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

Flights from State College to Dayton usually depart from State College University Park (SCE) and arrive at Dayton (DAY).

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

Connecting flights from State College to Dayton most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 80% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 20% 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 State College to Dayton?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the State College to Dayton route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $344 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $371, a difference of $27. 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 State College to Dayton?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from State College to Dayton. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 40m and 7h 10m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from State College to Dayton?

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 State College to Dayton 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 $369 to $1,238. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from State College to Dayton are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $324, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 40m, compared with 7h 10m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What car rental options are available at Dayton Airport (DAY)?

Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Thrifty • Hertz • Alamo • Avis

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

United Airlines ($369) and American Airlines ($410) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from State College to Dayton according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the State College to Dayton route. 80% 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 State College to Dayton?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $342. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) had the shortest average connection time for State College to Dayton layovers at 144 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

5:57 pm - 11:59 pmSCE State College University Park-DAY Dayton

6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:30 am - 9:52 amDAY Dayton-SCE State College University Park

4h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$369United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

5:57 pm - 11:59 pmSCE State College University Park-DAY Dayton

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5:30 am - 9:52 amDAY Dayton-SCE State College University Park

4h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$389United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

5:57 pm - 11:58 pmSCE State College University Park-DAY Dayton

6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:33 pm - 11:44 pmDAY Dayton-SCE State College University Park

4h 11m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$399United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

1:34 pm - 11:38 pmSCE State College University Park-DAY Dayton

10h 04m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 10:08 amDAY Dayton-SCE State College University Park

4h 08m1 stop Philadelphia

$410American Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29

6:00 am - 9:47 amSCE State College University Park-DAY Dayton

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

7:33 pm - 11:44 pmDAY Dayton-SCE State College University Park

4h 11m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$479United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

1:34 pm - 11:38 pmSCE State College University Park-DAY Dayton

10h 04m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:34 am - 2:10 pmDAY Dayton-SCE State College University Park

8h 36m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Philadelphia

$491American Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

5:57 pm - 11:58 pmSCE State College University Park-DAY Dayton

6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:32 am - 5:12 pmDAY Dayton-SCE State College University Park

5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$495United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

10:30 am - 11:59 pmSCE State College University Park-DAY Dayton

13h 29m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:30 am - 9:52 amDAY Dayton-SCE State College University Park

4h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$542United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

10:30 am - 11:59 pmSCE State College University Park-DAY Dayton

13h 29m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:30 am - 9:52 amDAY Dayton-SCE State College University Park

4h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$572United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19

10:30 am - 8:19 pmSCE State College University Park-DAY Dayton

9h 49m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:33 pm - 11:44 pmDAY Dayton-SCE State College University Park

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

Round-trip flights from State College to Dayton start at $369. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $309 to $371. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $369 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from State College to Dayton?
Flights from State College to Dayton usually depart from State College University Park (SCE) and arrive at Dayton (DAY).
Which airports do connecting flights from State College to Dayton pass through?
Connecting flights from State College to Dayton most commonly pass through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 80% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 20% 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 State College to Dayton?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the State College to Dayton route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $344 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $371, a difference of $27. 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 State College to Dayton?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from State College to Dayton. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 40m and 7h 10m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from State College to Dayton?
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 State College to Dayton 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 $369 to $1,238. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from State College to Dayton looking right now?
One-way fares from State College to Dayton are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $324, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from State College to Dayton?
Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 40m, compared with 7h 10m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What car rental options are available at Dayton Airport (DAY)?
Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Budget
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Avis

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $344 - about $27 less than Saturday (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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