Popular airlines from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)

Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh (PHL-PIT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $57 for one-way flights and $115 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 13
PHL
Philadelphia
PIT
Pittsburgh
$115 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$115
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $115 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 13
PHL
Philadelphia
PIT
Pittsburgh
$118 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$118
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $118 found 13 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 17
PHL
Philadelphia
PIT
Pittsburgh
$119 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $119 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
PHL
Philadelphia
PIT
Pittsburgh
$120 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $120 found 6 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
PHL
Philadelphia
PIT
Pittsburgh
$121 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$121
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $121 found 6 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Jan 5
PHL
Philadelphia
PIT
Pittsburgh
$126 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$126
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, returning Mon, Jan 5, priced at $126 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 22
PHL
Philadelphia
PIT
Pittsburgh
$127 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $127 found 19 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 16
PHL
Philadelphia
PIT
Pittsburgh
$139 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $139 found 1 day ago
Delta
Sat, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 16
PHL
Philadelphia
PIT
Pittsburgh
$159 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $159 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 5
PHL
Philadelphia
PIT
Pittsburgh
$223 Roundtrip, just found
$223
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $223 just found

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April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $48 - $432 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Pittsburgh

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

Select flight to Pittsburgh Intl. PIT. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 23 minutes. Flights from $145
PIT
Pittsburgh Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $145

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $57 or cheap return flight from $115 from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Traveling in November can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between PHL and PIT. You'll usually find the lowest fares during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Jump on a nonstop flight with American Airlines and go straight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll take you from PHL to PIT. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to score the best deal available.
How many flights per day from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
When departing from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), you can take your pick from an average of 4 daily direct flights to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
More people fly between PHL and PIT at 8 AM than at any other time of day. Rather go when it's quieter? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from PHL to PIT?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT).
What is the earliest flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 8:39AM UTC-5, heading out of Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). You'll be in the air for approximately 1h 29m, coming in to land at Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) at approximately 10:08AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
The average flight duration from PHL to PIT is 1 hour and 24 minutes, covering a distance of 270 mi.
What airline has the least delays from PHL to PIT?
Consider booking with American Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 82%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
To avoid potential delays on the Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being 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 Pittsburgh from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Explore your flight options from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT). This is the only Pittsburgh airport you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) last-minute?
Booking your flight from PHL to PIT right before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a PHL to PIT flight and hotel package?
Securing a PHL to PIT flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Select from our wide range of accommodations and then add car rentals, activities and flights 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 Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
If you reserved your PHL to PIT flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. 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
Philadelphia Intl.
Destination airport
Pittsburgh Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$110
Distance
268 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 19 mins

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Philadelphia to Pittsburgh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

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 Philadelphia to Pittsburgh are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh: 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 Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

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 Philadelphia to Pittsburgh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $57 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 Philadelphia to Pittsburgh 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 Philadelphia to Pittsburgh 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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