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

Flights from Minneapolis to State College usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at State College University Park (SCE).

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

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

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

Connecting flights from Minneapolis to State College most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 72% of one-stop connections • Philadelphia (PHL) - 28% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Minneapolis to State College. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $524, a difference of $206. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Minneapolis to State College?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Minneapolis to State College. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 13m and 5h 47m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 $339 to $1,729. 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 Minneapolis to State College?

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 13m, compared with 5h 47m via Philadelphia (PHL).

What is the time difference between Minneapolis and State College?

State College is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis (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 $97 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Minneapolis to State College flight?

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to State College range from $368 to $653, with an average of $436 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to State College typically range from $368 to $653. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to State College?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to State College. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Minneapolis to State College?

American Airlines ($339) and United Airlines ($339) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to State College according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Minneapolis to State College route. 72% 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 Minneapolis to State College?

Flights via Philadelphia (PHL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $391. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Minneapolis to State College layovers at 3h 18m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5

6:00 am - 1:14 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SCE State College University Park

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11:36 am - 7:04 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SCE State College University Park

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$344United Airlines

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8:00 am - 7:04 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SCE State College University Park

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6:00 am - 2:13 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SCE State College University Park

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8:00 am - 1:14 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SCE State College University Park

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5:00 pm - 11:25 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SCE State College University Park

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6:00 am - 1:14 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SCE State College University Park

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3:23 pm - 11:44 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SCE State College University Park

7h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1:49 pm - 11:44 pmSCE State College University Park-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

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How much is a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to State College? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Minneapolis to State College departing in december.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to State College?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to State College. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Minneapolis to State College?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Minneapolis to State College.
How long is a flight from Minneapolis to State College?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Minneapolis to State College. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 13m and 5h 47m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Minneapolis to State College flight?
Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to State College range from $368 to $653, with an average of $436 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Minneapolis 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 $339 to $1,729. 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 $97 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 72% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) - 28% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to State College?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Minneapolis to State College. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $524, a difference of $206.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Minneapolis to State College?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 13m, compared with 5h 47m via Philadelphia (PHL).
What is the time difference between Minneapolis and State College?
State College is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis (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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $318, about $206 less than Tuesday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to State College trip for September. Fares historically average $318 round-trip in that month - typically $460 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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