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$136+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco (PIT - SFO)

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 7/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Pittsburgh to San Francisco are usually found in January or May, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) to San Francisco (SFO). 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

$271
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$136
(JetBlue)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$389 or less

Good one-way deal

$323 or less
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Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/146:04 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop9h 55mJetBlue
Tue 7/1511:25 pmSFO - PIT
1 stop9h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$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.
Fri 7/185:20 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Mon 7/2110:59 pmSFO - PIT
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/10$277
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/85:06 amPIT - SFO
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/1210:16 amSFO - PIT
1 stop10h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$282
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.
Thu 7/106:09 amPIT - SFO
Nonstop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/149:10 pmSFO - PIT
Nonstop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$289
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.
Fri 9/267:42 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop17h 50mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/3011:12 amSFO - PIT
2 stops16h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$292
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.
Mon 9/155:20 amPIT - SFO
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Thu 9/181:40 pmSFO - PIT
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$297
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/85:40 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop9h 39mFrontier
Thu 8/146:52 pmSFO - PIT
2 stops17h 11mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$343
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 8/311:23 amPIT - SFO
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/1411:59 pmSFO - PIT
3 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$405

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco 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 Francisco that are best for you.

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Pittsburgh

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Mon 7/14

6:04 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 7/15

11:25 pm-11:58 am

1 stop9h 33m

$271

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Fri 7/18

5:20 pm-12:03 am

1 stop9h 43m

San Francisco

Sat 7/26

12:50 am-10:25 am

1 stop6h 35m

$277

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Fri 8/8

5:06 am-10:11 am

1 stop8h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

10:16 am-11:46 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$282

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Thu 7/10

6:09 am-8:29 am

Nonstop5h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 7/14

9:10 pm-4:55 am

Nonstop4h 45m

$289

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Fri 9/26

7:42 pm-10:32 am

1 stop17h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

11:12 am-6:48 am

2 stops16h 36m

$292

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Mon 9/15

5:20 am-9:25 am

1 stop7h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

1:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$297

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Fri 8/8

5:40 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 39m

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

6:52 pm-3:03 pm

2 stops17h 11m

$343

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Sun 8/3

11:23 am-8:08 am

1 stop23h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

11:59 pm-9:29 pm

3 stops18h 30m

$405

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Thu 7/24

6:04 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 55m

$136

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Tue 8/12

10:00 am-5:52 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$138

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Best time to book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Pittsburgh with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pittsburgh to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Pittsburgh to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh to San Francisco. 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.

When flying from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 49% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Pittsburgh to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from PIT to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Pittsburgh to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

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 Francisco. 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 Francisco?

    To fly from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, you need to book a flight from Pittsburgh (PIT) to San Francisco (SFO). Nonstop flights to San Francisco from Pittsburgh take 5h 20m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco offered by 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Pittsburgh to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from Pittsburgh to San Francisco was viewed by 9 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $271, JetBlue will fly you from Pittsburgh to San Francisco and back. In addition to JetBlue, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $277 and $282, respectively. Users have found that JetBlue is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $136 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $138 and $139, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Pittsburgh to San Francisco?

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Pittsburgh, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (91%), Air New Zealand (91%), Air China( 89%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $223. While the most popular route (Pittsburgh - San Francisco) can be booked for $251 on average our data indicates $1,655 when flying from Pittsburgh to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Pittsburgh to San Francisco 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 Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Pittsburgh to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 6 airlines flying from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco. 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$90Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$229Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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