Flying from Washington DC to University Park Airport (SCE): what you need to know
Start your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to University Park Airport (SCE) jetting off from either of these.
State College (where University Park Airport is located) and Washington DC share the UTC-4 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to SCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a handy hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to University Park Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) operates nonstop flights from Washington DC to University Park Airport (SCE).
United has direct flights from Washington DC to SCE out of IAD. Book your preferred seat and get to your destination without any detours.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 3 hours and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 51 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to SCE, unwind in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
About University Park Airport (SCE)
If you have a late flight from Washington DC to University Park Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SCE:
Getting from University Park Airport (SCE) to central State College
University Park Airport to the centre of State College is around 15 minutes in a car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 29 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to University Park Airport (SCE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to University Park Airport is C$323. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$330. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find flight tickets from Washington DC to SCE, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Washington DC to University Park Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when fares go down. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Washington DC to SCE.
Customize your trip using filters. Adjust the total duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Washington DC to University Park Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to University Park Airport (SCE)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to State College. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to University Park Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for State College. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Washington DC to SCE during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to University Park Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about State College
Start your State College trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to University Park Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Palmer Museum of Art, The Arboretum at Penn State and The State Theatre are essential stops on your State College itinerary.
Complete your State College trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in State College and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Washington DC to University Park Airport.