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$72+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego (PIT - SAN)

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PIT — SAN
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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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 Tuesday or Thursday 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$182
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$72
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$298

Good round-trip deal

$270 or less

Good one-way deal

$113 or less
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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 July 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:18 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/96:15 amSAN - PIT
1 stop6h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$182
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/298:30 amPIT - SAN
Nonstop5h 12mBreeze Airways
Mon 9/112:27 pmSAN - PIT
Nonstop5h 00mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/30$228
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/117:15 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop6h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/146:25 amSAN - PIT
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 9/310:26 amPIT - SAN
1 stop12h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/91:06 pmSAN - PIT
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 7/296:15 amPIT - SAN
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/57:45 amSAN - PIT
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/307:25 pmPIT - SAN
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Wed 8/61:30 pmSAN - PIT
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Deal found 6/30$277

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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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Return

Price

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Thu 9/4

5:18 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop9h 27m

San Diego

Tue 9/9

6:15 am-4:13 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$182

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Fri 8/29

8:30 am-10:42 am

Nonstop5h 12m

San Diego

Mon 9/1

12:27 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$228

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Fri 7/11

7:15 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 51m

San Diego

Mon 7/14

6:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$248

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Wed 9/3

10:26 am-7:27 pm

1 stop12h 01m

San Diego

Tue 9/9

1:06 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$267

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Tue 7/29

6:15 am-10:52 am

1 stop7h 37m

San Diego

Tue 8/5

7:45 am-6:51 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$272

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Wed 7/30

7:25 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 04m

San Diego

Wed 8/6

1:30 pm-12:13 am

1 stop7h 43m

$277

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Tue 9/16

5:18 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$72

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Mon 8/4

5:40 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$76

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Mon 9/1

9:30 am-11:42 am

Nonstop5h 12m

$89

PittsburghSan Diego

PIT - SAN

PITSAN

Pittsburgh

Wed 9/3

6:15 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 40m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego

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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 June 27, 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 July 1, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% 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 29, 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.

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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and United Airlines 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

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!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

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!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

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!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

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!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,100 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

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 airports do I use to fly from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

    If you wish to fly to San Diego from Pittsburgh, then you need to book flights from Pittsburgh to San Diego. There is 1 flight from Pittsburgh (PIT) to San Diego (SAN) per day to choose from. Flights to San Diego from Pittsburgh are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 12m is how long a nonstop flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego typically takes.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($182), Breeze Airways ($228), and American Airlines ($267) offers the cheapest pricing from Pittsburgh to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 51% 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 $72. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Breeze Airways, 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 $240 when flying from Pittsburgh to San Diego.

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

    Flights departing from Pittsburgh and landing in San Diego layover in Charlotte most frequently.

  • 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 $43 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

    Pittsburgh to San Diego flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Las Vegas.

  • 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$149Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$176Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$210Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$272Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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