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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $209-$422
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Wed 12/12Fri 12/14
EWR - PIT • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$99
Typical prices: $115-$257
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Fri 11/23
EWR - PIT • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 40m
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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 19 weeks in advance save around 61% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 33% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $288 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Newark to Pittsburgh (EWR-PIT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Newark to Pittsburgh

Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:29 pm - 7:11 pmEWR  Newark-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 42mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:35 amPIT  Pittsburgh-EWR Newark
1h 35mnonstop
$197United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:05 pm - 8:47 pmEWR  Newark-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 42mnonstop
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8:00 pm - 11:52 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-EWR Newark
3h 52m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$207United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
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9:35 pm - 11:14 pmEWR  Newark-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 39mnonstop
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8:30 am - 10:09 amPIT  Pittsburgh-EWR Newark
1h 39mnonstop
$221United Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 18
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10:33 am - 5:14 pmEWR  Newark-PIT Pittsburgh
6h 41m1 stop Orlando
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6:09 pm - 9:30 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-EWR Newark
27h 21m1 stop Orlando
$224Frontier
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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7:05 pm - 8:47 pmEWR  Newark-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 42mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:33 amPIT  Pittsburgh-EWR Newark
1h 33mnonstop
$227United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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7:05 pm - 8:47 pmEWR  Newark-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 42mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:35 amPIT  Pittsburgh-EWR Newark
1h 35mnonstop
$227United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
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8:00 pm - 11:28 pmEWR  Newark-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 28m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:00 am - 7:44 amPIT  Pittsburgh-EWR Newark
1h 44mnonstop
$231United Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Dec 31
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2:16 pm - 3:55 pmEWR  Newark-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 39mnonstop
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7:57 pm - 11:59 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-EWR Newark
4h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$231United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 20
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2:25 pm - 4:01 pmEWR  Newark-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 36mnonstop
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7:18 am - 9:00 amPIT  Pittsburgh-EWR Newark
1h 42mnonstop
$232United Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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10:33 am - 5:14 pmEWR  Newark-PIT Pittsburgh
6h 41m1 stop Orlando
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6:09 pm - 9:30 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-EWR Newark
27h 21m1 stop Orlando
$243Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for Newark Airport to Pittsburgh flights

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

Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh typically range from $209 to $422. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $197, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh at $202 round-trip.
•June ($403) and May ($401) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 99% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 61% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Newark to Pittsburgh

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and EWR

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 Newark Airport to Pittsburgh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$99
Beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 9% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh

When to book flights from Newark to Pittsburgh

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Your Newark Airport to Pittsburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:30 am and lands at 9:10 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:35 pm and lands at 11:15 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 40m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh?

    A nonstop flight from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh takes 1h 40m, covering 318 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Newark 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh range from $209 to $422, with an average of $301 over the past 12 months. Anything below $209 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the $301 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $288 round-trip via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD), compared to $305 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh?

    United Airlines is the only airline operating Newark Airport to Pittsburgh flights. 86% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Newark Airport to Pittsburgh?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Newark 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%.

  • Have flight prices from Newark 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 $197 to $1,808. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $109, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh usually depart from Newark (EWR) and arrive at Pittsburgh (PIT).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Pittsburgh route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 52m.

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

    One-stop flights from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh most commonly connect through:

    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 84% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $265 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $412, a difference of $147.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Newark Airport and Pittsburgh.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Newark Airport to Pittsburgh?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 41m, compared with 4h 41m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 6h 04m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What popular places can I visit in Pittsburgh?

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

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

    Among airlines operating Newark Airport to Pittsburgh flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • What are some of the transportation choices available to me to get me from the Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to downtown Pittsburgh?

    A very convenient option that uses public transportation is to take the Line 28X bus provided by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, which makes the trip from the airport to the downtown Pittsburgh area in about 40 minutes. If you would prefer to make this trip in a taxi, you should expect a trip time of about 25 minutes.

  • Will I be able to find any hotels near Pittsburgh International Airport?

    There is a hotel right on the airport property called the Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport that passengers can access through a moving indoor walkway. This hotel features free shuttle service from the terminal building to the hotel and any location within a 7-mile radius of the hotel.

  • If I am renting a car at the Pittsburgh International Airport, where will I find the rental car companies?

    This airport features rental car services from around six major rental car companies, and they all have a customer service counter on the baggage claim level of the landside terminal. All vehicles for rent can get picked up and returned on the first level of the parking garage adjacent to the terminal.

  • Where is the best place to pick up a rideshare vehicle at the Pittsburgh International Airport?

    Both of the rideshare companies that operate at this airport do their pick-ups just outside of baggage claim Door Four on the commercial arrivals curb.

Your guide to booking Newark Airport to Pittsburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $265, about $147 less than Monday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 61% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Newark Airport to Pittsburgh trip for November. Fares historically average $202 round-trip in that month - typically $201 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $288 round-trip on this route - about $18 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
  • When travelers want to find a way to easily get from the downtown Newark area to Newark International Airport (EWR) without having to drive in their own car, one of the best options is to travel on the Northeast Regional train provided by Amtrak makes the trip to the airport in about 4 minutes.
  • If you are going to be driving yourself to Newark International Airport, a great way to save money on your parking is to pre-book your space at least 24 hours ahead of your arrival, as this offers a cheaper rate than paying when you arrive. If you are looking for the most economical rate for parking, the Economy Parking option at this airport offers the lowest daily rate.
  • Passengers looking for a way to pass some time at the Newark International Airport before a flight should consider visiting one of the spa locations near Gates C70 and C101 that offer a complete line of spa services, including massages that offer a fantastic way to spend some time before a flight.
  • Moms that are nursing a little one and taking a flight from the Newark International Airport should know that this airport features nine different lactation pods throughout the terminal buildings at the airport that feature a locking door for privacy as well as comfortable seating, electrical outlets, and sinks.
  • Passengers that plan on taking a pet or a service animal with them through Newark International Airport will be happy to learn that this airport features 12 different pet relief areas, with three of the areas sitting outside of the terminal buildings and the other nine past the security checkpoints inside of all the terminals at the airport.

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Saturday

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