SMF - PIT

$167 Find Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sacramento to Pittsburgh departing on 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sacramento to Pittsburgh, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sacramento to Pittsburgh, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$289
Overall average: $419
United Airlines
Sat 2/14Sat 2/21
SMF - PIT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$167
Overall average: $258
Alaska Airlines
Thu 1/29
SMF - PIT • 1 stop
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United Airlines
Cheapest • from $289 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh (SMF-PIT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Pittsburgh

Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:17 pm
SMF
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PIT
7h 17m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 9:55 pm
PIT
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SMF
10h 55m2 stops
$289United Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Fri, Feb 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:35 pm
SMF
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PIT
9h 35m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:31 pm - 9:11 am
PIT
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SMF
16h 40m1 stop
$291Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Wed, Jan 28
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 11:46 pm
SMF
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PIT
14h 16m2 stops
Delta Logo
6:19 am - 2:22 pm
PIT
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SMF
11h 03m2 stops
$294Delta
Sat, Feb 14 - Fri, Feb 20
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 4:37 pm
SMF
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PIT
7h 37m1 stop
Delta Logo
2:36 pm - 9:49 pm
PIT
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SMF
10h 13m2 stops
$295Delta
Sat, Jan 24 - Wed, Jan 28
Delta Logo
12:56 pm - 11:35 pm
SMF
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PIT
7h 39m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:19 am - 2:22 pm
PIT
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SMF
11h 03m2 stops
$300Delta
Wed, Feb 18 - Fri, Feb 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:35 pm
SMF
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PIT
9h 35m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:31 pm - 6:10 pm
PIT
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SMF
25h 39m1 stop
$301Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Wed, Jan 28
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:59 pm - 6:46 pm
SMF
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PIT
19h 47m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:05 pm
PIT
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SMF
10h 05m1 stop
$304Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Wed, Jan 28
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:16 pm - 6:46 pm
SMF
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PIT
26h 30m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:05 pm
PIT
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SMF
10h 05m1 stop
$306Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21
American Airlines Logo
10:04 am - 10:31 pm
SMF
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PIT
9h 27m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:14 am - 12:15 pm
PIT
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SMF
8h 01m1 stop
$308American Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Sat, Feb 14
United Airlines Logo
11:21 am - 10:30 pm
SMF
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PIT
8h 09m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 9:12 pm
PIT
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SMF
7h 52m1 stop
$316United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Pittsburgh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Pittsburgh?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Pittsburgh on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Sacramento, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Pittsburgh?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh is September, where tickets cost $346 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $638 and $517 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Pittsburgh?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to Pittsburgh, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 51% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$167
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Sacramento to Pittsburgh

When to book flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Pittsburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh

  • American Airlines permits small domestic animals like cats and dogs in the cabin between Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). Still, the furry passengers must have a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian, usually within ten days of traveling. In addition, the pet carrier must fit under the seat in front of you.

    Airlines flying between Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) provide accessible services for passengers with disabilities or special needs. These services aim to ensure a safe and comfortable travel experience for all passengers. Passengers with mobility limitations enjoy wheelchair services, priority boarding, and in-flight assistance, including help with moving to and from the lavatory.

  • Which other nearby cities are served by Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)?

    Aside from Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) provides easy access to several other towns in the area. To this end, if you plan to visit destinations such as Waterford, Clasyburg, Brecksville, DuBois, and Salem, you will first have to land at PIT before getting there by road.

  • What are the most popular layovers on flights between Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)?

    The most popular layovers on flights between Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) can vary depending on the airline, the time of year, and the availability of connecting flights. Nevertheless, popular connecting cities along this route include Dallas (DFW), Chicago (ORD), Denver (DEN), and Phoenix (PHX).

  • What are the most environmentally-friendly airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)?

    Environmental conservation enthusiasts flying between Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) should consider flying aboard Delta or United Airlines. These carriers invest in modernizing their fleets with fuel-efficient aircraft to reduce greenhouse gas emissions per passenger. Furthermore, they are incorporating sustainable aviation fuels made from renewable sources, which can reduce carbon emissions.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Pittsburgh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Pittsburgh was $167 for a one-way ticket and $289 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and Pittsburgh?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Pittsburgh?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and Pittsburgh, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $456 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $374 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to Pittsburgh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Pittsburgh from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to Pittsburgh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Pittsburgh with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and PIT can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to Pittsburgh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Pittsburgh from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to Pittsburgh

  • Do airlines offer family services on trips between Geneva Airport (GVA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?
  • Yes. Airlines typically offer family services on trips between Geneva Airport (GVA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to ensure a comfortable and convenient travel experience for families with children. Aside from pre-boarding and child-friendly meals, kid-friendly entertainment keeps the young ones engaged throughout the journey.
  • Southwest Airlines has a significant presence and operates a hub at Sacramento International Airport (SMF). The carrier operates through Terminal B and offers direct flights to various destinations, including Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). This increased connectivity provides more travel options for passengers, making it easier and more convenient for them to reach their desired locations.
  • As you travel from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), remember that the carry-on size and weight limits vary depending on the airline. For instance, the maximum size for a carry-on bag on Alaska Airlines is 22 x 14 x 9 inches, with a weight limit of 20 lb. On the other hand, Southwest Airlines allows hand luggage with dimensions at most 10 x 16 x 24 inches.
  • Many airlines offer different classes of service between Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), such as Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class, and First Class. Upgrades from Economy to a higher class can sometimes be purchased with additional fees or earned through loyalty programs or frequent flyer miles. However, upgrades can be limited, especially during peak travel times.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Sacramento to Pittsburgh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sacramento to Pittsburgh. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sacramento to Pittsburgh? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4250 reviews
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
Airline reviews

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

8.0 ExcellentRussell, Dec 2025
SAN - OAK
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The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Sacrament staff are always polite and helpful. Airport is easy to maneuver and boarding is straightforward.

As always, the entire Southwest experience was wonderful, from online booking to flight to baggage retrieval. Very grateful.

The weather could have been better. There was a 40 minute ATC delay in SFO because of marine fog and a micro cell storm delayed landing and take-off at Nashville. The gate was changed 5 minutes from boarding from gate B3 to gate C23 at Nashville airport.

The cabin was quiet for the redeye flight. The area was clean. The staff was great. The 787 Max was in good condition. Drawbacks were that the seat widths were tight for some passengers. The seat padding was at best average and for a long flight uncomfortable.

Delayed flight. Nicest crew member was a SW pilot flying seated next to me who kindly move to seat the final passenger. Flight extra delayed. My cup of refreshment of ginger ale was so packed with ice it was literally 2 sips.

I noticed that the planes seem to be outdated. There was no entertainment per se. Also, the waiting area did not have any working electrical outlets

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Delayed flight (1hour) plus a long layover after an overnight flight with no backup plane available.

Flight delayed for two and half hours and then canceled altogether due to mechanical issues. No mechanic onsite to fix so had to send one from LAX.

Delayed due to thunderstorms and no in-flight service due to rough weather — both of which are out of Delta’s control. Flight was good overall.

My husband upgraded our seats and I don't know if it was due to the type of planet was or if they didn't upgrade our seats. We were supposed to be in I believe comfort seats and they were just as tight as any other seat- no leg room and we are very tall people but at least it wasn't extremely cold. My husband did put in a complaint about our seating because he paid extra and if we would have known that the space and the tightness would have been the same, we just would have gotten the emergency row emergency row seats that we normally get. We love Delta but both our flights coming home we're not good. Oh I forgot to mention that on our flight to Hawaii our luggage wheels got broke and we had to purse new luggage on vacation then we never had this problem so we didn't know protocol and reported it after we got home only for them to tell is we only had 24hrs to report the damage. Not sure what was going on with Delta this vacation trip.

Crew was excellent. Comfort seats not as nice as other kinds of planes.

Older aircraft, no meal, only food was for purchase. Not impressed United.

Not pleasant trip cross country when the entertainment and WiFi system not working. No entertainment for entirety of route. Staff was rather nonchalant in that they dismissed the problem due to age of plane. It would have been nice to know this up front so I could have come prepared to read or download movies before boarding Coincidentally or not, there was a similar issue with the entertainment system on my previous flight I took on my fist leg of the trip. There are no seat TVs, so you must rely on the app when it works. United can do better. Also, what use it it to pay for boarding group 2 when half of the passengers are in the same line as you?

Premium Plus is a really good idea for longer flights

The flight attendants were great, I joked with one I can’t remember her name, a blond, really sweet. I thought it was run well very professional. This was great i survived Spirit, I know for which I speak.

I was in first class. The outlets at my seat did not work. The plane was shabby and run down. I had prepurchsed a day subscription for internet that was not redeemable. I had to repurchase the internet for my flight and then it didn’t work anyway. Quite disappointed in what was supposed to be the launch of a great vacation.

I understand stuff happens, but plane failures are likely due to lack of maintenance. Additionally, air conditioning wasn't working, no snack/drink service, no WiFi. Fortunately, the crew was communicative and light-hearted. United grabbed another plane and we were able to get to our destination.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

United sent me a mileage plus number last year but that number is invalid so I can’t use it to check into flights or collect mileage. There is human to speak about the problem, only computers who keep asking me if I am using the correct email. It’s so frustrating and I cannot resolve it.

Not a great experience. We paid for the upgrade for premium economy seats and seated ourselves in very comfortable seats. Someone came along with the same seat on their boarding pass. The aircraft had been changed and as a result we were booted out and sent further back to small uncomfortable seats. After complaining we were moved to emergency row seats, which gave us more leg room but the seats don’t recline. For people in our 70’s we found having to sit upright from California to NJ very uncomfortable. Not sure why they chose to move senior citizens instead of the two people that were allowed to take the more comfortable seats. Not happy.

the trip to madrid was uncomfortable with my legs touching the seat in front of me

The Phildalphia to Allentown portion was a BUS, not a plane. All was as expected.

Very crowded flight but what can you expect these days?? Crew was accommodating.

The seats in economy were appeared to be quite thin and lack sufficient cushioning to be comfortable. Perhaps it was my seating position but the plane seemed notably load.

Internet was a bit expensive and did not work ask that week otherwise a good flight

The flight had a delay that made me being in a real rush to take the second flight. The delay was almost for 2 hours. They moved us from gate to gate in 4 times. Once I arrived to Philadelphia, I got to run thorough all the airport, as the train was already closed by that time. So I got sick with asthma for all the running I had to do. And I was the last one to board, when it was almost closed. So irresponsable with the people

Above and beyond effort from this crew in a tough situation. So helpful and understanding. Thank you!

The plane was probably full boarding was easy. We were able to check our carry-on luggage for free. It was a return flight through Philly to LA. Never saw a stewardess do a demonstration of emergency Procedures. I think my flight was pretty full

Overall, a good experience. The food, however, was subpar. The breakfast was a joke.

I was late from Jacksonville, FL but the limited interaction I had with the Philly crew was great.

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