Travelling from University Park Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as State College.
To ensure you get on your SCE to PHL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines has direct flights from University Park Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Philadelphia — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers SCE to PHL flights is American Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 65.73% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from University Park Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between SCE and PHL:
Washington Dulles International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from University Park Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
RM1,775 is currently the lowest price for a one-way University Park Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Return flights start from RM2,333. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SCE to PHL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from University Park Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SCE to PHL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from University Park Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
Handy information about University Park Airport (SCE)
Of the flights that depart from University Park Airport, 67.63% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to University Park Airport from central State College, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near SCE. Whether you have an early flight from University Park Airport to Philadelphia International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're landing on a late University Park Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near PHL:
Explore without limits with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and venture far and wide through Philadelphia and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
From Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The quietest month for a flight from University Park Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from University Park Airport to Philadelphia International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Philadelphia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SCE to PHL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
