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Cheapest round-trip
$248
Typical prices: $222-$444
Southwest
Sat 10/13Sat 10/20
MDW - PIT • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$127
Typical prices: $105-$336
Frontier
Tue 12/11
MDW - PIT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 25m
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Most punctual • 86% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 70% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Midway to Pittsburgh (MDW-PIT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Midway to Pittsburgh

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:55 am - 10:15 amMDW  Chicago Midway-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 20mnonstop
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1:50 pm - 2:20 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 30mnonstop
$248Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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4:30 pm - 9:10 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 40m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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6:50 pm - 7:20 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 30mnonstop
$258Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:55 pm - 8:20 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 25mnonstop
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5:40 am - 1:25 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MDW Chicago Midway
8h 45m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$264Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:45 am - 10:05 amMDW  Chicago Midway-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 20mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 5:50 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 30mnonstop
$267Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:05 am - 10:25 amMDW  Chicago Midway-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 20mnonstop
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7:45 pm - 8:15 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 30mnonstop
$267Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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9:40 am - 5:30 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-PIT Pittsburgh
6h 50m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Nashville Intl
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4:40 pm - 7:25 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MDW Chicago Midway
3h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$273Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:05 am - 10:25 amMDW  Chicago Midway-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 20mnonstop
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8:55 pm - 11:55 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
$276Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:50 am - 12:55 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 05m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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8:55 am - 9:25 amPIT  Pittsburgh-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 30mnonstop
$276Southwest
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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8:07 pm - 9:35 amMDW  Chicago Midway-PIT Pittsburgh
12h 28m1 stop Orlando
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10:30 am - 7:02 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 32m1 stop Orlando
$280Frontier
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
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9:29 am - 3:18 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 49m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 9:32 amPIT  Pittsburgh-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 32m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$323Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

Round-trip flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh start at $248. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $222 to $444. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $248 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 88% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh at $177 round-trip.
  • March ($611) and February ($477) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 245% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 70% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Midway to Pittsburgh

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on MDW

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on PIT

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

Key details for Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$127
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Midway to Pittsburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Midway to Pittsburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Chicago Midway Airport and Pittsburgh.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh usually depart from Chicago Midway (MDW) and arrive at Pittsburgh (PIT).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $260 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $309 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh pass through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 58% on the Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $239 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $569, a difference of $330. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 48 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Pittsburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Pittsburgh are PNC Ballpark, David L Lawrence Convention Center and PPG Paints Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Pittsburgh on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:40 am and lands at 9:05 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:45 pm and lands at 10:10 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 25m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 76% above the route average of $302. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh takes 1h 25m, covering 400 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $248 to $799. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $142, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • What is the time difference between Chicago Midway Airport and Pittsburgh?

    Pittsburgh is 1 hour ahead of Chicago Midway Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Pittsburgh Airport (PIT)?

    Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh range from $222 to $444, with an average of $302 over the past 12 months. Anything below $222 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $239 - about $330 less than Sunday (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 70% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh trip for September. Fares historically average $177 round-trip in that month - typically $434 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Southwest is the strongest pick on this route. 86% of Southwest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Pittsburgh arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 48 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $260 round-trip on this route - about $49 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Pittsburgh Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport

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