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$126+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles (PIT - LAX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles are usually found in August or September, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$267
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$126
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$325

Good round-trip deal

$267 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/245:30 amPIT - LAX
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/274:59 pmLAX - PIT
1 stop24h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$267
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:00 amPIT - LAX
1 stop31h 26mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/711:04 amLAX - PIT
2 stops21h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/132:30 pmPIT - LAX
1 stop10h 41mDelta
Tue 5/206:00 amLAX - PIT
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 2/19$277
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/289:23 amPIT - LAX
Nonstop5h 31mBreeze Airways
Wed 4/912:39 pmLAX - PIT
Nonstop4h 49mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/18$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:38 pmPIT - LAX
Nonstop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/512:59 amLAX - PIT
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$305
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/411:09 amPIT - LAX
1 stop13h 21mJetBlue
Wed 3/1211:35 amLAX - PIT
1 stop9h 08mJetBlue
Deal found 2/19$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/247:05 pmPIT - LAX
2 stops16h 20mSouthwest
Fri 3/285:10 amLAX - PIT
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$379
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/307:25 amPIT - LAX
1 stop10h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/610:37 amLAX - PIT
2 stops9h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$410

Find flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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PittsburghLos Angeles

PIT - LAX

PITLAX

Pittsburgh

Thu 4/24

5:30 am-9:35 pm

2 stops19h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/27

4:59 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop24h 11m

$267

PittsburghLos Angeles

PIT - LAX

PITLAX

Pittsburgh

Fri 4/4

6:00 am-10:26 am

1 stop31h 26m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/7

11:04 am-11:56 am

2 stops21h 52m

$269

PittsburghLos Angeles

PIT - LAX

PITLAX

Pittsburgh

Tue 5/13

2:30 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop10h 41m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

6:00 am-3:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$277

PittsburghLos Angeles

PIT - LAX

PITLAX

Pittsburgh

Fri 3/28

9:23 am-11:54 am

Nonstop5h 31m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

12:39 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

$296

PittsburghLos Angeles

PIT - LAX

PITLAX

Pittsburgh

Wed 4/30

5:38 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

12:59 am-10:51 am

1 stop6h 52m

$305

PittsburghLos Angeles

PIT - LAX

PITLAX

Pittsburgh

Tue 3/4

11:09 am-9:30 pm

1 stop13h 21m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

11:35 am-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$307

PittsburghLos Angeles

PIT - LAX

PITLAX

Pittsburgh

Sun 6/8

11:25 am-7:56 am

1 stop23h 31m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/14

11:55 pm-10:25 am

1 stop7h 30m

$375

PittsburghLos Angeles

PIT - LAX

PITLAX

Pittsburgh

Mon 3/24

7:05 pm-8:25 am

2 stops16h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 3/28

5:10 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$379

PittsburghLos Angeles

PIT - LAX

PITLAX

Pittsburgh

Sat 4/5

9:00 am-1:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/11

1:20 am-11:49 am

1 stop7h 29m

$405

PittsburghLos Angeles

PIT - LAX

PITLAX

Pittsburgh

Wed 6/4

2:20 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/8

10:35 pm-9:57 am

1 stop8h 22m

$428

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Pittsburgh-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Pittsburgh-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Pittsburgh-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Pittsburgh-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Pittsburgh-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PIT to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 52% on flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Pittsburgh to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,691 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,071 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Pittsburgh to Los Angeles flight route?

    This flight path from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles was viewed by 35 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles round-trip from $269. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $277, and Breeze Airways, from $296. Spirit Airlines is 8% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles one-way?

    $126 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and JetBlue, with prices starting from $129 and $136, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $102. While the most popular route (Pittsburgh - Los Angeles) can be booked for $155 on average our data indicates $641 when flying from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    The most popular layover on flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles is Chicago.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?

    Most Chicago visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North. Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North are located about 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Chicago O'Hare Intl for about $49 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Pittsburgh to Los Angeles flights?

    Flights departing from Pittsburgh and landing in Los Angeles layover in Charlotte least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Pittsburgh to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh to Los Angeles. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$138Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$302Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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