Travelling from Toronto to University Park Airport (SCE): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to University Park Airport (SCE) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
University Park Airport is located in State College. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto.
To ensure you catch your flight from Toronto to SCE, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 49 minutes.
Have an early flight from Toronto to University Park Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Split up your flight from Toronto to University Park Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and SCE are:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 39 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Toronto to SCE, chill out in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
About University Park Airport (SCE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to University Park Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SCE instead:
Getting from University Park Airport (SCE) to central State College
University Park Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of State College. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 29 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to University Park Airport (SCE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Toronto to University Park Airport is C$421. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$767. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure flight tickets from Toronto to SCE. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a larger selection of flight times and travel dates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Toronto to University Park Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Toronto to University Park Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Toronto to University Park Airport (SCE)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to State College. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to University Park Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
When booking your flight from Toronto to SCE, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in State College, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Toronto to University Park Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about State College
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in State College right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Toronto to University Park Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Palmer Museum of Art, The Arboretum at Penn State and The State Theatre are major attractions which should feature on any good State College itinerary.
Complete your State College trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Toronto to University Park Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in State College and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
