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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $386-$543
United Airlines
Sat 9/19Fri 9/25
SFO - PIT • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$359
Typical prices: $389-$541
United Airlines
Thu 9/24Mon 9/28
SFO - PIT • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 5h 01m
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Cheapest • Avg $286 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 00m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh (SFO-PIT)

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

Sat, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 25
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 4:09 pm
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PIT
4h 54mnonstop
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5:33 pm - 7:55 pm
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5h 22mnonstop
$359United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
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9:30 pm - 5:35 am
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PIT
5h 05mnonstop
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7:00 am - 9:24 am
PIT
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SFO
5h 24mnonstop
$359United Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Dec 3
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8:30 am - 8:36 pm
SFO
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PIT
9h 06m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:49 pm
PIT
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SFO
10h 49m
1 stop
$359Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Oct 27
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4:51 pm - 5:25 am
SFO
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PIT
9h 34m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:07 am - 4:08 pm
PIT
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SFO
11h 01m
1 stop
$359Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31
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10:25 am - 10:28 pm
SFO
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PIT
9h 03m
1 stop
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7:10 am - 1:23 pm
PIT
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SFO
9h 13m
1 stop
$361JetBlue
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Aug 25
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10:25 am - 10:28 pm
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PIT
9h 03m
1 stop
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12:53 pm - 7:22 pm
PIT
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SFO
9h 29m
1 stop
$361JetBlue
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
9:02 am - 11:30 pm
SFO
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PIT
11h 28m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:01 pm - 11:59 pm
PIT
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10h 58m
1 stop
$362American Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Thu, Oct 29
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7:00 am - 9:30 pm
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11h 30m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 6:20 pm
PIT
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11h 15m
1 stop
$363American Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
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11:40 pm - 11:20 am
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PIT
8h 40m
1 stop
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6:30 pm - 11:10 pm
PIT
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7h 40m
1 stop
$369Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
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5:05 am - 2:50 pm
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PIT
6h 45m
1 stop
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9:10 am - 6:15 pm
PIT
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SFO
12h 05m
2 stops
$374Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Pittsburgh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Pittsburgh departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Pittsburgh from San Francisco usually cost between $389 and $519 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on Alaska Airlines (Sep 19-Oct 27).

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Pittsburgh on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to fly from San Francisco to Pittsburgh. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Pittsburgh is January, where tickets cost $407 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $587 and $567 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco 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 $479, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Pittsburgh, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Pittsburgh

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low season

January

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh

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

  • Which airline offers the best in-flight services?

    Different airlines tend to provide different services under different conditions. When booking your flight, it is important to ensure that the specific services you’re looking for, for example, Wi-Fi, are available on that flight. While United Airlines provides passengers with in-flight Wi-Fi, not all flights by United have this service. Similarly, both United Airlines and American Airlines provide their passengers with Wi-Fi, but for American Airlines, it is at an extra fee, unlike United, which provides it for free.

  • Can I find long-term parking at San Francisco International Airport?

    If you wish to leave your car at San Francisco International Airport, there are about six parking lots at the airport dedicated to long-term parking. The parking lots are located north of the terminal and can be accessed from Highways 101 and 380. While these parking lots are quite a distance from the main terminal, the airport’s AirTrain provides a shuttle from the parking lots, so you don’t have to worry about the distance. It is also worth pointing out that there are other parking lots located offsite that you should consider as they offer significantly lower rates.

  • Which is the quickest way to San Francisco International Airport?

    If you’re in a rush and need to get to the airport as quickly as possible, consider taking a taxi. It will take only about 20min from downtown San Francisco compared to public transport, which takes the best part of an hour. On top of being the fastest, another benefit of using a taxi is that they are easily available regardless of your location. This means that you don’t have to go to a particular station or bus stop as would be the case with public transport.

  • Is public transport available from Pittsburgh International Airport?

    Public transport is available from Pittsburgh International Airport and provides one of the cheapest and most reliable ways to get to the city. Buses are available every 40min and run from the airport to the city center. These buses are available every day of the week throughout the day, so regardless of what time you arrive at the airport, you’re sure to find one. Taxis offer a more convenient alternative as they can drop you anywhere in the city, although they are significantly more costly.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Pittsburgh was $170 for a one-way ticket and $359 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco 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 airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Pittsburgh, also known as Pittsburgh.

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

    JetBlue, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Pittsburgh flight route.

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

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Pittsburgh flight route.

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

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Pittsburgh?

    There are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $478 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $377 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $303 or less one-way and $459 or less round-trip.
  • Oakland International Airport is only a few miles away from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). If you want to avoid the long queues at SFO, consider booking flights that depart from Oakland since it is less busy than SFO.
  • Consider booking connecting flights instead of one direct flight to save on costs. More often than not, airlines tend to charge higher prices for direct flights since they are more convenient and in demand compared to connecting flights.
  • If you will depart from SFO Airport, ensure that you arrive at least three or four hours before your flight is scheduled to depart. This should give you enough time to go through the long security lines at the airport.
  • If you will be requiring wheelchair assistance, ensure that you inform your airline at least 48h before the flight. This should give them enough time to organize with the airport officials.
  • Nursing moms will be happy to hear that Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) has a dedicated nursing lounge on Concourse C. You can use this to breastfeed your child, change them, or pump breastmilk.

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