Wilmington New Castle Airport (ILG) Car Hire (ILG)

Wilmington Airport (ILG) is Delaware's international airport, located approximately 8 km south of Wilmington center and approximately 10 km from historic New Castle. Two rental agencies directly in the terminal provide convenient access to a rental car immediately after landing, without additional transfer. ILG serves mainly domestic flights and is a popular alternative to the busier Philadelphia and Baltimore airports.

From ILG it's approximately 8 km north to Wilmington center via Route 141 and I-95, approximately 10–15 minutes. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is located approximately 45 km to the north and is an alternative option for international flights. Delaware Memorial Bridge to New Jersey is reached in approximately 10 minutes south via Route 9.

ILG is an excellent choice if you want to avoid Philadelphia Airport's chaos – parking is cheaper and check-in is faster. Pick up your rental car directly in the terminal and drive south along I-95 towards New Castle and Dover without getting stuck in Wilmington's city traffic. Book your rental car well in advance as ILG has only two agencies and capacity is limited.

Which rental agencies are at ILG Wilmington Airport? There are two agencies with desks directly in the terminal – check current availability and prices on carhire.se. How long does it take to drive from ILG to Dover?

Approximately 90 km south via US-13 S, normally 1 hour and 10–20 minutes depending on traffic. Is it cheaper to rent a car at ILG compared to Philadelphia Airport? Often yes, but it varies – always compare both options on carhire.se.

Also consider any flight price differences.

We compare prices from all major providers at Wilmington New Castle Airport (ILG) so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.