Wilmington Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 44m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Wilmington Airport
Wilmington Airport, formerly known as New Castle Airport is an airport located in unincorporated New Castle County, Delaware, near Wilmington, Delaware. Owned by New Castle County and operated under a lease agreement with the Delaware River and Bay Authority, it is five miles (8 km) south of Wilmington and about 30 miles (50 km) from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2017–2021, in which it is categorized as a non-hub primary commercial service facility. Currently, it is the only airport in Delaware that serves regular scheduled commercial flights.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KILGLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 7,275 ft / 2,217 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 01 / 19 | 7,012 ft / 2,137 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 4,602 ft / 1,403 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | PHILADELPHIA APP/DEP | 118.350 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 123.950 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 119.950 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.000 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| OPS | ARNG OPS | 46.900 MHz |
| POST | WILMINGTON COMD POST | 34.300 MHz |
| RDO | MILLVILLE RDO | 114.000 MHz |
| TWR | WILMINGTON TWR | 126.000 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Wilmington Airport has convenient parking options and no food services other than vending machines.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (7)
Arrivals (STARs) (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Land-and-hold-short (LAHSO) (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILADELPHIA CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| PHILADELPHIA CLASS B AREA H | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| WILMINGTON CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2600 ft MSL |
| WILMINGTON CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Manhattan Centre | 361 ft | 138 ft | — |
| River Tower at Christina Landing | 295 ft | 30 ft | — |
| I M Pei Building | 282 ft | 151 ft | — |
| Brandywine Building | 262 ft | 292 ft | — |
| CItizens Bank Center | 253 ft | 266 ft | — |
| PNC Bank Building | 246 ft | 164 ft | — |
| The Residents at Christina Landing | 243 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Gateway Plaza | 236 ft | 131 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wilmington Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wilmington Airport?
The ICAO code for Wilmington Airport is KILG, and its IATA code is ILG.
Where is Wilmington Airport located?
Wilmington Airport is medium airport located in Wilmington, United States, at an elevation of 80 ft (24 m).
How many runways does Wilmington Airport have?
Wilmington Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 7,275 ft / 2,217 m.
Which airlines fly to Wilmington Airport?
Airlines historically serving Wilmington Airport include Frontier Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Wilmington Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Wilmington Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Wilmington Airport in?
Wilmington Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wilmington Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wilmington Airport is approximately 11.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wilmington Airport?
The nearest airport to Wilmington Airport is Rainbow's End Airport (JY39), about 6.6 nm to the e, followed by Salem Airfield and Spitfire Aerodrome.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wilmington Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.