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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Wilmington Airport to New York Newark Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $389. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

New York.$389 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $389, select.

New York.$389 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $389, select.

New York.$389 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 May, returning Tue, 26 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Sat, 23 May, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $389, select.

New York.$389 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $389, select.

New York.$390 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $390, select.

New York.$425 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $425, select.

New York.$425 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $425, select.

New York.$425 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $425, select.

New York.$426 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Thu, 4 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Thu, 28 May, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $426, select.

New York.$450 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Fri, 29 May, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $450, select.

New York.$482 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $482, select.

New York.$563 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $563, select.

New York.$823 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Wilmington on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $823, select.

New York.$999 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $999, select.

New York.$1,196 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,196, select.

New York.$1,406 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Wilmington on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Wilmington.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,406, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to New York Newark

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Wilmington to New York Newark flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Wilmington to New York Newark: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Wilmington to New York below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New York Newark.

Wilmington to New York: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$389
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	1 hr, 59 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	40

Finding cheap flights from Wilmington to New York Newark: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Wilmington to New York Newark?

The best price we found for a return flight from Wilmington to New York Newark is $389. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Wilmington to New York Newark?

1 hour and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Wilmington to New York Newark.

Which airlines fly direct from Wilmington to New York Newark?

United, Republic Airways and GoJet Airlines fly direct from Wilmington to New York Newark.

How many flights are there a week from Wilmington to New York Newark?

As of April 2026, there are 40 flights per week flying from Wilmington to New York Newark.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wilmington to New York Newark?

The cheapest month to fly from Wilmington to New York Newark is usually June.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Wilmington Airport to New York Newark Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wilmington Airport to New York Newark Airport on Friday, 5 June 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Wilmington Airport to New York Newark Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 59 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to New York Newark?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York Newark but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to New York?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Wilmington Airport to New York Newark with?

Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York Newark.

Travelling from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Wilmington and New York are in the same timezone, UTC-4.
Flights from ILM to EWR start from 06:00 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 14:43 with United Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 21 weekly Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your ILM to EWR flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
United Airlines offers direct flights from Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in New York — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is United Airlines.
The most punctual carrier operating ILM to EWR flights is United Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 73.28% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ILM and EWR include:
- Ronald Reagan National Airport
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight is $387. A round-trip fare right now is $389. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from ILM to EWR by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ILM to EWR by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Wilmington International Airport (ILM)

ILM's address is 1740 Airport Boulevard.
79.81% of flights that leave from Wilmington International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Wilmington International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Wilmington. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near ILM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Consider booking a hotel near EWR if you're taking a late Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond New York's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Newark Liberty International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York

The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
From Newark Liberty International Airport, New York is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit New York. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport for July if you'd like to go to New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ILM to EWR in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 8ºC then.

Explore more of United States

You've seen New York, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to check off its top sights. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United States, consider Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among the biggest draws.