Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to State College?

Flights from Des Moines to State College usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at State College University Park (SCE).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to State College?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to State College.

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to State College pass through?

Connecting flights from Des Moines to State College most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 90% of one-stop connections • Philadelphia (PHL) - 10% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to State College?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Des Moines to State College. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $529, a difference of $211. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to State College?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to State College. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 54m and 5h 17m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to State College?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Des Moines to State College changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $439 to $2,044. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to State College?

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 54m, compared with 5h 17m via Philadelphia (PHL).

What is the time difference between Des Moines and State College?

State College is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at State College University Park Airport (SCE)?

State College University Park Airport (SCE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $96 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • Hertz

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to State College?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to State College typically range from $318 to $529. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $439, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to State College?

United Airlines ($439) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Des Moines to State College in the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to State College?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to State College route. 90% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to State College?

Flights via Philadelphia (PHL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $318. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to State College which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to State College layovers at 3h 01m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26

11:22 am - 5:09 pmDSM Des Moines-SCE State College University Park

4h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:30 am - 2:30 pmSCE State College University Park-DSM Des Moines

5h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$439United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26

11:22 am - 5:09 pmDSM Des Moines-SCE State College University Park

4h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 2:30 pmSCE State College University Park-DSM Des Moines

9h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$444United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26

3:10 pm - 11:43 pmDSM Des Moines-SCE State College University Park

7h 33m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:30 am - 8:38 pmSCE State College University Park-DSM Des Moines

11h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$449United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27

3:10 pm - 11:43 pmDSM Des Moines-SCE State College University Park

7h 33m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:35 am - 10:41 amSCE State College University Park-DSM Des Moines

5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$454United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27

3:10 pm - 11:43 pmDSM Des Moines-SCE State College University Park

7h 33m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:00 am - 12:17 pmSCE State College University Park-DSM Des Moines

7h 17m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$459United Airlines

Thu, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 25

5:00 am - 10:17 amDSM Des Moines-SCE State College University Park

4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:30 pm - 11:01 pmSCE State College University Park-DSM Des Moines

6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$629United Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25

6:45 pm - 9:50 amDSM Des Moines-SCE State College University Park

14h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1:49 pm - 5:28 pmSCE State College University Park-DSM Des Moines

4h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$770United Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24

9:55 am - 4:55 pmDSM Des Moines-SCE State College University Park

6h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:49 pm - 5:28 pmSCE State College University Park-DSM Des Moines

4h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$864United Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24

3:24 pm - 8:55 pmDSM Des Moines-SCE State College University Park

4h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:30 am - 7:16 pmSCE State College University Park-DSM Des Moines

9h 46m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$869United Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24

9:55 am - 7:04 pmDSM Des Moines-SCE State College University Park

8h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:00 am - 2:26 pmSCE State College University Park-DSM Des Moines

9h 26m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to State College?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to State College.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to State College?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to State College. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 54m and 5h 17m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to State College?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to State College changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $439 to $2,044. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at State College University Park Airport (SCE)?
State College University Park Airport (SCE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $96 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to State College?
Flights from Des Moines to State College usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at State College University Park (SCE).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to State College pass through?
Connecting flights from Des Moines to State College most commonly pass through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 90% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) - 10% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to State College?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Des Moines to State College. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $529, a difference of $211.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to State College?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 54m, compared with 5h 17m via Philadelphia (PHL).
What is the time difference between Des Moines and State College?
State College is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $318, about $211 less than Saturday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to State College University Park Airport.

• The Penn Stater Hotel And Conference Center

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