On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the New York — Wilmington route. The shortest distance between the cities is 799 km, and flight frequency reaches 20 flights per week.
Flights are operated by United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to find the best deal, use the price charts and check the information on how to get to the airport in New York and how to get from the airport to your destination.
The table shows direct flights New York City → Wilmington on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 50 min. Regular flights are operated by American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and Porter Airlines. Departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport airports, arrivals at Wilmington International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for New York City — Wilmington by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $110 in ,, and the most expensive are around $260 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
New York City → Wilmington, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $120 | low | May | $120 | low | Sep | $115 | low |
| Feb | $125 | low | Jun | $171 | high | Oct | $115 | low |
| Mar | $135 | medium | Jul | $181 | high | Nov | $151 | medium |
| Apr | $140 | medium | Aug | $171 | high | Dec | $186 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Wilmington's climate features hot summers and mild winters. The warmest month is July, with average temperatures reaching 30.2°C, while the wettest is September, when rainfall exceeds 200 mm.
The lowest flight cost is recorded in August, starting $111. During the peak period in March, prices increase significantly, starting $261.
October is considered the optimal time for booking: this month offers comfortable temperatures around 24°C, minimum rainfall, and stable ticket prices. We recommend avoiding travel in March due to high ticket costs.
There are 4 airlines operating on the New York to Wilmington route, the main ones being American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. Approximately 20 flights are operated weekly, with direct flights predominating to ensure minimum travel time. Detailed information on flight schedules and available aircraft types can be found in the interactive list below.
Flights New York City — Wilmington depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport and arrive at Wilmington International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average duration of a direct flight is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, given the distance of 799 km and standard airport maneuvering time.
Regular flight services are provided by American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines, and Porter Airlines. In total, about 20 flights are available per week.
Yes, direct flights are operated on this route, which is the most convenient and fastest way to reach your destination.
Flights arrive at Wilmington International Airport (ILM), located a few kilometers from the city center, making onward logistics easier.
The most affordable offers usually appear a month before departure. To find the best price, we recommend using the low-price calendar on this page.
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