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$117+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego (PIT - SAN)

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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — SAN
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Pittsburgh to San Diego are usually found in August or May, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) to San Diego (SAN). 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 January 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(Delta)

One-way from

$117
(Trip.com)

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November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$404

Good round-trip deal

$188 or less

Good one-way deal

$96 or less
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Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 10/411:45 amPIT - SAN
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Mon 10/139:40 pmSAN - PIT
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Deal found 1/29$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/202:45 pmPIT - SAN
2 stops11h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sun 2/237:41 pmSAN - PIT
3 stops35h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/28$279
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/47:00 amPIT - SAN
2 stops20h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/812:37 pmSAN - PIT
2 stops17h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 3/155:18 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/2310:37 pmSAN - PIT
1 stop9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/28$308
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Mon 2/247:20 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop16h 51mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/277:55 pmSAN - PIT
2 stops19h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/30$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 2/236:00 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Wed 2/266:45 amSAN - PIT
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 2/116:00 amPIT - SAN
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/187:19 pmSAN - PIT
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$346
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/64:41 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Sun 2/96:25 amSAN - PIT
1 stop6h 19mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$446
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/511:00 amPIT - SAN
1 stop11h 18mJetBlue
Sun 2/98:30 pmSAN - PIT
1 stop10h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 1/29$453

Find flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego 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 January 30, 2025.

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PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Mon 3/3

6:05 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop7h 47m

San Diego

Tue 3/4

6:15 am-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$277

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Thu 2/20

2:45 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops11h 11m

San Diego

Sun 2/23

7:41 pm-10:02 am

3 stops35h 21m

$279

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Mon 3/3

4:45 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Diego

Mon 3/10

7:55 pm-11:45 am

2 stops12h 50m

$303

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Sun 5/4

7:00 am-12:26 am

2 stops20h 26m

San Diego

Thu 5/8

12:37 pm-8:45 am

2 stops17h 08m

$304

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Sat 3/15

5:18 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop9h 16m

San Diego

Sun 3/23

10:37 pm-11:03 am

1 stop9h 26m

$308

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Mon 2/24

7:20 pm-9:11 am

1 stop16h 51m

San Diego

Thu 2/27

7:55 pm-6:24 pm

2 stops19h 29m

$327

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Tue 2/11

6:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop8h 07m

San Diego

Tue 2/18

7:19 pm-6:49 am

1 stop8h 30m

$346

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Fri 7/11

9:30 am-11:42 am

Nonstop5h 12m

San Diego

Fri 7/18

12:27 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$400

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Mon 2/24

12:25 pm-7:20 am

2 stops21h 55m

$117

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Fri 2/28

12:49 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$129

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Compare providers for flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego

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 Pittsburgh to San Diego in January.
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
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Pittsburgh-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Pittsburgh-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Pittsburgh-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Pittsburgh-San Diego 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-San Diego 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 San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 26, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

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
4,587 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

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
144 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

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
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

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
8,456 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

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
3,156 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.1

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 San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($277), Spirit Airlines ($279), and Southwest ($303) offers the cheapest pricing from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Delta is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $117. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from Pittsburgh to San Diego for a low price.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $96. While the most popular route (Pittsburgh - San Diego) can be booked for $201 on average our data indicates $249 when flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

    Flights departing from Pittsburgh and landing in San Diego layover in Charlotte most frequently.

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

    Charlotte travelers tend to visit Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center more than anywhere else. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center can be visited by traveling about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.8 mi respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Travelers can rent a car at Charlotte Douglas for an average daily rate of $43 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Pittsburgh to San Diego flights?

    Pittsburgh to San Diego flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Las Vegas.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego. 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$156Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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