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

Flights from New Orleans to State College usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at State College University Park (SCE).

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

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

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

One-stop flights from New Orleans to State College most commonly connect through: • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 50% of one-stop connections • Philadelphia (PHL) - 43% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from New Orleans to State College. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $609, 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 New Orleans to State College?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from New Orleans to State College. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 22m and 5h 47m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 $349 to $1,504. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from New Orleans to State College looking right now?

One-way fares from New Orleans to State College are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $554, which is 37% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 22m, compared with 5h 29m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 47m via Philadelphia (PHL).

What is the time difference between New Orleans and State College?

State College is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans (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 New Orleans to State College flight?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to State College range from $367 to $482, with an average of $458 over the past 12 months. Anything below $367 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to State College typically range from $367 to $482. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349, on American Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New Orleans to State College?

American Airlines ($349) and United Airlines ($458) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New Orleans to State College according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) is the most popular layover for the New Orleans to State College route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via IAD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New Orleans to State College?

Flights via Philadelphia (PHL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $410. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for New Orleans to State College layovers at 3h 04m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7

6:00 am - 2:42 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park

7h 42m1 stop Philadelphia

4:32 pm - 11:00 pmSCE State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$349American Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7

2:20 pm - 11:44 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park

8h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:00 pm - 10:54 pmSCE State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$458United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

8:00 am - 2:13 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park

5h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:40 pm - 11:52 pmSCE State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$459United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

8:00 am - 2:13 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park

5h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:30 am - 7:58 pmSCE State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

10h 28m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$464United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

5:00 am - 2:13 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park

8h 13m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:30 am - 7:58 pmSCE State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

10h 28m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$469United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

11:41 am - 6:52 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park

6h 11m1 stop Philadelphia

7:27 pm - 12:14 amSCE State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 47m1 stop Philadelphia

$493American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

11:41 am - 6:52 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park

6h 11m1 stop Philadelphia

7:27 pm - 12:14 amSCE State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 47m1 stop Philadelphia

$499American Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3

8:00 am - 2:13 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park

5h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:40 pm - 11:52 pmSCE State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$514United Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3

8:00 am - 2:13 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park

5h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:30 am - 6:47 pmSCE State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

9h 17m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

$520United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

11:41 am - 6:52 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park

6h 11m1 stop Philadelphia

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5h 47m1 stop Philadelphia

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How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to State College departing in december.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to State College?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to State College.
How long is a flight from New Orleans to State College?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from New Orleans to State College. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 22m and 5h 47m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to State College flight?
Round-trip flights from New Orleans to State College range from $367 to $482, with an average of $458 over the past 12 months. Anything below $367 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 $349 to $1,504. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from New Orleans to State College looking right now?
One-way fares from New Orleans to State College are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $554, which is 37% above the typical average for this route.
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
Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to State College?
Flights from New Orleans to State College usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at State College University Park (SCE).
Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to State College pass through?
One-stop flights from New Orleans to State College most commonly connect through:

• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) - 43% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to State College?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from New Orleans to State College. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $609, 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 New Orleans to State College?
Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 22m, compared with 5h 29m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 47m via Philadelphia (PHL).
What is the time difference between New Orleans and State College?
State College is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans (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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $398, about $211 less than Wednesday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to State College trip for September. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $351 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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