Travelling from State College Airport (SCE) to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX): what you need to know
State College and Jacksonville are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SCE to JAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from State College Airport to Jacksonville International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SCE and JAX:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from State College Airport (SCE) to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way State College Airport to Jacksonville International Airport flight is R 4,376. A return plane ticket is currently R 5,002. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SCE to JAX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from State College Airport to Jacksonville International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from State College Airport to Jacksonville International Airport.
Handy information about State College Airport (SCE)
Of the departures from State College Airport, 72% touch down on time at their destination.
Central State College to State College Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from State College Airport to Jacksonville International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SCE:
Arriving at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to JAX if you're taking a late State College Airport to Jacksonville International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Jacksonville International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Thrifty or Dollar and venture far and wide through Jacksonville and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Jacksonville International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to central Jacksonville
JAX is located at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
From Jacksonville International Airport, Jacksonville is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from State College Airport to Jacksonville International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Jacksonville. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Jacksonville is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from State College Airport to Jacksonville International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SCE to JAX in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Atlanta is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Jacksonville. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Tampa, roughly 274 kilometres south of Jacksonville. Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are among the biggest draws.
