Travelling from State College Airport (SCE) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport is 55 minutes.
State College and Washington DC share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Take your pick of 24 weekly State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 15:08.
To ensure you get on your SCE to IAD flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
United is your gateway to discovering Washington DC (and maybe even some other exciting parts of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport offered by this popular carrier.
United is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With a reliable 85.15% of services landing on schedule, United has the best on-time performance for SCE to IAD flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between SCE and IAD include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York Newark Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from State College Airport (SCE) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight is 204 €. A return fare is currently 209 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SCE to IAD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
Handy information about State College Airport (SCE)
72% of flights departing from State College Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central State College to State College Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SCE:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
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Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Washington Dulles Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
From Washington Dulles Airport, Washington DC is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from State College Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SCE to IAD sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its leading attractions. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Philadelphia is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
