Newark to Wilmington (EWR–ILM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–ILM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 488 miles in approximately 1h 43m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 29 | CR7, E7W | 1h43-2h | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Wilmington from Newark
| Metric | EWR→ILM | TEB→ILM | LGA→ILM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | – | 53 |
| Flight time | 1h 43m | 1h 54m | 1h 53m |
| Departure OTP | 51% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · ILM: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in Wilmington.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
EWR–ILM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to ILM
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Wilmington International Airport (ILM) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to ILM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to ILM ranges from 1 hours 43 minutes to 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 488 miles (786 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 29 return, totaling 58 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via IAD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (LGA) and Islip (ISP).