$129 Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington (ILM)

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Popular airlines from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)

Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington (EWR-ILM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $129 for one-way flights and $189 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Sat, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 16
EWR
New York
ILM
Wilmington
$189 Roundtrip, just found
$189
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from New York to Wilmington, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $189 just found
United
Fri, Nov 28 - Wed, Dec 3
EWR
New York
ILM
Wilmington
$194 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from New York to Wilmington, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $194 found 4 days ago
United
Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 10
EWR
New York
ILM
Wilmington
$194 Roundtrip, just found
$194
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from New York to Wilmington, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $194 just found
United
Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
EWR
New York
ILM
Wilmington
$207 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from New York to Wilmington, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $207 found 2 hours ago
United
Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
EWR
New York
ILM
Wilmington
$208 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from New York to Wilmington, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $208 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
EWR
New York
ILM
Wilmington
$209 Roundtrip, just found
$209
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from New York to Wilmington, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $209 just found
Delta
Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
EWR
New York
ILM
Wilmington
$209 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from New York to Wilmington, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $209 found 2 hours ago
United
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
EWR
New York
ILM
Wilmington
$210 Roundtrip, just found
$210
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from New York to Wilmington, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $210 just found
United
Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18
EWR
New York
ILM
Wilmington
$212 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from New York to Wilmington, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $212 found 5 days ago
Delta
Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 11
EWR
New York
ILM
Wilmington
$214 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from New York to Wilmington, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $214 found 12 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (EWR) to Wilmington (ILM)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $159 - $437 per traveler.

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Select flight to Wilmington Intl. ILM. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 7 minutes. Flights from $244
ILM
Wilmington Intl.
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Average driving time to city center7 min
Flights from $244
Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington (ILM)
Origin airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Destination airport
Wilmington Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$189
Distance
488 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 51 mins

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $129 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Wilmington airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $129 or cheap return flight from $189 from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
Planning your trip for November is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between EWR and ILM. You'll often find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
Catch a nonstop flight with United Airlines and travel straight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from EWR to ILM. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to score a great deal.
How many flights per day from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
When jetting out of Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR), you can choose from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
More passengers fly between EWR and ILM at 10 AM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from EWR to ILM?
Friday has the most flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 10:50AM UTC-5, heading out of Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). You'll be flying for around 1h 52m, landing at Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) at approximately 12:42PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
Flights from EWR to ILM have an average travel time of 1 hour and 54 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 490 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
To avoid potential delays on the Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) route, travel before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Wilmington from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
If you're on a direct flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington, Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a flight from EWR to ILM often results in higher prices. While you may come across some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your travel plans for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an EWR to ILM flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking an EWR to ILM flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After choosing your preferred flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your EWR to ILM flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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