Flying from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport (SCE): What you need to know
Your route to adventure begins at Philadelphia's main airport, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Explore your options for catching a flight from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport (SCE) departing from this terminal.
The average length of a direct Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport flight is 1 hour 10 minutes.
State College Regional Airport is located in State College. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Philadelphia.
With 23 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to State College Regional Airport (SCE) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10:20am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from PHL to SCE is with American Airlines at 9:30pm.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Philadelphia to SCE. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Take the express route from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Direct flights from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport (SCE) are available from here.
When leaving from PHL, you can take a direct flight from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport with American Airlines.
American Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from PHL to SCE.
With 77.47% of its services arriving as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Philadelphia International Airport:
77% of flights that take off from Philadelphia International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in about 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Philadelphia to SCE flight? Unwind in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About State College Regional Airport (SCE)
Book a hotel close to SCE if you have a late flight from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from State College Regional Airport (SCE) to central State College
State College Regional Airport to central State College is about 6 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport (SCE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport is $523. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $616. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to SCE.
June is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport (SCE)
February is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport (SCE), while November is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to State College based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Philadelphia to SCE plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in State College to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about State College
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in State College right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to State College Regional Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Beaver stadium, Palmer Museum of Art and The State Theatre are must-visits when exploring State College.
Explore more of the United States
State College has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres southeast of State College, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, consider Baltimore, about 209 kilometres southeast of State College. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are among its highlights.
