What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Pittsburgh?

Breeze Airways, Southwest, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from California to Pittsburgh

How long does it take to fly to Pittsburgh?

Flight times from California to Pittsburgh vary, but if you’re flying out of San Diego and flying into Pittsburgh (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 4h 25m on average. Another popular route from California to Pittsburgh is flying from Los Angeles to Pittsburgh, which will take roughly 4h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

How many flights depart from California to Pittsburgh on average per week?

As of June 2026, there are 70 flights per week flying from California to Pittsburgh. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sun, with 24% of flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from California to Pittsburgh on average per day?

10 flights are operational daily from California to Pittsburgh as of June 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 71% of flights per day taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Pittsburgh?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Pittsburgh from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Pittsburgh. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Pittsburgh on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Pittsburgh Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Pittsburgh Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Pittsburgh Airport?

As of June 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Pittsburgh Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Pittsburgh Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Pittsburgh Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Pittsburgh Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Pittsburgh Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Pittsburgh Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$121 Cheap Flights from California to Pittsburgh in 2026

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12:33 pm - 8:34 pm

SAN

PIT

5h 01mnonstop

9:35 am - 11:48 am

PIT

SAN

5h 13mnonstop

$223Breeze Airways

Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7

10:25 am - 11:46 pm

LAS

PIT

10h 21m

1 stop

6:25 am - 1:43 pm

PIT

LAS

10h 18m

1 stop

$241JetBlue

Wed, Jul 22 - Mon, Jul 27

10:25 am - 11:46 pm

LAS

PIT

10h 21m

1 stop

12:49 pm - 8:10 pm

PIT

LAS

10h 21m

1 stop

$246Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29

8:40 pm - 12:03 pm

SAN

PIT

12h 23m

1 stop

9:35 am - 11:48 am

PIT

SAN

5h 13mnonstop

$251Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Aug 21

10:40 pm - 9:49 am

SAN

PIT

8h 09m

1 stop

6:15 am - 10:55 am

PIT

SAN

7h 40m

1 stop

$287United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5

8:10 am - 8:50 pm

OAK

PIT

9h 40m

1 stop

6:55 pm - 11:05 pm

PIT

OAK

7h 10m

1 stop

$307Southwest

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18

11:15 am - 11:30 pm

OAK

PIT

9h 15m

1 stop

8:45 am - 12:45 pm

PIT

OAK

7h 00m

1 stop

$308Southwest

Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5

6:00 am - 4:43 pm

OAK

PIT

7h 43m

1 stop

5:39 pm - 11:56 pm

PIT

OAK

9h 17m

1 stop

$338Delta

Tue, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 20

6:00 am - 3:49 pm

ONT

PIT

6h 49m

1 stop

5:06 pm - 9:50 pm

PIT

ONT

7h 44m

1 stop

$342United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

12:00 pm - 12:36 am

ONT

PIT

9h 36m

1 stop

5:39 pm - 11:34 pm

PIT

ONT

8h 55m

1 stop

$347Delta

Thu, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 12

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JetBlue flights from California to Pittsburgh

Our best JetBlue deals on California to Pittsburgh flight tickets

JetBlue

Jul 22

LAS10:25 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 21m

1 stop

PIT11:46 pmPittsburgh

Jul 27

PIT6:25 amPittsburgh

10h 18m

1 stop

LAS1:43 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$241

JetBlue

Sep 2

LAS8:44 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 06m

1 stop

PIT7:50 amPittsburgh

Sep 5

PIT3:25 pmPittsburgh

10h 28m

1 stop

LAS10:53 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$259

JetBlue

Aug 25

LAS10:25 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 56m

1 stop

PIT11:21 pmPittsburgh

Aug 26

PIT6:00 amPittsburgh

10h 44m

1 stop

LAS1:44 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$266

United Airlines flights from California to Pittsburgh

Our best United Airlines deals on California to Pittsburgh flight tickets

United Airlines

Aug 11

SAN9:45 pmSan Diego

8h 51m

1 stop

PIT9:36 amPittsburgh

Aug 12

PIT5:03 pmPittsburgh

7h 22m

1 stop

SAN9:25 pmSan Diego

$282

United Airlines

Sep 1

SAN10:40 pmSan Diego

8h 09m

1 stop

PIT9:49 amPittsburgh

Sep 5

PIT6:15 amPittsburgh

7h 40m

1 stop

SAN10:55 amSan Diego

$287

United Airlines

Sep 1

SAN8:45 amSan Diego

9h 02m

2 stops

PIT8:47 pmPittsburgh

Sep 5

PIT10:45 amPittsburgh

7h 17m

1 stop

SAN3:02 pmSan Diego

$292

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Fri 9/4

12:33 pm-8:34 pm

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Pittsburgh

Mon 9/7

9:35 am-11:48 am

Nonstop5h 13m

$223

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LAS - PIT

LASPIT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/22

10:25 am-11:46 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Pittsburgh

Mon 7/27

6:25 am-1:43 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$241

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LAS - PIT

LASPIT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/22

10:25 am-11:46 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Pittsburgh

Wed 7/29

12:49 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$246

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SANPIT

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Mon 8/17

8:40 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop12h 23m

Pittsburgh

Fri 8/21

9:35 am-11:48 am

Nonstop5h 13m

$251

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SAN - PIT

SANPIT

San Diego

Tue 9/1

10:40 pm-9:49 am

1 stop8h 09m

Pittsburgh

Sat 9/5

6:15 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 40m

$287

OaklandPittsburgh

OAK - PIT

OAKPIT

Oakland

Tue 8/11

8:10 am-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Pittsburgh

Tue 8/18

6:55 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$307

OaklandPittsburgh

OAK - PIT

OAKPIT

Oakland

Wed 10/28

11:15 am-11:30 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Pittsburgh

Thu 11/5

8:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$308

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OAK - PIT

OAKPIT

Oakland

Tue 8/11

6:00 am-4:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Pittsburgh

Thu 8/20

5:39 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$338

OntarioPittsburgh

ONT - PIT

ONTPIT

Ontario

Tue 10/20

6:00 am-3:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Pittsburgh

Tue 10/27

5:06 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$342

OntarioPittsburgh

ONT - PIT

ONTPIT

Ontario

Thu 8/6

12:00 pm-12:36 am

1 stop9h 36m

Pittsburgh

Wed 8/12

5:39 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$347

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Pittsburgh?

In general, December is the cheapest month to fly from California to Pittsburgh. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $70. The month of February is another great option to travel to Pittsburgh, with average flight prices from California averaging around $207.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Pittsburgh is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $322. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from California to Pittsburgh on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $489. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest California to Pittsburgh flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Pittsburgh?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Pittsburgh from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Pittsburgh for around $384 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Pittsburgh from California for as low as $337 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Pittsburgh flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Pittsburgh flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Pittsburgh flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Pittsburgh flight.

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Best Price Found	$173
Fastest flight time	4h 00m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Pittsburgh	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Pittsburgh from California in the past 72 hours is $173. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Pittsburgh found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $280.

The fastest flight from California to Pittsburgh takes 4h 00m

Direct flights go from California to Pittsburgh every day.

There is 1 airport in Pittsburgh. From California there are direct flights to Pittsburgh (PIT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Pittsburgh

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Pittsburgh Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Pittsburgh Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Pittsburgh Airport?
As of June 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Pittsburgh Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Pittsburgh Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Pittsburgh Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Pittsburgh Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Pittsburgh Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Pittsburgh Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Pittsburgh?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Pittsburgh is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 30.19% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 at 29.92%, Airbus A220-300 at 11.64%, and Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 9.97%.

Best airlines flying from California to Pittsburgh

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Breeze Airways	PriceFrom $118	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 293 reviews	Search Breeze Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $212	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,455 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,774 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $240	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,013 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,899 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $251	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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