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$149+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh (SFO - PIT)

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PIT
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from San Francisco to Pittsburgh are usually found in February or January, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 November 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

June

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Round-trip from

$345
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Pittsburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/125:00 amSFO - PIT
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/177:10 amPIT - SFO
2 stops11h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/2512:41 amSFO - PIT
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/75:37 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$348
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/158:00 amSFO - PIT
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2210:07 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/1112:25 amSFO - PIT
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Sun 12/155:07 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop8h 53mDelta
Deal found 11/20$378
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/117:55 amSFO - PIT
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Wed 12/182:10 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$411
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/67:40 amSFO - PIT
1 stop12h 04mJetBlue
Wed 12/116:00 amPIT - SFO
1 stop10h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 11/20$421
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/146:46 pmSFO - PIT
2 stops23h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/117:28 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop16h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$425
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/196:00 amSFO - PIT
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Thu 12/269:56 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$498

Find flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Thu 12/12

5:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

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Tue 12/17

7:10 am-3:14 pm

2 stops11h 04m

$345

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Wed 12/25

12:41 am-11:56 am

1 stop8h 15m

Pittsburgh

Tue 1/7

5:37 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$348

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Sun 12/15

8:00 am-9:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Pittsburgh

Sun 12/22

10:07 pm-7:59 am

1 stop12h 52m

$358

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Thu 1/23

2:07 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops25h 25m

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Sun 1/26

7:28 pm-12:52 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$359

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SFO - PIT

SFOPIT

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

12:40 am-10:48 am

1 stop7h 08m

Pittsburgh

Mon 3/17

5:40 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$367

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SFOPIT

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

11:05 am-10:40 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Pittsburgh

Tue 1/28

12:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$388

San FranciscoPittsburgh

SFO - PIT

SFOPIT

San Francisco

Fri 12/6

7:40 am-10:44 pm

1 stop12h 04m

Pittsburgh

Wed 12/11

6:00 am-1:26 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$421

San FranciscoPittsburgh

SFO - PIT

SFOPIT

San Francisco

Thu 12/19

6:00 am-9:06 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Pittsburgh

Thu 12/26

9:56 pm-7:59 am

1 stop13h 03m

$498

San FranciscoPittsburgh

SFO - PIT

SFOPIT

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

12:22 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$149

San FranciscoPittsburgh

SFO - PIT

SFOPIT

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

11:00 pm-6:49 am

Nonstop4h 49m

$150

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Pittsburgh in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 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 San Francisco-Pittsburgh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Pittsburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Pittsburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Pittsburgh 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 San Francisco-Pittsburgh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Pittsburgh

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Pittsburgh. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, you should look to book at least 82 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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Pittsburgh (average of $259). Flying from San Francisco to Pittsburgh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 SFO to PIT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 20, 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Pittsburgh. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Pittsburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to PIT are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 November 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Southwest and Frontier. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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8.1

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8.7

Boarding

8.2

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.1

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7.2

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8.1

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8.7

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8.2

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My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
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9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.1

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7.2

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8.1

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8.7

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8.2

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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7.2

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8.1

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8.7

Boarding

8.2

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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3,394 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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7.2

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8.1

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8.7

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8.2

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
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5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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7.2

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8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

    To fly from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Pittsburgh (PIT). Nonstop flights to Pittsburgh from San Francisco take 4h 45m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh offered by 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Pittsburgh flight route?

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

    United Airlines, at $345, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Pittsburgh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Pittsburgh for 23% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $149. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Pittsburgh for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

    On average you can expect to pay $957 for a flight from San Francisco to Pittsburgh. The cheapest flight overall is $169 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Pittsburgh) is currently priced at $274.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Pittsburgh (average of $259). Flying from San Francisco to Pittsburgh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$115Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$137Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$189Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$230Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$348Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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