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Chicago.£155 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in State College.Price includes taxes and charges.From £155, select.
Chicago.£184 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan, returning Wed, 14 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in State College.Price includes taxes and charges.From £184, select.
Chicago.£203 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from State College on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in State College.Price includes taxes and charges.From £203, select.
Chicago.£256 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Thu, 19 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in State College.Price includes taxes and charges.From £256, select.
Chicago.£281 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Dec, returning Wed, 7 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in State College.Price includes taxes and charges.From £281, select.
Chicago.£317 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from State College on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in State College.Price includes taxes and charges.From £317, select.
Chicago.£331 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in State College.Price includes taxes and charges.From £331, select.
Chicago.£430 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from State College on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in State College.Price includes taxes and charges.From £430, select.

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State College to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£155
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week78

Finding cheap flights from State College to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from State College to Chicago is £155. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from State College to Chicago.
United, Air New Zealand and GoJet Airlines fly direct from State College to Chicago.
As of December 2025, there are 78 flights per week flying from State College to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from State College to Chicago is usually January.
If you're flying from State College Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 15.8 miles away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from £155.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from State College Airport to Chicago on Wednesday, 28 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 12 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around -2°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Flying from University Park Airport (SCE) to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from University Park Airport to Chicago.

  • The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is one hour behind State College, where University Park Airport is located.

  • The busiest route is from University Park Airport (SCE) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). You can choose from 25 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from SCE to ORD is the 06:15 United Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 17:41 with United Airlines.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SCE to Chicago flight.

  • Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at SCE and travel nonstop to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). That will be your arrival point when searching for University Park Airport to Chicago tickets.

  • Look out for offers from United Airlines. This airline has direct flights from University Park Airport to Chicago.

  • The journey from central State College to SCE takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 4 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a hotel near SCE? If you're boarding an early flight from University Park Airport to Chicago, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of University Park Airport, 67.63% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from University Park Airport (SCE) to Chicago

  • £166 is currently the best price for a one-way University Park Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket starts at £155. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Get cheap flights from SCE to Chicago by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • May is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on University Park Airport to Chicago tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from SCE to Chicago.

  • Save money on your flight from University Park Airport to Chicago with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 25 miles. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from University Park Airport to Chicago. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from SCE to Chicago can help you lock in the best possible rate.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Once your flight from University Park Airport to Chicago has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 12 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your SCE to Chicago flight:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW can get you a lower rate.

  • The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 85 miles from central Chicago. It'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from University Park Airport to Chicago.

  • The journey will take you around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RFD after your SCE to Chicago flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:

  • Whether you're looking for a zippy compact for solo travel or a roomy SUV to transport your group, you'll find the ideal Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the range of wheels available here from suppliers such as Budget, Alamo and National.

  • Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from University Park Airport to Chicago. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport can be found at 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from University Park Airport to Chicago. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Chicago in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your University Park Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SCE to Chicago in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

More about Chicago

Explore more of United States

  • Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 280 miles south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • Around 160 miles south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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