Flying from Los Angeles to University Park Airport (SCE): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore the options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to University Park Airport (SCE) departing from either of these.
State College is three hours ahead of Los Angeles. University Park Airport is located in State College, which is in the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Los Angeles to SCE, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to University Park Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81.05% of the time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to SCE flight:
About University Park Airport (SCE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to University Park Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SCE instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an University Park Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Avis or Budget and explore beyond State College's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Los Angeles to University Park Airport flight.
Getting from University Park Airport (SCE) to central State College
The centre of State College is roughly 6 kilometres from University Park Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to University Park Airport (SCE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to University Park Airport is ج.م. 16,498. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 15,384. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Los Angeles to SCE. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Los Angeles to University Park Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to University Park Airport (SCE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to University Park Airport (SCE). Plan your visit to State College in February for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to SCE flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in State College, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to University Park Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC and 4ºC.
More about State College
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in State College right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to University Park Airport:
Your State College trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include beaver stadium, Palmer Museum of Art and The State Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen State College. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 209 kilometres south-east of State College, Baltimore is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
