San Diego

$96+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego (PIT - SAN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — SAN
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to San Diego

Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 30, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/86:42 pm
PIT
-
SAN
2 stops26h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/1512:33 pm
SAN
-
PIT
Nonstop5h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/173:15 pm
PIT
-
SAN
1 stop9h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 4/2110:30 pm
SAN
-
PIT
1 stop8h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/26$266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/207:11 pm
PIT
-
SAN
1 stop7h 22m
American Airlines
Thu 5/286:15 am
SAN
-
PIT
1 stop9h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/25$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/318:15 pm
PIT
-
SAN
3 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/512:33 pm
SAN
-
PIT
Nonstop5h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$268
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:35 am
PIT
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/118:30 pm
SAN
-
PIT
1 stop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$269
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/173:55 pm
PIT
-
SAN
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Tue 4/2110:40 pm
SAN
-
PIT
1 stop8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/13:55 pm
PIT
-
SAN
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Thu 6/46:30 am
SAN
-
PIT
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/241:22 pm
PIT
-
SAN
1 stop28h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/278:38 am
SAN
-
PIT
1 stop11h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$273
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/55:25 pm
PIT
-
SAN
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 5/1212:30 pm
SAN
-
PIT
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/225:00 pm
PIT
-
SAN
1 stop9h 55m
Delta
Tue 4/289:45 pm
SAN
-
PIT
1 stop8h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/29$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/308:15 am
PIT
-
SAN
3 stops18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/512:33 pm
SAN
-
PIT
Nonstop5h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$278

Find flight deals from Pittsburgh to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$265
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$96
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$432

Good round-trip deal

$308 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Pittsburgh-San Diego flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Pittsburgh-San Diego flights.
From Pittsburgh to San Diego
One-way flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Mon 6/1

3:55 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops8h 15m

San Diego

Thu 6/4

6:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$272
Quickest round-trip

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Fri 7/31

9:35 am-11:48 am

Nonstop5h 13m

San Diego

Mon 8/10

12:33 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$298

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Thu 4/23

12:45 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 20m

San Diego

Sun 4/26

6:20 am-4:51 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$306

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Fri 4/24

3:55 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops8h 15m

San Diego

Tue 4/28

12:30 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$321

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Thu 4/23

5:25 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Diego

Sun 4/26

10:10 pm-9:44 am

1 stop8h 34m

$345

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Mon 9/14

5:35 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San Diego

Thu 9/17

10:15 am-9:50 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$350

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Mon 7/27

3:25 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

San Diego

Fri 7/31

6:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$351

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Wed 8/5

7:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Diego

Wed 8/12

7:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$377

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Sat 8/15

8:20 am-9:00 pm

2 stops15h 40m

San Diego

Sat 8/22

6:20 am-3:30 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$378

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Tue 4/28

7:25 am-12:45 pm

1 stop8h 20m

San Diego

Sat 5/2

7:03 am-6:32 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$381

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Deals found on 3/27

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Compare providers for flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Pittsburgh to San Diego in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Pittsburgh-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Pittsburgh-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Pittsburgh-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Pittsburgh-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Pittsburgh-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Pittsburgh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego (average of $138). Flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $261). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated March 30, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta from Pittsburgh to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this Pittsburgh to San Diego flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

    Airlines like Southwest, Breeze Airways, and United Airlines fly from Pittsburgh to San Diego in about 5h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 07m. There are 2100 mi between Pittsburgh and San Diego. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($99), Breeze Airways ($114), and Delta ($138) offers the cheapest pricing from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 70% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Pittsburgh to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Breeze Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $89. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Pittsburgh to San Diego for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $119. While the most popular route (Pittsburgh - San Diego) can be booked for $198 on average, our data indicates $327 when flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Pittsburgh to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Pittsburgh to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego (average of $138). Flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $261). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$99Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$114Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$138Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$168Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$241Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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