Fly private between Wilmington and Philadelphia from US$10,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
We fly Wilmington (ILG) ⇄ Philadelphia (PHL) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Wilmington to Philadelphia is roughly 38 kilometres — 24 miles, or 20 nautical miles.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$25,000 for a one-way charter between Wilmington and Philadelphia, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 20m | 1h 12m – 1h 28m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 20m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 17m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 15m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Wilmington, United States: Wilmington Airport, Philadelphia International Airport, Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force Base, Millville Municipal Airport, Chester County G O Carlson Airport and Northeast Philadelphia Airport.
Philadelphia, United States: Philadelphia International Airport, Northeast Philadelphia Airport, Wilmington Airport, Millville Municipal Airport, Trenton Mercer Airport and Chester County G O Carlson Airport.
| Wilmington Airport | Philadelphia International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KILG / ILG | KPHL / PHL |
| Longest hard runway | 7,275 ft | 12,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 80 ft | 36 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Wilmington to Philadelphia can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Wilmington Airport is the shorter of the two at 7,275 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 1,275 ft to spare. The leg is 38 km.
Alternates within range: Philadelphia International Airport (12,000 ft, 38 km) · Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force Base (12,903 ft, 62 km) · Millville Municipal Airport (6,003 ft, 57 km) · Chester County G O Carlson Airport (5,400 ft, 40 km) · Northeast Philadelphia Airport (7,000 ft, 31 km) · Wilmington Airport (7,275 ft, 38 km) · Millville Municipal Airport (6,003 ft, 58 km) · Trenton Mercer Airport (6,006 ft, 58 km)
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 4-6 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
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The Wilmington to Philadelphia route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$25,000 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 20m gate to gate over 38 km (24 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Wilmington–Philadelphia departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Wilmington–Philadelphia charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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