Travelling from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 17 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Pittsburgh (the location of Pittsburgh International Airport).
The most popular route is from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). There are 112 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PIT to PHL is the 06:00 American Airlines service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 19:06 with Frontier Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from PIT to Philadelphia, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
You can book a nonstop flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia that arrives at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
American Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia.
When flying within United States, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Pittsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia, make sure your ID is up to date.
To reach PIT from central Pittsburgh, it'll take about 24 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Philadelphia
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia is $76. The cheapest price for a return flight is $151. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from PIT to Philadelphia, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Pittsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is around 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 44 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
As soon as your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 39 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 43 minutes.
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Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month for flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia. To skip the crowds, head to Philadelphia in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from PIT to Philadelphia in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Philadelphia
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There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are top attractions which should be on any good Philadelphia itinerary.
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