Travelling from University Park Airport (SCE) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
San Diego's timezone is UTC-7, making San Diego three hours behind State College.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SCE to SAN flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from University Park Airport to San Diego International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between SCE and SAN include:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from University Park Airport (SCE) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
$666 is currently the best price for a one-way University Park Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $650. These prices can change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SCE to SAN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from University Park Airport to San Diego International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from University Park Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Handy information about University Park Airport (SCE)
67.63% of flights that depart University Park Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to University Park Airport from central State College, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near SCE. Whether you've booked an early flight from University Park Airport to San Diego International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SAN if you have a late University Park Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Diego and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.
San Diego International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The quietest month for a flight from University Park Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to San Diego based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from University Park Airport to San Diego International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SCE to SAN in February. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you want to check out another side of United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are highlights.
