

9:50 am-8:44 pm

2 stops10h 54m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 12/15

9:24 pm-10:16 am

2 stops12h 52m

$285

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sat 1/18

6:15 am-11:40 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 1/25

1:21 pm-10:50 am

2 stops21h 29m

$526

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Thu 11/28

3:50 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$104

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sun 12/8

6:15 am-2:19 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$106

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Sun 1/19

10:35 am-11:40 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$299

PhiladelphiaWilmington

PHL - ILM

PHLILM

Philadelphia

Wed 11/27

8:59 am-10:43 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$358

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Deals found on 11/21

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 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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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

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 54 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington (average of $298). Flying from Philadelphia to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 November 21, 2024.

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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Wilmington flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Wilmington

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Wilmington. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from PHL to ILM are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 November 21, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Philadelphia to Wilmington, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines 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
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,755 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Philadelphia to Wilmington. 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 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 7 daily flights to Wilmington from 1 airline. 1h 36m is how long a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington New Hanover County will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Currently priced at $262, 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. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $281 and $636, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 36% 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 $104 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $358 and United Airlines from $392 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: Air Wisconsin (100%), Piedmont Airlines (91%), American Airlines( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

    On average you can expect to pay $277 for a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington. The cheapest flight overall is $119 while the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Wilmington New Hanover County) is currently priced at $246.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington (average of $298). Flying from Philadelphia to Wilmington in March is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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

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American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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