Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

New Castle travel guide

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You're Going to Love New Castle

With a population of 5,285, New Castle is a must-see destination in Delaware, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything New Castle has to offer.

When to visit New Castle

New Castle in February
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Castle in February
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to New Castle in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in New Castle, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to New Castle

Plane

When flying to New Castle, you’ll arrive at Greater Wilmington (ILG), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Castle departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to New Castle is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 112 miles from New Castle. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Plane

When flying to New Castle, you’ll arrive at Greater Wilmington (ILG), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Castle departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to New Castle is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 112 miles from New Castle. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Airports near New Castle

PHLPhiladelphia
BWIBaltimore/Washington
ACYAtlantic City

Airlines serving New Castle

Lufthansa
Good (8,195 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,559 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,165 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,476 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,508 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,644 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,111 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,951 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,478 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,505 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,453 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,368 reviews)
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Where to stay in New Castle

Average rates range from around $103 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $69 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington New Castle and Super 8 by Wyndham New Castle.

Where to stay in popular areas of New Castle

Most booked hotels in New Castle

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Courtyard by Marriott New Castle
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 98 reviews)
$138+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington New Castle
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 437 reviews)
$113+
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Hotel du Pont
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 241 reviews)
$325+
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Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 789 reviews)
$132+
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Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront
2 stars
Good (7.7, 103 reviews)
$88+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District
4 stars
Good (6.8, 959 reviews)
$88+
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Renting a car in New Castle

Renting a car in New Castle costs $55 per day, on average, or $277 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 34% cheaper than airport locations in New Castle.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in New Castle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in New Castle is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in New Castle costs $55 per day, on average, or $277 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 34% cheaper than airport locations in New Castle.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in New Castle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in New Castle is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in New Castle

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$44/day

Full-size

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$44/day

Intermediate
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