Travelling from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) setting off from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 56 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport.
The timezone in Pittsburgh is UTC-4, which is 3 hours ahead of Phoenix. Pittsburgh International Airport is located in Pittsburgh.
With 15 direct flights a week between the two airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:45. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from PHX to PIT is with Southwest Airlines at 17:50.
To ensure you catch your flight from Phoenix to PIT, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) operate out of this terminal.
Southwest Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport taking off from PHX.
The distance from central Phoenix to PHX is roughly 8 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Planning to catch an early flight from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
About Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near PIT:
Getting from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to central Pittsburgh
From Pittsburgh International Airport, Pittsburgh is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport is $90. The cheapest price for a return flight is $181. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Phoenix to PIT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Pittsburgh. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Schedule your flight from Phoenix to PIT for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Pittsburgh to range from 15ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -10ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Pittsburgh
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Pittsburgh:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Andy Warhol Museum and Carnegie Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in Pittsburgh.
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