$144 Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Popular airlines from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)

Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco (PIT-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $144 for one-way flights and $261 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27
PIT
Pittsburgh
SFO
San Francisco
$261 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$261
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $261 found 15 hours ago
Delta
Sun, Nov 23 - Mon, Jan 12
PIT
Pittsburgh
SFO
San Francisco
$269 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $269 found 5 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Fri, Dec 12 - Mon, Jan 5
PIT
Pittsburgh
SFO
San Francisco
$279 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, returning Mon, Jan 5, priced at $279 found 20 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17
PIT
Pittsburgh
SFO
San Francisco
$282 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $282 found 10 hours ago
Bargain Flight
Wed, Jan 21 - Fri, Jan 30
PIT
Pittsburgh
SFO
San Francisco
$286 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$286
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $286 found 6 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Mon, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 13
PIT
Pittsburgh
SFO
San Francisco
$287 Roundtrip, just found
$287
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $287 just found
Bargain Flight
Wed, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 19
PIT
Pittsburgh
SFO
San Francisco
$288 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Wed, Jan 14 from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, returning Mon, Jan 19, priced at $288 found 15 hours ago
United
Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Jan 31
PIT
Pittsburgh
SFO
San Francisco
$289 Roundtrip, just found
$289
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $289 just found
JetBlue Airways
Sun, Jan 25 - Mon, Jan 26
PIT
Pittsburgh
SFO
San Francisco
$290 Roundtrip, just found
$290
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sun, Jan 25 from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $290 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 27
PIT
Pittsburgh
SFO
San Francisco
$291 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$291
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $291 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh (PIT) to San Francisco (SFO)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $158 - $329 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. SJC. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $437
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $437
Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $443
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $443

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $144 or cheap return flight from $261 from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flying in November is a good way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between PIT and SFO. You'll typically find the lowest fares during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
You can fly nonstop from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from PIT to SFO, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on your travel style, such as preferred carriers and flight duration. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to list the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
On average, Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) only offers 1 nonstop flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) per day. For more choices, try our easy-to-use filter tool. Simply enter your travel dates, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights between PIT and SFO are their busiest at 6 AM. If you're after a less crowded experience and possibly cheaper prices, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from PIT to SFO?
Friday has the most flights from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 6:30AM UTC-5, leaving from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT). You'll be traveling for about 5h 51m, arriving at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at approximately 9:21AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
It takes about 5 hours and 51 minutes to fly the 2,300 mi from PIT to SFO.
What is the best time to fly from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid potential delays on the Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Check out your flight options from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This is the only San Francisco airport you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a flight from PIT to SFO often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible for a better chance of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a PIT to SFO flight and hotel package?
Securing a PIT to SFO flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our wide range of stays and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you reserved your PIT to SFO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
Pittsburgh Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$260
Distance
2247 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 43 mins

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Pittsburgh to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Pittsburgh to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $144 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Pittsburgh to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Pittsburgh to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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