Flying from Washington DC to State College Regional Airport (SCE): What you need to know
Your travels get underway at Washington DC's main airport, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check out the options for booking a flight from Washington DC to State College Regional Airport (SCE) leaving from this base.
State College's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Washington DC. State College Regional Airport is located in State College.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC 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.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington DC to State College Regional Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
71% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport land at their destination on time.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Thinking of flying out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to State College Regional Airport (SCE) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Board your direct flight from Washington DC to SCE with United Airlines. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of IAD.
United is the top choice for bookings on the IAD to SCE route.
With 79.28% of its services arriving as planned, United is the top on-time carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and State College Regional Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to SCE flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to State College Regional Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations within the expected time frame. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About State College Regional Airport (SCE)
Consider staying in a hotel near SCE if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to State College Regional Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Washington DC to State College Regional Airport flight.
Getting from State College Regional Airport (SCE) to central State College
Central State College is around 6 kilometres from State College Regional Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to State College Regional Airport (SCE)
Currently, R 3,828 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to State College Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,910. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to SCE. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to State College Regional Airport (SCE)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to State College. November is when most people book flights from Washington DC to State College Regional Airport (SCE), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in State College is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Washington DC to SCE plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to State College Regional Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about State College
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in State College right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to State College Regional Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Beaver stadium, Palmer Museum of Art and The State Theatre are essential stops on your State College itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
State College has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres southeast of State College, a trip to Philadelphia will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United States, consider Baltimore, about 209 kilometres southeast of State College. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are key highlights.
