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Delaware Art Museum
Major art museum known for American art, British Pre-Raphaelite works, and a notable sculpture garden. A top cultural stop in Wilmington.
Flights from Providence, RI to Wilmington, DE depart on average 30 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $140 (€113) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest flight covers the 259 miles (418 km) distance in 1h 17m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 259 miles (418 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $140 (€113) |
Flights per day 30 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 17m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Cheapest price
$339
Average price
$773
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Flights per day
50
Distance
418 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Providence, RI to Wilmington, DE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Providence, RI to Wilmington, DE will cost around $773 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $339.
Of the 50 flights that leave Providence, RI for Wilmington, DE onSun, May 31, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct flights cover the 418 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sun, May 31 the longest flights will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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AA5337 · AA5474Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence, RI to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $140.
Distance: 259 miles (418 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$330 Average price | $167 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Providence, RI to Wilmington, DE:
A bus is $86 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Providence, RI to Wilmington, DE costing on average $167 (€134).
A bus is $249 (€201) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Providence, RI to Wilmington, DE costing on average $330 (€266).
Other travel options to Wilmington, DE take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Bus takes on average 6h 30m.
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Wilmington, DE flights for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:01 AM Providence, RI | 5h52 | 3:53 PM Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major art museum known for American art, British Pre-Raphaelite works, and a notable sculpture garden. A top cultural stop in Wilmington.
Museum and historic site on the original DuPont gunpowder works with riverside industrial exhibits, gardens, and restored mills.
Family-friendly science museum with regional nature exhibits, dinosaurs, shells, and hands-on displays near Wilmington.
The city's most popular modern leisure district with a scenic riverwalk, public art, entertainment venues, and easy strolling.
Large Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park area with trails, river views, bridges, and one of Wilmington's best walking settings.
Historic downtown corridor lined with restored buildings, theaters, shops, and frequent events. A core area for urban exploring.
Slow-smoked pork shoulder, usually chopped or pulled and dressed with tangy vinegar-based barbecue sauce. It is one of the region's signature foods.
Whole-hog style barbecue seasoned with a thin vinegar and pepper sauce. This historic coastal Carolina tradition is central to local food culture.
Lightly battered and fried local seafood, a style from nearby coastal North Carolina. Shrimp, fish, and oysters are common and widely loved around Wilmington.
Upscale downtown restaurant focused on North Carolina ingredients, local seafood, and refined Southern cooking in a polished setting.
Popular local seafood restaurant known for shrimp and grits, oyster dishes, and dependable coastal favorites in a relaxed atmosphere.
Established downtown spot serving Southern comfort food, brunch, and regional classics in a casual historic setting.
Moderate for U.S. travel. Hotels vary by season, while casual dining and coffee are reasonably priced.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5.
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