What airlines are available from State College to Madison?

Only United Airlines operates flights between State College and Madison.

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

Flights from State College to Madison usually depart from State College University Park (SCE) and arrive at Madison Truax Field (MSN).

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

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

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

Connecting flights from State College to Madison most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 58% of one-stop connections • Philadelphia (PHL) - 42% 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 Madison?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 55% on the State College to Madison route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $428 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $932, a difference of $504. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What are the earliest and latest flights from State College to Madison?

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from State College to Madison: • Earliest: departs at 10:45 am and lands at 12:41 pm • Latest: departs at 10:45 am and lands at 12:41 pm. The flight takes about 1h 56m.

How long is a flight from State College to Madison?

A nonstop flight from State College to Madison takes 1h 56m, covering 610 miles.

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

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 Madison 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 $374 to $1,483. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from State College to Madison are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $476, which is 100% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 47m, compared with 5h 34m via Philadelphia (PHL).

What is the time difference between State College and Madison?

Madison is 1 hour behind State College (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Madison Truax Field Airport (MSN)?

Madison Truax Field Airport (MSN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Alamo • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • Budget

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

Round-trip flights from State College to Madison range from $428 to $660, with an average of $519 over the past 12 months. Anything below $428 counts as a good deal.

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

American Airlines ($374) and United Airlines ($460) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from State College to Madison according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the State College to Madison route. 58% 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 Madison?

Flights via Philadelphia (PHL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $492. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Which route, including a layover, takes the shortest amount of time from State College to Madison?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from State College to Madison at 4h 47m one-way, 2h 51m longer than the 1h 56m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for State College to Madison layovers at 188 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

7:10 pm - 11:30 pmSCE State College University Park-MSN Madison Truax Field

5h 20m1 stop Philadelphia

3:28 pm - 11:00 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SCE State College University Park

6h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Philadelphia

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5:57 pm - 10:35 pmSCE State College University Park-MSN Madison Truax Field

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6:49 am - 1:14 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SCE State College University Park

5h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$460United Airlines

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5:57 pm - 10:35 pmSCE State College University Park-MSN Madison Truax Field

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5:00 am - 9:52 amMSN Madison Truax Field-SCE State College University Park

3h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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1:24 pm - 10:10 pmSCE State College University Park-MSN Madison Truax Field

9h 46m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:17 pm - 11:00 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SCE State College University Park

9h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Philadelphia

$614American Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

8:00 pm - 9:54 amSCE State College University Park-MSN Madison Truax Field

14h 54m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:17 am - 1:14 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SCE State College University Park

3h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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6:00 am - 3:04 pmSCE State College University Park-MSN Madison Truax Field

10h 04m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 9:52 amMSN Madison Truax Field-SCE State College University Park

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Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4

6:00 am - 11:43 amSCE State College University Park-MSN Madison Truax Field

6h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:18 pm - 10:23 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SCE State College University Park

4h 05m1 stop Philadelphia

$713American Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4

6:00 am - 11:43 amSCE State College University Park-MSN Madison Truax Field

6h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

9:15 am - 6:43 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SCE State College University Park

8h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Philadelphia

$718American Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5

6:00 am - 11:43 amSCE State College University Park-MSN Madison Truax Field

6h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:18 pm - 10:23 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SCE State College University Park

4h 05m1 stop Philadelphia

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Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5

6:00 am - 11:43 amSCE State College University Park-MSN Madison Truax Field

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5:00 am - 2:03 pmMSN Madison Truax Field-SCE State College University Park

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

Round-trip flights from State College to Madison start at $374. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $428 to $660. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $374 on American Airlines.

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What airlines are available from State College to Madison?
Only United Airlines operates flights between State College and Madison.
Which airports can I use when flying from State College to Madison?
Flights from State College to Madison usually depart from State College University Park (SCE) and arrive at Madison Truax Field (MSN).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from State College to Madison?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from State College to Madison.
Which airports do connecting flights from State College to Madison pass through?
Connecting flights from State College to Madison most commonly pass through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 58% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) - 42% 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 Madison?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 55% on the State College to Madison route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $428 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $932, a difference of $504. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What are the earliest and latest flights from State College to Madison?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from State College to Madison:

• Earliest: departs at 10:45 am and lands at 12:41 pm
• Latest: departs at 10:45 am and lands at 12:41 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 56m.
How long is a flight from State College to Madison?
A nonstop flight from State College to Madison takes 1h 56m, covering 610 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from State College to Madison?
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 Madison 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 $374 to $1,483. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from State College to Madison looking right now?
One-way fares from State College to Madison are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $476, which is 100% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from State College to Madison?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 47m, compared with 5h 34m via Philadelphia (PHL).
What is the time difference between State College and Madison?
Madison is 1 hour behind State College (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Madison Truax Field Airport (MSN)?
Madison Truax Field Airport (MSN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• Budget
How much should I expect to pay for a State College to Madison flight?
Round-trip flights from State College to Madison range from $428 to $660, with an average of $519 over the past 12 months. Anything below $428 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $428 - about $504 less than Sunday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your State College to Madison trip for October. Fares historically average $300 round-trip in that month - typically $632 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 Madison Truax Field Airport.
- Doubletree by Hilton East Madison East
- Best Western East Towne Suites
- Holiday Inn Madison At The American Center By IHG

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