Flying from University Park Airport (SCE) to New York: what you need to know
New York and State College (where University Park Airport is located) are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SCE to New York flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
SCE is about 6 kilometres from central State College. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from University Park Airport to New York? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to SCE:
67.63% of flights that take off from University Park Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from University Park Airport (SCE) to New York
$266 is currently the lowest price for a one-way University Park Airport to New York flight. A return plane ticket starts at $546. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from SCE to New York. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your University Park Airport to New York ticket.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from University Park Airport to New York. Book one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Grab a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before your flight from SCE to New York.
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The centre of New York is located around 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). After your flight from University Park Airport to New York has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near EWR. Kick back and get cosy after your SCE to New York flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from EWR three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 18 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car after your flight from University Park Airport to New York.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, choose a hotel close to LGA. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your SCE to New York flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey by picking up a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Plan ahead and reap the rewards. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from University Park Airport to New York for the lowest prices.
The address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from University Park Airport to New York. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are generally higher and attractions can get busy. Go to New York in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your University Park Airport to New York plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SCE to New York around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from University Park Airport to New York:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are must-do's during your New York adventure.
Explore more of United States
New York is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another essential stop in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
