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$201+ Cheap flights from Illinois to State College (SCE)

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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SCE
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to State College

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$224
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$201
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$557

Good round-trip deal

$280 or less

Good one-way deal

$258 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to State College
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to State College. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/75:00 amSTL - SCE
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/125:43 pmSCE - STL
1 stop6h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/28:46 amORD - SCE
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/82:00 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/115:00 amSTL - SCE
2 stops9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/153:55 pmSCE - STL
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/177:24 amORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/202:02 pmSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$279

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to State College that are best for you.

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Illinois

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State College

Route

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Return

Price

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/7

5:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

State College University Park

Tue 8/12

5:43 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$224

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

8:46 am-2:39 pm

1 stop4h 53m

State College University Park

Tue 7/8

2:00 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$229

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/10

6:15 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 17m

State College University Park

Mon 4/14

3:55 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$259

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

7:24 am-10:21 am

Nonstop1h 57m

State College University Park

Sun 4/20

2:02 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$279

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/1

6:15 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$201

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

7:22 am-10:20 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to State College

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to State College (average of $367). Flying from Illinois to State College in June is currently the most expensive (average of $562). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to State College. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to State College as you normally would.

Rainfall in State College by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in State College ranges from 2.4 - 3.9 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit State College when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in State College by month

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

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 March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Illinois to State College by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to State College. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Illinois to State College, you will be flying into University Park. State College University Park (SCE) is just 3.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to State College?

    The most popular route from Illinois to State College is Chicago O'Hare Intl - State College University Park. You may also consider Lambert-St Louis - State College University Park or Chicago Midway - State College University Park.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to State College consider choosing GoJet (74%), Air New Zealand (71%) or Emirates (70%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $435 for a flight from Illinois to State College. The cheapest flight overall is $223 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - State College University Park) is currently priced at $274.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to State College?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to State College (average of $367). Flying from Illinois to State College in June is currently the most expensive (average of $562). 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 Illinois to State College

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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