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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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SCE
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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 December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/317:10 amORD - SCE
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:30 amSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/247:10 amORD - SCE
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/37:45 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:00 amSTL - SCE
2 stops9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/19:52 amSCE - STL
2 stops10h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/276:35 pmSTL - SCE
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:00 amSCE - STL
1 stop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/266:21 pmORD - SCE
1 stop4h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:30 amSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/315:00 amSTL - SCE
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/43:32 pmSCE - STL
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/317:10 amORD - SCE
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:45 pmSCE - ORD
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/239:05 pmORD - SCE
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:30 amSCE - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/259:55 amSTL - SCE
1 stop5h 51mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:21 pmSCE - STL
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:04 pmSTL - SCE
2 stops7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/19:52 amSCE - STL
2 stops10h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$520
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/318:15 amSTL - SCE
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/45:21 pmSCE - STL
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$535
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 12/266:35 pmSTL - SCE
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:21 pmSCE - STL
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$559

Find flight deals from Illinois to State College

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Round-trip from

$231
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One-way from

$144
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Average price

$336

Good round-trip deal

$379 or less

Good one-way deal

$483 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 December 18, 2025.
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

Fri 1/16

7:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 00m

State College University Park

Sun 1/18

2:15 pm-3:27 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$231

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

7:10 am-10:13 am

Nonstop2h 03m

State College University Park

Sun 1/4

6:30 am-7:56 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$249

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/2

6:21 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 09m

State College University Park

Tue 1/6

6:35 am-8:01 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$259

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

6:12 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

State College University Park

Wed 1/28

5:25 pm-6:46 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$279

ChicagoState College

ORD - SCE

ORDSCE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

10:40 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

State College University Park

Sun 1/18

2:15 pm-3:27 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$280

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 12/27

6:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 24m

State College University Park

Sat 1/3

6:00 am-10:08 am

1 stop5h 08m

$328

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/31

5:00 am-4:07 pm

2 stops10h 07m

State College University Park

Sun 1/4

3:32 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$329

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/31

8:30 am-1:49 pm

1 stop4h 19m

State College University Park

Sat 2/7

5:25 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$365

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/21

8:30 am-1:49 pm

1 stop4h 19m

State College University Park

Sun 1/25

5:25 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$365

St. LouisState College

STL - SCE

STLSCE

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/1

5:02 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 57m

State College University Park

Mon 1/5

5:21 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$409

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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 February is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 December 18, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Illinois to State College by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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  • 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 2h. Fly via United Airlines or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Illinois to State College is about 526 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 SkyWest Airlines (63%), GoJet (61%) or United Airlines (61%) 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 $431 for a flight from Illinois to State College. The cheapest flight overall is $258 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - State College University Park) is currently priced at $249.

  • 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 February is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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