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$87+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego (PIT - SAN)

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PIT — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Pittsburgh to San Diego are usually found in August or September, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$175
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$87
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$343

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$112 or less
From Pittsburgh to San Diego
One-way flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($79 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/107:15 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop6h 51mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/146:15 amSAN - PIT
1 stop8h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$215
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/117:15 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop6h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/146:15 amSAN - PIT
2 stops12h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$244
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/117:35 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop17h 35mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/176:15 amSAN - PIT
1 stop9h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/255:00 amPIT - SAN
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/2810:47 pmSAN - PIT
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/119:30 amPIT - SAN
Nonstop5h 12mBreeze Airways
Mon 7/2112:27 pmSAN - PIT
Nonstop5h 00mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/12$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/95:31 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Tue 7/151:30 pmSAN - PIT
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Deal found 6/10$277
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/910:00 amPIT - SAN
1 stop12h 49mJetBlue
Sat 7/199:35 pmSAN - PIT
1 stop8h 28mJetBlue
Deal found 6/12$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/34:30 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop6h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/910:54 amSAN - PIT
2 stops8h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/2612:50 pmPIT - SAN
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Sat 8/3010:45 amSAN - PIT
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$308
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/135:40 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Mon 6/166:25 amSAN - PIT
1 stop7h 15mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$374

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego that are best for you.

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Pittsburgh

Fly to

San Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Thu 7/10

7:15 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 51m

San Diego

Mon 7/14

6:15 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$215

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Fri 7/11

7:15 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 51m

San Diego

Mon 7/14

6:15 am-9:37 pm

2 stops12h 22m

$244

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Fri 7/25

5:00 am-9:04 am

1 stop7h 04m

San Diego

Mon 7/28

10:47 pm-9:42 am

1 stop7h 55m

$247

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Wed 9/3

7:42 pm-10:14 am

1 stop17h 32m

San Diego

Tue 9/9

3:45 pm-6:48 am

1 stop12h 03m

$261

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Fri 7/11

9:30 am-11:42 am

Nonstop5h 12m

San Diego

Mon 7/21

12:27 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$271

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Wed 7/9

5:31 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop9h 11m

San Diego

Tue 7/15

1:30 pm-12:11 am

1 stop7h 41m

$277

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Wed 7/9

10:00 am-7:49 pm

1 stop12h 49m

San Diego

Sat 7/19

9:35 pm-9:03 am

1 stop8h 28m

$281

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Wed 9/3

4:30 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San Diego

Tue 9/9

10:54 am-10:43 pm

2 stops8h 49m

$282

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Tue 8/26

12:50 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops8h 55m

San Diego

Sat 8/30

10:45 am-10:45 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$308

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Thu 8/7

7:15 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$87

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Best time to book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego

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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 June 9, 2025.

Booking 54 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PIT to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 39% on flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Pittsburgh to San Diego flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($175), American Airlines ($247), and Breeze Airways ($270) offers the cheapest pricing from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 53% 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $87. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways 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 $96. While the most popular route (Pittsburgh - San Diego) can be booked for $178 on average our data indicates $228 when flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Charlotte travelers tend to visit Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame more than anywhere else. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame can be visited by traveling about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Travelers can rent a car at Charlotte Douglas for an average daily rate of $48 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Pittsburgh to San Diego flights?

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$176Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$177Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$228Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$272Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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