Why Delaware Stands Alone: The Only State Without Commercial Flights
A Unique Situation: Delaware’s Lack Of Air Service Delaware holds the unusual distinction of being the only U.S. state without scheduled commercial airline service. This situation stems from the challenges faced by Wilmington Airport (ILG), which has struggled to maintain consistent operations from major airlines. Frontier Airlines, the last carrier to offer commercial flights from the state, ceased operations in 2022 due to insufficient demand, leaving Delaware residents reliant on nearby airports like Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) for air travel.