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About Lewes, DE

Lewes is Delaware's oldest town, sitting where Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. Route 1 brings most visitors from Rehoboth Beach and points north, while Route 9 connects inland areas. The Cape May-Lewes Ferry makes this a key transit point between Delaware and New Jersey. Delaware Coastal Airport is 5 miles northwest of downtown. Founded in 1631, Lewes calls itself the "First Town in the First State."

Where is Lewes, DE on the map?

Lewes, DE is in United States, at 38.778, -75.145 - about 18 km east of Milton, DE.

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What is the closest airport to Lewes, DE?

The closest airport to Lewes, DE is Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force Base, 59 km (about 56 min by car). Other airports nearby: Ocean City Municipal Airport, Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport.

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