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$144+ Cheap flights from Illinois to State College (SCE)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SCE
Mar 18 — Mar 251
Wed 3/18
Wed 3/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to State College

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

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 4/16:40 am
ORD
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SCE
1 stop6h 04m
American Airlines
Wed 4/87:31 pm
SCE
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ORD
1 stop5h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/15$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/75:45 pm
ORD
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SCE
1 stop4h 44m
United Airlines
Sun 3/87:50 pm
SCE
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ORD
1 stop4h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Wed 3/118:17 am
STL
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SCE
1 stop4h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 3/145:28 pm
SCE
-
STL
1 stop5h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/15$260
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Thu 2/267:25 am
ORD
-
SCE
Nonstop1h 48m
United Airlines
Sun 3/17:53 pm
SCE
-
ORD
1 stop4h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:41 am
STL
-
SCE
1 stop4h 42m
United Airlines
Sat 4/185:40 pm
SCE
-
STL
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Tue 7/289:18 pm
ORD
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SCE
Nonstop1h 57m
United Airlines
Sat 8/17:30 pm
SCE
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/14$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/307:23 am
ORD
-
SCE
Nonstop1h 56m
United Airlines
Mon 4/67:50 pm
SCE
-
ORD
1 stop4h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 3/116:00 am
STL
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SCE
1 stop6h 44m
American Airlines
Sat 3/1410:01 am
SCE
-
STL
2 stops10h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/15$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Sun 3/227:18 am
ORD
-
SCE
Nonstop1h 48m
United Airlines
Thu 4/26:30 am
SCE
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Fri 9/185:00 am
ORD
-
SCE
1 stop5h 54m
American Airlines
Mon 9/217:24 pm
SCE
-
ORD
1 stop5h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/13$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/287:41 am
STL
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SCE
1 stop4h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 4/215:40 pm
SCE
-
STL
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:41 am
STL
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SCE
1 stop4h 47m
United Airlines
Sat 4/115:40 pm
SCE
-
STL
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13$374

Find flight deals from Illinois to State College

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$229
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Average price

$467

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$319 or less

Good one-way deal

$258 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to State College 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 February 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to State College that are best for you.

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ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

6:40 am-1:44 pm

1 stop6h 04m

State College University Park

Wed 4/8

7:31 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$229

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/11

8:17 am-1:28 pm

1 stop4h 11m

State College University Park

Sat 3/14

5:28 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$260

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

7:25 am-10:13 am

Nonstop1h 48m

State College University Park

Sun 3/1

7:53 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$272

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 3/3

7:41 am-1:23 pm

1 stop4h 42m

State College University Park

Sat 4/18

5:40 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$274

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/30

7:23 am-10:19 am

Nonstop1h 56m

State College University Park

Mon 4/6

7:50 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$289

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

5:45 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop4h 44m

State College University Park

Sun 3/8

7:50 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$304

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-1:44 pm

1 stop6h 44m

State College University Park

Sat 3/14

10:01 am-7:30 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$315

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/22

7:18 am-10:06 am

Nonstop1h 48m

State College University Park

Thu 4/2

6:30 am-7:39 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$324

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

5:50 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

State College University Park

Sun 2/22

7:53 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$329

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/4

8:17 am-1:23 pm

1 stop4h 06m

State College University Park

Tue 4/21

5:40 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$344

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to State College

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to State College (average of $209). Flying from Illinois to State College in August is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to SCE?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to State College. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 16, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Illinois to State College by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to State College

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to State College. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 16, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to SCE are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to State College. 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 into for flights to State College from Illinois?

    For a flight from Illinois to State College, you will be flying into University Park. State College University Park (SCE) is just 3.9 mi from the center of the city.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to State College in 4h 11m. Fly via American Airlines or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Illinois to State College is about 679 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to State College is Chicago O'Hare Intl - State College University Park. You may also consider Lambert-St Louis - State College University Park or Chicago Midway - State College University Park.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to State College?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to State College consider choosing Republic Airways (100%), SkyWest Airlines (86%) or United Airlines (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to State College?

    On average you can expect to pay $378 for a flight from Illinois to State College. The cheapest flight overall is $219 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - State College University Park) is currently priced at $279.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to State College 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 Illinois to State College?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to State College (average of $209). Flying from Illinois to State College in August is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 airline flying from Illinois to State College

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Illinois to State College. 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 February 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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