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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to State College Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $539. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

State College.$452 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in State College.Inbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $452, select.

State College.$467 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in State College.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from State College on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $467, select.

State College.$501 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in State College.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from State College on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $501, select.

State College.$528 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Sat, 25 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in State College.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from State College on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $528, select.

State College.$539 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in State College.Inbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $539, select.

State College.$541 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in State College.Inbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $541, select.

State College.$583 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in State College.Inbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $583, select.

State College.$588 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in State College.Inbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $588, select.

State College.$588 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in State College.Inbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $588, select.

State College.$592 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in State College.Inbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $592, select.

State College.$649 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in State College.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from State College on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $649, select.

State College.$891 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Sat, 6 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in State College.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from State College on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $891, select.

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Cheapest flight found	$451
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	1 hr, 56 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	127

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to State College: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Chicago to State College?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to State College is $451. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to State College?

1 hour and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to State College.

Which airlines fly direct from Chicago to State College?

United, GoJet Airlines and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Chicago to State College.

How many flights are there a week from Chicago to State College?

As of May 2026, there are 254 flights per week flying from Chicago to State College.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to State College?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to State College is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to State College Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to State College Airport on Tuesday, 29 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Chicago to State College Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 56 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to State College?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to State College but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to State College?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to State College is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to State College with?

The cheapest airline that flies to State College is United .

Travelling from Chicago to State College Regional Airport (SCE): What you need to know

Kick off your travels at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), the main airport in Chicago. Look for flights from Chicago to State College Regional Airport (SCE) that depart from this terminal.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 45 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Chicago to State College Regional Airport flight.
State College is one hour ahead of Chicago. State College Regional Airport is located in State College, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
The busiest route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to State College Regional Airport (SCE), with 28 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from ORD to SCE is the 7:22am United Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 6:30pm with United Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to SCE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

You can hop on a direct flight from Chicago to State College Regional Airport (SCE) out of Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When jetting out of ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to State College Regional Airport with United Airlines.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between ORD and SCE is United.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is United.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to State College Regional Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

You can get to MDW from central Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Chicago to SCE flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Make catching an early Chicago to State College Regional Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive as expected. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.

About State College Regional Airport (SCE)

If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to State College Regional Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near SCE:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to State College Regional Airport flight.

Getting from State College Regional Airport (SCE) to central State College

The centre of State College is about 6 kilometres from State College Regional Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes around 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to State College Regional Airport (SCE)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to State College Regional Airport is $397. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $452. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from Chicago to SCE, book your plane ticket three months before your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Chicago to State College Regional Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Chicago to SCE.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago to State College Regional Airport.

The best time to fly from Chicago to State College Regional Airport (SCE)

November is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to State College Regional Airport (SCE). Plan your visit to State College in February for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Chicago to SCE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in State College, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 30ºC.
January has temperatures of between -11ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to State College Regional Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about State College

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in State College right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to State College Regional Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in State College when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at beaver stadium followed by Palmer Museum of Art and The State Theatre.

Explore more of the United States

State College has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres southeast of State College, a visit to Philadelphia will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United States, head for Baltimore, roughly 209 kilometres southeast of State College. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are key reasons to visit.