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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $424. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Pittsburgh.$424 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Pittsburgh International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $424, select.

Pittsburgh.$424 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Pittsburgh International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $424, select.

Pittsburgh.$452 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Pittsburgh International on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $452, select.

Pittsburgh.$480 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Pittsburgh International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $480, select.

Pittsburgh.$506 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Pittsburgh International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $506, select.

Pittsburgh.$510 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Pittsburgh International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $510, select.

Pittsburgh.$545 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Pittsburgh International on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $545, select.

Pittsburgh.$595 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Pittsburgh International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $595, select.

Pittsburgh.$598 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May, returning Mon, 24 May.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Diego International on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Pittsburgh International on Mon, 24 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $598, select.

Pittsburgh.$609 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Fri, 26 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Pittsburgh International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $609, select.

Pittsburgh.$609 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jun, returning Fri, 25 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 11 Jun, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Pittsburgh International on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $609, select.

Pittsburgh.$609 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Apr, returning Fri, 23 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Pittsburgh International on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $609, select.

Pittsburgh.$637 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar, returning Fri, 26 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Pittsburgh International on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $637, select.

Pittsburgh.$646 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jul, returning Mon, 12 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 5 Jul, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Pittsburgh International on Mon, 12 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $646, select.

Pittsburgh.$695 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Pittsburgh International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $695, select.

Pittsburgh.$714 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Pittsburgh International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Pittsburgh International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $714, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Pittsburgh International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Pittsburgh International flights are currently cheapest in October.

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San Diego to Pittsburgh International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego to Pittsburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Pittsburgh International.

San Diego to Pittsburgh: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$424
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	4 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	10

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh International?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh International is $424. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from San Diego to Pittsburgh International?

4 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Pittsburgh International.

Which airlines fly direct from San Diego to Pittsburgh International?

Southwest Airlines and Breeze Airways fly direct from San Diego to Pittsburgh International.

How many flights are there a week from San Diego to Pittsburgh International?

As of September 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from San Diego to Pittsburgh International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Pittsburgh International?

The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Pittsburgh International is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport on Wednesday, 7 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 32 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Pittsburgh International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Pittsburgh International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Pittsburgh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Pittsburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): What you need to know

San Diego's main airport is San Diego International Airport (SAN). Check out your departure options from here when searching for your flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT).
Around 4 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport flight.
Pittsburgh International Airport is located in Pittsburgh. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is three hours ahead of San Diego.
The most popular route is from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). You can pick from 2 direct services every week. Breeze Airways operates a 12:27pm departure between SAN and PIT.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from San Diego to PIT.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Nonstop flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) are available from here.
Southwest Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport jetting out of SAN.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Southwest Airlines between SAN and PIT.
Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near San Diego International Airport:
74% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

The distance from San Diego's city centre to CLD is roughly 48 kilometres. Take into account transport options and possible delays when planning the best route to the airport.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to PIT flight:
McClellan-Palomar Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 88% of flights departing here land when expected.

About Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near PIT:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find PIT at 1000 Airport Boulevard.

Getting from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to central Pittsburgh

From Pittsburgh International Airport, central Pittsburgh is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport is $212. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $424. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Diego to PIT if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Affordable San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from San Diego to PIT by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

December is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Pittsburgh based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a San Diego to PIT plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Pittsburgh to range from 15ºC to 31ºC.
January has temperatures of between -10ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Pittsburgh

After booking your flight from San Diego to Pittsburgh International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Pittsburgh:
Carnegie Museum of Art and The Andy Warhol Museum are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Pittsburgh travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Point State Park Fountain.

Explore more of the United States

You've seen Pittsburgh, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 241 kilometres west to Columbus to check off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Cleveland is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres northwest of Pittsburgh. No trip is complete without a visit to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.