Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to State College?

Flights from St. Louis to State College usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at State College University Park (SCE).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to State College?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to State College.

Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to State College pass through?

Connecting flights from St. Louis to State College most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 55% of one-stop connections • Philadelphia (PHL) - 45% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to State College?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the St. Louis to State College route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $403 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $821, a difference of $418. 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 St. Louis to State College?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from St. Louis to State College. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 38m and 5h 18m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $429 to $1,449. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from St. Louis to State College looking right now?

One-way fares from St. Louis to State College are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $413, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from St. Louis to State College?

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 38m, compared with 5h 18m via Philadelphia (PHL).

What is the time difference between St. Louis and State College?

State College is 1 hour ahead of St. Louis (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 starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a St. Louis to State College flight?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to State College range from $368 to $764, with an average of $532 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from St. Louis to State College?

United Airlines ($429) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from St. Louis to State College in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from St. Louis to State College?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the St. Louis to State College route. 55% 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 St. Louis to State College?

Flights via Philadelphia (PHL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $449. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from St. Louis to State College which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for St. Louis to State College layovers at 169 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

8:00 am - 1:14 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SCE State College University Park

4h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 9:41 amSCE State College University Park-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$429United Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

8:30 am - 2:02 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SCE State College University Park

4h 32m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:57 pm - 10:58 pmSCE State College University Park-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$449United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

9:04 am - 5:12 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SCE State College University Park

7h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:57 pm - 9:21 pmSCE State College University Park-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$487United Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

5:25 am - 1:14 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SCE State College University Park

6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 7:26 pmSCE State College University Park-STL Lambert-St Louis

14h 26m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$537United Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

6:30 am - 1:14 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SCE State College University Park

5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 pm - 9:29 pmSCE State College University Park-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

6:33 am - 1:14 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SCE State College University Park

5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 9:58 amSCE State College University Park-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 58m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$568United Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

5:25 am - 1:14 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SCE State College University Park

6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 5:05 pmSCE State College University Park-STL Lambert-St Louis

12h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$571United Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

5:25 am - 1:14 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SCE State College University Park

6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 5:05 pmSCE State College University Park-STL Lambert-St Louis

12h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$581United Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

6:30 am - 1:14 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SCE State College University Park

5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 pm - 9:29 pmSCE State College University Park-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$588United Airlines

Mon, Dec 21 - Sat, Dec 26

9:35 am - 4:53 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SCE State College University Park

6h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:24 am - 5:08 pmSCE State College University Park-STL Lambert-St Louis

7h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to State College?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to State College start at $429. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $368 to $764. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $429 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to State College?
Flights from St. Louis to State College usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at State College University Park (SCE).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to State College?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to State College.
Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to State College pass through?
Connecting flights from St. Louis to State College most commonly pass through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 55% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) - 45% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to State College?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the St. Louis to State College route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $403 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $821, a difference of $418. 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 St. Louis to State College?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from St. Louis to State College. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 38m and 5h 18m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $429 to $1,449. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from St. Louis to State College looking right now?
One-way fares from St. Louis to State College are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $413, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from St. Louis to State College?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 38m, compared with 5h 18m via Philadelphia (PHL).
What is the time difference between St. Louis and State College?
State College is 1 hour ahead of St. Louis (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 starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• Hertz
How much should I expect to pay for a St. Louis to State College flight?
Round-trip flights from St. Louis to State College range from $368 to $764, with an average of $532 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $403 - about $418 less than Friday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to State College trip for June. Fares historically average $353 round-trip in that month - typically $468 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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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