$136 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Pittsburgh (PIT)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $136 for one-way flights and $185 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
SFO
San Francisco
PIT
Pittsburgh
$185 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $185 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
SFO
San Francisco
PIT
Pittsburgh
$190 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $190 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
SFO
San Francisco
PIT
Pittsburgh
$190 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $190 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 28
SFO
San Francisco
PIT
Pittsburgh
$193 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $193 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 20
SFO
San Francisco
PIT
Pittsburgh
$194 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $194 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
SFO
San Francisco
PIT
Pittsburgh
$198 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $198 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 28
SFO
San Francisco
PIT
Pittsburgh
$198 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $198 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 18
SFO
San Francisco
PIT
Pittsburgh
$202 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $202 found 6 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 28
SFO
San Francisco
PIT
Pittsburgh
$251 Roundtrip, just found
$251
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $251 just found
United
Fri, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 25
SFO
San Francisco
PIT
Pittsburgh
$284 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from San Francisco to Pittsburgh, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $284 found 6 days ago

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

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $158 - $437 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Pittsburgh (PIT)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Pittsburgh Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$185
Distance
2247 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 47 mins

San Francisco to Pittsburgh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Pittsburgh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Pittsburgh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $136 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) cost?
You can score cheap return flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) starting from $289. Reserve your seat and take off on your trip. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on August 10 2025 and touching down at PIT. The price was last updated on July 14 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to PIT?
The cheapest flights from SFO to PIT are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
When flying out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can get on a nonstop flight to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to PIT?
With tickets starting at $274 for a one-way journey from SFO to PIT, United is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on October 6 2025. Prices were last updated on July 14 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
On average, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) only has 1 nonstop flight to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) daily. For additional options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filters. Enter your dates of travel, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Flights between SFO and PIT are busiest at 8 AM. If you're after a quieter trip and possibly cheaper fares, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to PIT?
Saturday has the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)'s first flight to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) departs at approximately 8:50AM UTC-8. With a travel duration of 4h 54m, you'll land at around 4:44PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Flights from SFO to PIT have an average travel time of 4 hours and 54 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 2,300 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to PIT?
United Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT), with an on-time score of 87%. Use the Expedia App to see your flight schedule before you go and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Select a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) is the only airport in Pittsburgh with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Compare your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SFO to PIT shortly before your getaway is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to PIT flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SFO to PIT flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one convenient place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
If you booked your SFO to PIT flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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