Travelling from State College Regional Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from State College Regional Airport to Philadelphia is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as State College (the location of State College Regional Airport).
State College Regional Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most traveled route, with 23 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from SCE to PHL is with American Airlines at 19:23. Choose the first departure with American Airlines at 06:19 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SCE to Philadelphia flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Direct State College Regional Airport to Philadelphia tickets are available for booking. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) will be where your journey ends.
Check out the offers from American Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from State College Regional Airport to Philadelphia.
SCE is about 6 kilometres from central State College. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
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72% of flights that depart State College Regional Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from State College Regional Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia
351 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way State College Regional Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return plane ticket starts at 414 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SCE to Philadelphia. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from State College Regional Airport to Philadelphia. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from SCE to Philadelphia.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from State College Regional Airport to Philadelphia has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SCE to Philadelphia flight:
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TTN four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Trenton-Mercer Airport is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
December is the quietest month for flights from State College Regional Airport to Philadelphia, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Philadelphia based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a State College Regional Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SCE to Philadelphia around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from State College Regional Airport to Philadelphia, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are must-do's during your Philadelphia adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, head for Boston, about 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum are among the biggest draws.
