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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to State College (SCE) from $193

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to State College

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to State College (SCE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to State College?

Users have found that leaving on a Friday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 60% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to State College?

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to State College from Chicago. Users have commonly found prices around $369 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $174. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in January.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to SCE?

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to State College at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Chicago to State College flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to State College specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 10, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Chicago to State College in June and July 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 6/198:45 amORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/255:37 pmSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$300
Sat 6/298:45 amORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/15:40 pmSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$357
Mon 6/248:45 amORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/305:40 pmSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$359
Wed 6/193:35 pmORD - SCE
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/255:37 pmSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$360
Sat 6/298:45 amORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/13:05 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$366
Mon 6/248:45 amORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/3010:20 amSCE - ORD
1 stop22h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$388
Sun 6/238:45 amORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/305:40 pmSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$389
Sat 6/2911:10 amORD - SCE
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/110:20 amSCE - ORD
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$395
Sat 6/297:05 amORD - SCE
2 stops8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/14:46 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$400

Chicago to State College 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and State College in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Chicago to State College in June and July 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 9/611:50 amORD - SCE
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/87:05 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$243
Tue 8/137:58 amORD - SCE
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/171:51 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$278
Tue 8/138:04 amORD - SCE
2 stops5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/171:51 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$283
Tue 8/138:04 amORD - SCE
2 stops5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/171:51 pmSCE - ORD
2 stops6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$288
Fri 9/2711:50 amORD - SCE
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/297:05 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$293
Thu 9/262:50 pmORD - SCE
2 stops6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/297:05 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$298
Wed 6/198:45 amORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/255:37 pmSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$300
Fri 9/278:40 amORD - SCE
2 stops9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/297:05 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$318
Fri 9/2711:50 amORD - SCE
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/297:05 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$328

Chicago to State College flights leaving soon

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Book one of these great deals on flights from Chicago to State College. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Wed 6/198:45 amORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/255:37 pmSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$300
Wed 6/193:35 pmORD - SCE
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/255:37 pmSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$360
Wed 6/195:30 amORD - SCE
2 stops9h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/256:20 amSCE - ORD
2 stops12h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$413
Wed 6/199:45 amORD - SCE
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/256:20 amSCE - ORD
2 stops8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$418
Wed 6/198:10 amORD - SCE
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/256:20 amSCE - ORD
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$506

One-way flights to State College from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to State College. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Chicago to State College can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Chicago to State College flights by using the search form above.
Tue 7/24:55 pmORD - SCE
1 stop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$193
Tue 7/28:17 amORD - SCE
2 stops7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$198
Sat 9/282:50 pmORD - SCE
1 stop3h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$228
Tue 7/21:55 pmORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$250
Sat 9/2812:27 pmORD - SCE
2 stops6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$264
Thu 6/206:52 amORD - SCE
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$282
Thu 6/206:30 pmORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$364
Thu 6/206:31 amORD - SCE
2 stops8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$384

Find flights from Chicago to State College within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to State College that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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$243 - $813

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Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlState College University Park

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/6

1 stop5h 50m

State College University Park

Sun 9/8

1 stop4h 27m

$243

Chicago O'Hare IntlState College University Park

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/13

1 stop5h 56m

State College University Park

Sat 8/17

1 stop7h 08m

$278

Chicago O'Hare IntlState College University Park

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/13

2 stops5h 50m

State College University Park

Sat 8/17

1 stop7h 08m

$283

Chicago O'Hare IntlState College University Park

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/13

2 stops5h 50m

State College University Park

Sat 8/17

2 stops6h 33m

$288

Chicago O'Hare IntlState College University Park

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/27

1 stop5h 50m

State College University Park

Sun 9/29

1 stop4h 27m

$293

Chicago O'Hare IntlState College University Park

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/29

Nonstop1h 54m

State College University Park

Mon 7/1

Nonstop2h 01m

$357

Chicago O'Hare IntlState College University Park

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/24

Nonstop1h 55m

State College University Park

Sun 6/30

Nonstop2h 01m

$359

Chicago O'Hare IntlState College University Park

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/21

1 stop4h 11m

State College University Park

Sun 8/25

1 stop4h 01m

$361

Chicago O'Hare IntlState College University Park

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/20

1 stop3h 47m

State College University Park

Fri 11/22

1 stop4h 43m

$813

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to State College?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to State College. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to State College flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to State College

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Temperature and rainfall in State College by month

Plan your trip to State College by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SCE

Temperature

28.4 - 69.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to State College, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing State College

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to State College. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to State College. Reviews last updated June 10, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to State College, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,647 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,647 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,647 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,138 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,647 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to State College from Chicago?

    State College University Park (SCE) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to State College. You should not have trouble finding flights to University Park from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the State College airport from Chicago. It is only a 3.9 mi journey from University Park (SCE) to State College’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to State College for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to State College for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $243, but on average you can expect to pay $341.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to State College for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 10 direct flights from Chicago to State College under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to State College is less than $572.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to State College for under $300?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from Chicago to State College within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to State College round-trip?

    Currently priced at $243, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago to State College and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $357. You may be able to fly from Chicago to State College for 34% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to State College?

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (77%), United Airlines (77%) or Emirates (63%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to State College.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to State College?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to State College is $221. On average you can expect to pay $376. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - State College University Park), can usually be booked for $243.

  • What does ORD to SCE mean?

    ORD and SCE are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. ORD to SCE refers to a flight route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to State College University Park Airport. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to State College that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to State College flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to State College with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to State College flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to State College that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to State College flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to State College.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to State College?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to State College by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to State College that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to State College offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to State College?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to State College flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to State College flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to State College flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/10.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to State College?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to State College (average of $373). Flying from Chicago to State College in June is currently the most expensive (average of $628). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Chicago to State College

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to State College. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
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United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$205Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Chicago to State College

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Weekly flight availability from Chicago to State College

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