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

Flights from State College to San Jose usually depart from State College University Park (SCE) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

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

Most connecting flights from State College to San Jose pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 65% on the State College to San Jose route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $493 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,375, a difference of $882. 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 popular places can I visit in San Jose?

Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from State College to San Jose?

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 San Jose 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 $509 to $3,941. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from State College to San Jose are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,010, which is 48% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between State College and San Jose?

San Jose is 3 hours behind State College (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Fox • Thrifty • Dollar • Hertz

What is the cheapest airline to fly from State College to San Jose?

United Airlines ($509) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from State College to San Jose in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from State College to San Jose?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $845. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for State College to San Jose layovers at 262 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 27

5:41 pm - 10:36 pmSCE State College University Park-SJC San Jose

7h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:15 pm - 12:17 amSJC San Jose-SCE State College University Park

7h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$509United Airlines

Thu, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 27

5:41 pm - 10:36 pmSCE State College University Park-SJC San Jose

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9:00 am - 12:17 amSJC San Jose-SCE State College University Park

12h 17m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$554United Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

5:57 pm - 10:42 pmSCE State College University Park-SJC San Jose

7h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 5:12 pmSJC San Jose-SCE State College University Park

7h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$639United Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30

5:41 pm - 9:11 pmSCE State College University Park-SJC San Jose

30h 30m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl Denver Intl

9:00 am - 11:24 pmSJC San Jose-SCE State College University Park

11h 24m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$664United Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30

6:00 am - 9:11 pmSCE State College University Park-SJC San Jose

18h 11m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl

9:00 am - 12:32 amSJC San Jose-SCE State College University Park

12h 32m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$668United Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30

5:41 pm - 1:26 pmSCE State College University Park-SJC San Jose

22h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

9:00 am - 11:24 pmSJC San Jose-SCE State College University Park

11h 24m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$684United Airlines

Thu, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 27

3:05 pm - 10:36 pmSCE State College University Park-SJC San Jose

10h 31m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 12:17 amSJC San Jose-SCE State College University Park

12h 17m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$689United Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30

5:41 pm - 9:11 pmSCE State College University Park-SJC San Jose

30h 30m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl Denver Intl

9:00 am - 11:24 pmSJC San Jose-SCE State College University Park

11h 24m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$705United Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30

5:41 pm - 9:11 pmSCE State College University Park-SJC San Jose

30h 30m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl Denver Intl

9:00 am - 11:24 pmSJC San Jose-SCE State College University Park

11h 24m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$713United Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

5:57 pm - 10:42 pmSCE State College University Park-SJC San Jose

7h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 5:12 pmSJC San Jose-SCE State College University Park

7h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$759United Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from State College to San Jose start at $509. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $593 to $756. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $509 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from State College to San Jose?
Flights from State College to San Jose usually depart from State College University Park (SCE) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).
Which airports do connecting flights from State College to San Jose pass through?
Most connecting flights from State College to San Jose pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from State College to San Jose?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 65% on the State College to San Jose route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $493 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,375, a difference of $882. 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 popular places can I visit in San Jose?
Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from State College to San Jose?
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 San Jose 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 $509 to $3,941. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from State College to San Jose looking right now?
One-way fares from State College to San Jose are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,010, which is 48% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between State College and San Jose?
San Jose is 3 hours behind State College (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?
San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Europcar
• Fox
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $493 - about $882 less than Monday (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
- DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
- Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

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