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Cheapest round-trip
$222
Typical prices: $276-$480
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SAN - PIT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$98
Typical prices: $130-$371
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Sun 1/11
SAN - PIT • 1 stop
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Security lines at SAN are manageable even at peak.
The 28X Airport Flyer bus is budget-friendly to downtown.
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Alaska Airlines
Cheapest • from $257 (round-trip)
Breeze Airways
Best reviews • 8.2 score
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh (SAN-PIT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Pittsburgh

Wed, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 23
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6:15 am - 6:35 pm
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9h 20m1 stop
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4:14 pm - 12:08 am
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10h 54m1 stop
$222Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Sat, Jan 31
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9:45 pm - 6:01 pm
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17h 16m1 stop
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20h 59m2 stops
$225Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28
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17h 16m1 stop
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23h 11m2 stops
$229Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 23
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34h 57m2 stops
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1:33 pm - 7:35 pm
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9h 02m1 stop
$234Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28
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2:20 pm - 6:46 pm
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25h 26m1 stop
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7:00 am - 3:29 pm
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11h 29m1 stop
$257Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Sat, Jan 31
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11:10 am - 10:56 pm
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8h 46m1 stop
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6:00 am - 11:05 am
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8h 05m1 stop
$258United Airlines
Wed, May 13 - Fri, May 15
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8h 44m1 stop
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5h 13mnonstop
$261Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 1
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17h 16m1 stop
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18h 01m2 stops
$263Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 1
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6h 33m1 stop
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8h 05m1 stop
$265United Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 23
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10h 10m2 stops
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9h 45m2 stops
$268Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Pittsburgh flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh departing in February.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Diego 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 Wednesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to San Diego, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Pittsburgh is May, where tickets cost $276 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $427 and $407 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Diego to Pittsburgh?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $323, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Pittsburgh, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 45% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh

 
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Security lines at SAN are manageable even during peak times. Expect waits of 30–35 minutes, with shorter times throughout the day.

PIT

The 28X Airport Flyer bus is the most budget-friendly option to reach downtown Pittsburgh from PIT, taking about 45 minutes.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$98
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 22% lower on average.
Flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh

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FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh

  • How do I get to Pittsburgh city center from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)?

    The cheapest option to get to Pittsburg city center from the airport is by bus. You can board a direct bus that departs from the lower level of the airport to the city center. Other quick but slightly expensive options include taxis, ridesharing, and car rentals.

  • Does San Diego International Airport (SAN) have baby care facilities?

    Breastfeeding moms have access to lactation rooms equipped with comfy seating, handwashing stations, artwork, an outlet, and a child seat. They are all located airside in Terminals 1 and 2. Breastfeed your young ones and change their diapers comfortably before getting on your next flight.

  • Can I access free Wi-Fi at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    You can access free Wi-Fi at the airport for two-hour sessions. This is possible by connecting to "#SANfreewifi" network. You can log in once again to start another session once your free session is over. Restart your free session after watching a commercial. You do this trick over and over.

  • Does San Diego International Airport (SAN) have luggage assistance?

    Baggage carts at SAN airport come in handy if you need help with your luggage. They are available in the parking lots and Terminals, close to the baggage claim area. International passengers arriving at the airport for customs clearing can access these carts for free. Other passengers have to pay a fee of $5 per cart.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh was $98 for a one-way ticket and $222 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from San Diego to Pittsburgh. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Diego to Pittsburgh?

    San Diego airport is called San Diego and the only airport in Pittsburgh is Pittsburgh.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to Pittsburgh?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to Pittsburgh flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Pittsburgh?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Pittsburgh flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh?

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh, Breeze Airways or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh are Breeze Airways and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $247 and an overall rating of 8.2, Breeze Airways is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $391 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Pittsburgh.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Pittsburgh from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Pittsburgh

  • Bus Line 992 offers an affordable transportation option from San Diego city center to San Diego International Airport (SAN). If you’re getting late for your flight, you can opt for a taxi or ridesharing, which are slightly expensive options. You can board the bus two hours before your flight to avoid last minute inconveniences.
  • Take some time to relax before your flight at one of the lounges or spas as you wait for your flight. The Aspire Lounge welcomes everyone irrespective of the airline or travel class. Other great lounges at the airport include Delta Sky Club and United Club. San Diego International Airport has two spa locations at Terminal 2 for beauty and relaxation services.
  • SAN is a pet-friendly airport with environmentally friendly and convenient pet relief areas. The airport has seven pet relief areas equipped with pet waste bags, artificial turf, and a mini fire hydrant to promote participation. These sections are located throughout the airport, pre-security, and post-security.
  • Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is perfectly equipped to meet the needs of passengers with mobility issues or any disability. You are guaranteed access to reserved parking spaces, accessible restrooms, wheelchair and porter service, and public telephones for passengers with hearing impairment. We advise you to state your needs when making reservations with your airline for availability and to avoid last minute inconveniences.
  • Multiple food outlets within San Diego International Airport (SAN) operate with varying operation times. The two main options open 24/7 are Einstein Bros. Bagels inside Terminal 2 and Ryan Bro's Coffee inside Terminal 1. Vending machines that dispense drinks are available in various parts of the airport if you want some cold refreshing drink before your flight.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to Pittsburgh

 
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Breeze AirwaysOverall score based on 248 reviews
8.2Comfort
8.4Boarding
6.7Entertainment
6.7Food
8.8Crew
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Overall good. Plenty of legroom and fairly comfortable seats. No issues with capacity and the overhead been even though most people brought several carry-ons on. I don’t think Breeze really enforces the pay for a carry-on rule.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2025
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Overall good. Plenty of legroom and fairly comfortable seats. No issues with capacity and the overhead been even though most people brought several carry-ons on. I don’t think Breeze really enforces the pay for a carry-on rule.

Surprised at how much I enjoyed Breeze. Paid for the Nicer upgrade which made it closer in price to a flag ship carrier but with more comfortable seats and much more leg room. Crew was polite and since we brought our food no loss there. Would make the point that the ‘have to pay for a carry-on is BS’. Most people did not and had several. Still was plenty of room in the overheads.

Comfortable seating, adequate space available, nice to have USB port, polite crew.

My experience is typically great with Breeze. This trip wasn’t any different.

This was my first experience with Breeze. The plane was cleaner and more comfortable than any other I've experienced. The process of boarding was streamlined. We boarded early and arrived at our destination 45 minutes early. The only hiccup was my ticket was rejected by TSA PreCheck and I got sent to the back of a very long line at Fort Myers. I entered my information when I bought my ticket, but it apparently didn't connect to my permanent profile. I'll correct that for next time. I was expecting an Allegiant experience, but Breeze was much more upscale. I really, really enjoyed it.

Great experience. Non stop is great in and of itself.

Lady at check in counter helped me get a seat in the cut row all to myself.

It was great except the other passengers who didnt have children complaining and not giving grace to the mommas with tiny babies who were trying to comfort their little ones during the decent. They were clearly trying and every child travels different.

It was pretty good. Only thing that makes our boarding uncomfortable was, that we had to pass TSA at terminal 1 and after that walk 15 minutes to terminal B, because bus was insufficient to take so many people and waiting time for the bus was more then 1 hour.

Something about the chair was uncomfortable, Maine the curvature of the back.

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.

The entertainment package was vast and the selections were very current. Keep updating it was great.

The seat was so hard my tailbone was aching The crew was kind of a b**** because I made a joke that I didn't care if they close the door I total c*** when she was trying to f****** act like she was mad at me because I said that The flight was bumpy. Sure you didnt have control over that.

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!

Cramped seats. FAA should make airlines have more legroom, for even short people complain

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