State College airport (SCE)

State College Regional Airport (IATA code: SCE), historically known as University Park Airport, serves State College, Bellefonte, and the Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) area in Centre County. It operates scheduled domestic flights connecting the region to major hub airports across the Eastern and Midwestern United States.

Official Website: flysce.com

Telephone: +1 (814) 237-2011

Terminals

The airport operates through a single, single-level linear passenger terminal open continuously 24 hours a day. The south wing houses airline ticket counters, baggage claim, rental car counters, airport authority offices, and the cafe, while the north wing features the TSA security checkpoint and gate hold room with walk-out ground boarding. All terminal areas connect seamlessly on foot on one level.

Annual passenger traffic (2017): 148,196 passengers embarked (enplanements). Nearly 300,000 in total.

Information Desks

An information and ground transportation counter is located near baggage claim, alongside general phone assistance and operational customer support provided by the Centre County Airport Authority.

 Location

The airport is situated at 2493 Fox Hill Road, approximately 3.2 km (2 miles) north of downtown State College and the Penn State University campus.

What services does State College airport (SCE) offer?

The airport terminal provides a range of amenities and facilities designed to serve traveling passengers:

Financial Services and Connectivity

• Wi-Fi: free high-speed wireless internet is accessible across the entire terminal 24 hours a day.
• ATM: an automated teller machine operated by First National Bank (FNB) is situated in the landside concourse.
• Banking services: international banking and currency exchange services provided via partnership with Northwest Bank.
• Device charging: complimentary electronic device charging stations located throughout the waiting areas.

Dining

Penn Valley Cafe, located in the main public concourse, serves Colombian coffee, hot meals (including shawarma and daily entrees), sandwiches, snacks, and chilled beverages.

Shopping

The cafe counter also stocks travel essentials, convenience items, newspapers, magazines, confections, and regional souvenirs.

Baggage Services

• Complimentary scales: free baggage check scales available in the ticketing lobby so passengers can verify luggage weight before check-in.
• Lost and Found: handled by the Centre County Airport Authority administrative offices near baggage claim (Tel +1 814 237 2011).
• Notice: due to federal safety regulations, luggage storage facilities and lockers are not available.

Other Amenities

Drinking fountains and water bottle refill stations are located in both the public area and the departure gate hold room past security.

Public and private transportation

State College Regional Airport is located about a 10 to 20-minute drive from downtown State College and the Penn State campus.

Shuttles and Private Transfers

Nittany Express provides shared-ride shuttles and taxi services to State College and regional destinations, featuring an on-site service desk next to the baggage claim area (Tel +1 814 867 4646). Other authorized limousine and charter operators include VIP Limo / Fullington (Tel +1 800 435 6556), Freedom Excursions by Scully, Arrive N Style Limousine, and Diamond Limousine. Several local hotels also offer scheduled courtesy shuttles for guests.

Taxis

Licensed taxis can be requested or picked up at the curb directly outside the terminal exit doors, operated primarily by Nittany Express and Handy Delivery Taxi (Tel +1 814 355 5555).

Ridesharing

Uber and Lyft are authorized to operate at the airport, picking up and dropping off passengers curbside directly outside the main terminal.

Intercity Buses

FlixBus operates an official intercity bus stop directly at the airport terminal on its New York City to Chicago line, offering direct travel westbound to Pittsburgh, Columbus, and Chicago, and eastbound to Harrisburg, Newark, and NYC. Regional bus connections are also available via Greyhound and Fullington Trailways.

Car rental agencies

Car rental service counters are located in the south concourse of the passenger terminal, right next to the baggage claim carousel. Vehicle pickup and return bays are situated in the designated outdoor lot directly in front of the terminal, just a short walk away.

Rental Agencies

• Alamo (Tel +1 800 462 5266)
• Avis (Tel +1 800 633 3469)
• Budget (Tel +1 800 218 7992)
• Enterprise (Tel +1 844 354 6962)
• Hertz (Tel +1 800 654 3131)
• National (Tel +1 814 237 1771)

Parking services at State College airport (SCE)

The airport features two on-site surface parking facilities located directly across from the terminal building, both offering the first 120 minutes (2 hours) free of charge.

Parking Lots

• Main Lot: situated immediately across from the terminal doors, ideal for short stays and maximum convenience. Rate: USD 12.00 per day.
• Economy Lot: long-term parking within easy walking distance. Rate: USD 6.00 per day.

Important Considerations

Grace period: the first 2 hours are complimentary in both parking areas.

Payment methods: cash and major credit cards accepted.

Additional Services

The facility provides Level 1 electric vehicle (EV) charging via mobile app, as well as dedicated truck parking managed through Truck Parking Club. For current parking details and updates, visit the official airport website. Official parking rates

Facilities for passengers with special needs

State College Regional Airport complies fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements:

Infrastructure and Accessibility

The single-level terminal is completely step-free, featuring automatic entrance doors, ramps, wheelchair-accessible restrooms, and clearly marked designated accessible parking bays directly facing the terminal entrances.

Requesting Special Assistance

Passengers requiring wheelchair service or assistance boarding aircraft should contact their airline (American Airlines or United Airlines) ahead of travel. For specialized checkpoint support, the Transportation Security Administration provides the TSA Cares program (Tel +1 855 787 2227) when booked at least 72 hours prior to departure.