Pittsburgh

$48+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh (PHL - PIT)

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PHL — PIT
Apr 30 — May 71
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Pittsburgh (PIT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$98
(Frontier)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$144

Good round-trip deal

$118 or less

Good one-way deal

$49 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Philadelphia-Pittsburgh flight deals.
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From Philadelphia to Pittsburgh
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 32% potential increase in price ($122 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh.
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/812:36 pmPHL - PIT
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Fri 5/94:08 pmPIT - PHL
Nonstop1h 18mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$98
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/116:00 amPHL - PIT
1 stop5h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/123:49 pmPIT - PHL
Nonstop1h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Thu 5/158:40 amPHL - PIT
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/178:06 amPIT - PHL
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sat 5/316:00 amPHL - PIT
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Tue 6/36:25 amPIT - PHL
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/25$189
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 6/67:12 pmPHL - PIT
1 stop19h 18mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/95:54 amPIT - PHL
1 stop15h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Wed 6/115:55 amPHL - PIT
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Thu 6/125:00 pmPIT - PHL
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/24$339
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sat 5/106:00 amPHL - PIT
1 stop6h 55mJetBlue
Wed 5/149:12 amPIT - PHL
1 stop7h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 4/25$368

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh that are best for you.

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PhiladelphiaPittsburgh

PHL - PIT

PHLPIT

Philadelphia

Thu 5/8

12:36 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

Pittsburgh

Mon 5/12

4:08 pm-5:26 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$98

PhiladelphiaPittsburgh

PHL - PIT

PHLPIT

Philadelphia

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-11:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

Pittsburgh

Thu 6/12

3:49 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$158

PhiladelphiaPittsburgh

PHL - PIT

PHLPIT

Philadelphia

Thu 5/15

8:40 am-9:57 am

Nonstop1h 17m

Pittsburgh

Sat 5/17

8:06 am-9:18 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$159

PhiladelphiaPittsburgh

PHL - PIT

PHLPIT

Philadelphia

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop5h 10m

Pittsburgh

Tue 6/3

6:25 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$189

PhiladelphiaPittsburgh

PHL - PIT

PHLPIT

Philadelphia

Fri 6/6

7:12 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop19h 18m

Pittsburgh

Mon 6/9

5:54 am-9:34 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$237

PhiladelphiaPittsburgh

PHL - PIT

PHLPIT

Philadelphia

Wed 6/11

5:55 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 20m

Pittsburgh

Thu 6/12

5:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 15m

$339

PhiladelphiaPittsburgh

PHL - PIT

PHLPIT

Philadelphia

Sat 5/10

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Pittsburgh

Wed 5/14

9:12 am-4:38 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$368

PhiladelphiaPittsburgh

PHL - PIT

PHLPIT

Philadelphia

Mon 5/19

1:47 pm-3:08 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$48

PhiladelphiaPittsburgh

PHL - PIT

PHLPIT

Philadelphia

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$114

PhiladelphiaPittsburgh

PHL - PIT

PHLPIT

Philadelphia

Sat 5/3

6:30 am-8:23 am

1 stop25h 53m

$115

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Philadelphia-Pittsburgh flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Pittsburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Pittsburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Pittsburgh flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Philadelphia-Pittsburgh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Philadelphia to Pittsburgh trip
Airports
PHL

For quick access, use the inter-terminal shuttle linking Terminal F, C, and A, running every 10 minutes.

Read more about PHLby Mark Chesnut
PIT

The 28X Airport Flyer bus is the most budget-friendly option to downtown Pittsburgh, running twice an hour and taking about 45 minutes.

Read more about PITby John Walton
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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PHL

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on PIT

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Pittsburgh from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh is 55 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh (average of $262). Flying from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $333). 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 PHL to PIT?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 25, 2025.

When flying from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 75% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Pittsburgh flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 25, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to PIT are scheduled on a Friday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Pittsburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Pittsburgh ranges from 2.3 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Pittsburgh when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Pittsburgh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Pittsburgh, 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 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Pittsburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pittsburgh. 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 Pittsburgh. Reviews last updated April 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

    You will need to book a flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh if you want to fly from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Pittsburgh (PIT) on a regular basis. There are 14 flights to Pittsburgh from the Philadelphia airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PHL to PIT to be around 1h 12m.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to Pittsburgh flight route?

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

    Currently priced at $98, Frontier will fly you from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $159 and $189, respectively. Frontier is 60% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $48. Users have also found prices from $114 and $115 on JetBlue and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

    Before booking your flight to Pittsburgh from Philadelphia, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Alaska Airlines (93%), Frontier (93%), Piedmont Airlines( 92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

    While on average a flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh is generally $112, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $38. When looking at the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Pittsburgh), you can expect to pay $152 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh 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 Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh (average of $262). Flying from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $333). 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 4 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. 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 April 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$48Average$97FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$118Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$133Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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