Direct (nonstop) flights from Philadelphia to Wilmington

1 airline flys nonstop from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Wilmington International (ILM). It's 414 miles (666 km), about 1h 47m in the air. Operated by American Airlines.

PHL
Philadelphia International Airport
🇺🇸 Philadelphia, USA
ILM
Wilmington International
🇺🇸 Wilmington, USA
Flight Time
1h 47m
Distance
414 mi
666 km
CO₂/pax
77 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
American Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
PHL → ILM
Flight Time
1h 47m
Distance
414 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Philadelphia to Wilmington with one stop · direct emits 77 kg CO₂ per passenger

PHL DCA (Washington) ILM
Leg 1: 1h 12m (119 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (319 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 106 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → DCA
1h 12m · 119 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → ILM
1h 31m · 319 mi
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PHL CLT (Charlotte) ILM
Leg 1: 1h 57m (447 mi) Leg 2: 1h 9m (184 mi) Total: ~3h 6m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+84% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → CLT
1h 57m · 447 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → ILM
1h 9m · 184 mi
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PHL ROC (Rochester) ILM
Leg 1: 1h 30m (257 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (611 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+140% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → ROC
1h 30m · 257 mi
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Leg 2
ROC → ILM
1h 45m · 611 mi
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PHL BDL (Hartford) ILM
Leg 1: 1h 16m (194 mi) Leg 2: 2h 11m (600 mi) Total: ~3h 27m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+123% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → BDL
1h 16m · 194 mi
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Leg 2
BDL → ILM
2h 11m · 600 mi
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PHL PVD (Providence) ILM
Leg 1: 1h 19m (237 mi) Leg 2: 2h 12m (623 mi) Total: ~3h 31m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+139% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → PVD
1h 19m · 237 mi
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Leg 2
PVD → ILM
2h 12m · 623 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

A nonstop flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Wilmington (ILM) takes approximately 1 hours and 47 minutes. The distance is 414 miles (666 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

Just American Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

Yes. 1 airline: American Airlines.

How far is Philadelphia from Wilmington?

The flight distance from Philadelphia to Wilmington is 414 miles (666 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

At 1h 47m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

Roughly 77 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 385 km.

Is the return flight from Wilmington to Philadelphia also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Philadelphia International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.