Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 1 hour 17 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. Pittsburgh and Philadelphia have the same timezone (UTC-4).
Flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport start at 05:40 — the earliest with Frontier Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 21:20 service with American Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 56 weekly services from PHL to PIT.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between PHL and PIT include:
LaGuardia Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport is C$71. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$138. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flight tickets from PHL to PIT by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Located around 19 kilometres from the center of Philadelphia, Philadelphia International Airport can be reached in approximately 17 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 44 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PHL:
Arriving at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Consider booking a hotel close to PIT if you're on a late flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to central Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh International Airport to central Pittsburgh takes around 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Pittsburgh. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Pittsburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from PHL to PIT around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Pittsburgh
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Pittsburgh right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from PHL to PIT:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Andy Warhol Museum and Carnegie Museum of Art are major attractions which should feature on any good Pittsburgh itinerary.
Complete your Pittsburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Pittsburgh International Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Pittsburgh stay.