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

Flights from Raleigh to State College usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at State College University Park (SCE).

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

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

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

Connecting flights from Raleigh to State College most commonly pass through: • Philadelphia (PHL) - 61% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 39% 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 Raleigh to State College?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 56% on the Raleigh to State College route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $686, a difference of $378. 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 Raleigh to State College?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Raleigh to State College. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 38m and 4h 27m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 $319 to $2,923. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Raleigh to State College are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $473, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 38m, compared with 4h 27m via Philadelphia (PHL).

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 Raleigh to State College flight?

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to State College range from $298 to $489, with an average of $369 over the past 12 months. Anything below $298 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Raleigh to State College?

American Airlines ($319) and United Airlines ($319) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Raleigh to State College according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Raleigh to State College?

Philadelphia (PHL) is the most popular layover for the Raleigh to State College route. 61% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via PHL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to State College which airport offers the shortest layover?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) had the shortest average connection time for Raleigh to State College layovers at 152 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $279-$321

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to State College

Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12

6:00 am - 9:40 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 40m1 stop Philadelphia

7:27 pm - 11:59 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

4h 32m1 stop Philadelphia

$319American Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Oct 31

6:00 am - 9:50 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 50m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:35 am - 5:41 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

7h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$319United Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8

6:00 am - 10:08 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

4h 08m1 stop Philadelphia

7:27 pm - 11:59 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

4h 32m1 stop Philadelphia

$334American Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4

6:00 am - 9:47 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:00 am - 9:34 amSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

3h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$349United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5

6:00 am - 9:47 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:00 pm - 11:59 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

3h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$349United Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3

10:40 am - 2:02 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 22m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:30 am - 2:05 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

3h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$349United Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

6:00 am - 9:47 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:00 pm - 11:59 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

3h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$379United Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

6:00 am - 9:47 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:00 pm - 11:59 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

3h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$381United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24

7:45 pm - 11:44 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:50 am - 4:02 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

5h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$389United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

6:00 am - 9:40 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 40m1 stop Philadelphia

7:27 pm - 11:59 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

4h 32m1 stop Philadelphia

$414American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Raleigh to State College

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21

6:00 am - 10:08 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

4h 08m1 stop Philadelphia

7:10 pm - 11:40 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

4h 30m1 stop Philadelphia

$389American Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Sat, Sep 26

6:00 am - 9:47 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1:56 pm - 9:46 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

7h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$469United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21

6:12 am - 12:40 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

6h 28m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Philadelphia

7:10 pm - 11:40 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

4h 30m1 stop Philadelphia

$518American Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21

6:12 am - 12:40 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

6h 28m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Philadelphia

1:24 pm - 8:57 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

7h 33m2 stops Philadelphia Charlotte Douglas

$608American Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Sat, Sep 26

1:15 pm - 8:53 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

7h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:30 am - 6:49 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

8h 19m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

$746United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Sep 24

7:59 pm - 11:44 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

3h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

2:42 pm - 7:58 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

5h 16m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$767United Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 21

8:00 am - 12:40 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

4h 40m1 stop Philadelphia

10:33 am - 4:52 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 19m1 stop Philadelphia

$827American Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 21

5:02 am - 12:40 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

7h 38m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Philadelphia

6:07 am - 9:55 amSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

3h 48m1 stop Philadelphia

$832American Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 21

5:02 am - 12:40 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

7h 38m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Philadelphia

1:24 pm - 8:57 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

7h 33m2 stops Philadelphia Charlotte Douglas

$898American Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 21

7:00 am - 2:02 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-SCE State College University Park

7h 02m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:12 am - 4:02 pmSCE State College University Park-RDU Raleigh-Durham

5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,248United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to State College flights

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to State College start at $319. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $298 to $489. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to State College, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 85% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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High season	September
Cheapest flight	$334

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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to State College based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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

• Philadelphia (PHL) - 61% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 39% 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 Raleigh to State College?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 56% on the Raleigh to State College route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $686, a difference of $378. 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 Raleigh to State College?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Raleigh to State College. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 38m and 4h 27m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 $319 to $2,923. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Raleigh to State College looking right now?
One-way fares from Raleigh to State College are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $473, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Raleigh to State College?
Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 38m, compared with 4h 27m via Philadelphia (PHL).
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 Raleigh to State College flight?
Round-trip flights from Raleigh to State College range from $298 to $489, with an average of $369 over the past 12 months. Anything below $298 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $308 - about $378 less than Tuesday (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to State College trip for November. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $526 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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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