Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to State College Airport (SCE): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Take your pick of 24 weekly Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport flights. The 08:20 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 18:53.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your IAD to SCE flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Getting to State College (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a cinch with United. This popular airline offers direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is United.
With 79.28% of services arriving as planned, United is the most punctual carrier operating IAD to SCE flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IAD and SCE:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York Newark Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to State College Airport (SCE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport flight is R 3,785. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 3,880. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IAD to SCE if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
77% of flights leaving from Washington Dulles Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Washington Dulles Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near IAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at State College Airport (SCE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SCE instead:
Pick up a State College Airport rental car and explore State College and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Avis and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from State College Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from State College Airport (SCE) to central State College
State College Airport to the centre of State College has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to State College Airport (SCE)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport. September is the busiest month to visit State College. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in State College is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles Airport to State College Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to SCE in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done State College, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 322 kilometres east to New York to tick off its must-visit sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 241 kilometres east of State College, Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
