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Delaware Art Museum
Top regional museum with outstanding American art, British Pre-Raphaelite works, and a serene riverside setting in downtown Wilmington.
Flights from Durham, NC to Wilmington, DE depart on average 59 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €271 but you can travel from only €70 by bus.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 21:52. The fastest flight covers the 316 miles (510 km) distance in 4h 36m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 316 miles (510 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €271 |
Flights per day 59 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 4h 36m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 9:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Durham, NC to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €70, and a flight costs an average of €271.
Distance: 316 miles (510 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€277 Average price | €114 Average price Cheapest | €217 Average price | €61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Durham, NC to Wilmington, DE:
A bus is €103 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham, NC to Wilmington, DE costing on average €217.
A bus is €163 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Durham, NC to Wilmington, DE costing on average €277.
Other travel options to Wilmington, DE take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 50m.
Train takes on average 9h 9m.
The table below shows live departures for Durham, NC to Wilmington, DE flights for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:27 PM Durham, NC | 7h19 | 10:46 PM Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Top regional museum with outstanding American art, British Pre-Raphaelite works, and a serene riverside setting in downtown Wilmington.
Major decorative arts museum in a grand du Pont estate. Period rooms, gardens, and research collections make it one of Delaware’s essential visits.
Industrial history museum on the Brandywine at the original du Pont gunpowder works. It blends river scenery, engineering, and family history.
Revitalized riverfront district with paths, public art, mini golf, and event spaces. It is one of Wilmington’s most popular areas for walking and views.
Large urban park with lawns, trails, gardens, and creek views. It is a favorite local green space beside major museums and historic sites.
Major downtown square framed by historic buildings, offices, and monuments. It is the city’s classic civic center and an easy orientation point.
Scrapple is a Mid-Atlantic breakfast loaf of pork scraps and cornmeal, sliced and fried crisp. It is a Delaware staple found in many local diners.
Blue crab cakes are common along the Delaware coast and nearby bay waters, prized for sweet lump crab with minimal filler and regional seafood tradition.
Boardwalk fries are hand-cut fries served hot with salt and vinegar. They are a beloved Delaware beach snack strongly associated with nearby coastal outings.
Refined Italian restaurant known for house-made pasta, seasonal ingredients, and polished service in an elegant downtown setting.
Historic fine-dining destination serving contemporary American cuisine with strong wine service in a grand, stately atmosphere.
Classic Delaware diner famous for scrapple, hearty breakfasts, and old-school local comfort food in a casual setting.
Moderate for U.S. city trips; hotels and dining are mid-priced, while transit and parking are manageable versus larger East Coast destinations.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Small cafe tips are appreciated but optional.
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