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$309+ Cheap flights from State College (SCE) to California

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SCE — LAX
Apr 15 — Apr 221
Wed 4/15
Wed 4/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from State College to California

Cheapest flights from State College to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from State College to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 16, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/95:40 pm
SCE
-
LAX
1 stop7h 55m
United Airlines
Sat 5/1610:10 pm
LAX
-
SCE
1 stop8h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/207:31 pm
SCE
-
SFO
1 stop8h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 5/276:01 am
SFO
-
SCE
1 stop9h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:41 pm
SCE
-
SFO
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Sat 4/1811:52 pm
SFO
-
SCE
1 stop7h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/911:32 am
SCE
-
LAX
1 stop10h 07m
American Airlines
Mon 4/139:40 pm
LAX
-
SCE
1 stop10h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/35:44 pm
SCE
-
LAS
1 stop7h 15m
American Airlines
Sun 9/611:31 pm
LAS
-
SCE
1 stop9h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3011:32 am
SCE
-
LAX
2 stops12h 07m
American Airlines
Sun 5/39:40 pm
LAX
-
SCE
1 stop10h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/231:25 pm
SCE
-
LAS
2 stops11h 16m
American Airlines
Fri 11/277:00 am
LAS
-
SCE
1 stop8h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1011:32 am
SCE
-
RNO
2 stops14h 19m
American Airlines
Wed 4/227:10 pm
RNO
-
SCE
2 stops12h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/14$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2511:32 am
SCE
-
LAS
2 stops13h 20m
American Airlines
Tue 4/288:00 am
LAS
-
SCE
2 stops12h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/105:45 pm
SCE
-
SAN
1 stop8h 14m
United Airlines
Fri 4/1712:55 pm
SAN
-
SCE
1 stop7h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/231:56 pm
SCE
-
SMF
1 stop8h 02m
United Airlines
Sun 5/3111:39 pm
SMF
-
SCE
1 stop6h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/57:41 pm
SCE
-
LAX
1 stop8h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 5/3011:30 pm
LAX
-
SCE
1 stop6h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/14$389

Find flight deals from State College to California

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Round-trip from

$309
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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from State College to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from State College to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

State CollegeLos Angeles

SCE - LAX

SCELAX

State College University Park

Sat 5/9

5:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/16

10:10 pm-9:51 am

1 stop8h 41m

$309

State CollegeSan Francisco

SCE - SFO

SCESFO

State College University Park

Wed 4/15

7:41 pm-12:39 am

1 stop7h 58m

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

11:52 pm-10:19 am

1 stop7h 27m

$369

State CollegeSan Diego

SCE - SAN

SCESAN

State College University Park

Fri 4/10

5:45 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 14m

San Diego

Fri 4/17

12:55 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$386

State CollegeSacramento

SCE - SMF

SCESMF

State College University Park

Sat 5/23

1:56 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/31

11:39 pm-9:28 am

1 stop6h 49m

$389

State CollegeLos Angeles

SCE - LAX

SCELAX

State College University Park

Sun 4/5

7:41 pm-1:26 am

1 stop8h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/30

11:30 pm-9:28 am

1 stop6h 58m

$389

State CollegeSan Diego

SCE - SAN

SCESAN

State College University Park

Wed 4/1

2:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 40m

San Diego

Fri 4/17

2:10 pm-12:22 am

1 stop7h 12m

$404

State CollegeSacramento

SCE - SMF

SCESMF

State College University Park

Sat 5/2

5:40 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

11:59 pm-9:43 am

1 stop6h 44m

$409

State CollegeReno

SCE - RNO

SCERNO

State College University Park

Sat 4/25

1:50 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Reno

Wed 4/29

6:56 pm-9:43 am

2 stops11h 47m

$414

State CollegeSanta Ana

SCE - SNA

SCESNA

State College University Park

Sat 4/25

8:00 am-3:58 pm

2 stops10h 58m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/29

9:14 pm-9:51 am

2 stops9h 37m

$419

State CollegeSan Francisco

SCE - SFO

SCESFO

State College University Park

Wed 5/6

11:32 am-10:36 pm

2 stops14h 04m

San Francisco

Mon 5/11

5:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$445

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Best time to book a flight from State College to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from State College to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State College to California?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State College to California (average of $248). Flying from State College to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $329). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated March 16, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from State College to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,428 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,428 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,428 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,467 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,428 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from State College to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from State College to California?

    Most people fly from State College University Park (SCE) if they book a flight from State College to California. State College University Park is conveniently located just 3.9 mi from State College’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from State College to California?

    Departing from State College to California will take you 7h 55m. The distance from State College to California is about 2255 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from State College to California?

    While some choose either State College University Park - San Francisco or State College University Park - San Jose, State College University Park - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl is the most popular route from State College to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from State College to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on State College to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from State College to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from State College to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from State College to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from State College to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State College to California?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State College to California (average of $248). Flying from State College to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $329). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from State College to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from State College to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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