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$111+ 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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — SFO
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Pittsburgh to San Francisco are usually found in January or May, booked 82 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$258
(Delta)

One-way from

$111
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$406 or less

Good one-way deal

$403 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 August 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/110:00 amPIT - SFO
1 stop10h 32mDelta
Sat 10/410:50 pmSFO - PIT
1 stop9h 14mDelta
Deal found 8/18$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Thu 9/45:25 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop18h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/710:37 pmSFO - PIT
1 stop14h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Thu 9/255:25 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop18h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/310:37 pmSFO - PIT
1 stop14h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/65:25 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop17h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/108:00 amSFO - PIT
2 stops30h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/115:17 pmPIT - SFO
2 stops22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/1910:25 pmSFO - PIT
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 10/85:17 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop21h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/156:34 amSFO - PIT
2 stops31h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/37:00 amPIT - SFO
1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/78:00 amSFO - PIT
2 stops30h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Mon 11/1010:32 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1710:23 pmSFO - PIT
2 stops17h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$270
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 11/75:30 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop9h 44mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:11 pmSFO - PIT
2 stops15h 24mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/65:25 pmPIT - SFO
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/98:00 amSFO - PIT
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/125:25 pmPIT - SFO
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/185:45 amSFO - PIT
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$273

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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 August 18, 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

Wed 9/24

5:23 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

11:57 pm-11:04 am

1 stop8h 07m

$258

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Thu 10/16

5:27 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops25h 33m

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

10:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$260

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Thu 9/25

5:25 pm-8:36 am

1 stop18h 11m

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

10:37 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop14h 43m

$261

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Fri 9/19

6:04 pm-9:21 pm

2 stops30h 17m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

10:37 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop14h 43m

$262

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Fri 10/3

5:25 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop22h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

10:17 pm-4:09 pm

1 stop14h 52m

$268

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Thu 10/16

5:27 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops25h 33m

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

10:17 pm-4:09 pm

1 stop14h 52m

$270

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop10h 01m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

9:10 pm-8:59 am

1 stop8h 49m

$271

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Fri 11/7

5:30 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

6:33 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops19h 02m

$271

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop10h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

9:10 pm-8:59 am

1 stop8h 49m

$271

PittsburghSan Francisco

PIT - SFO

PITSFO

Pittsburgh

Wed 10/8

5:17 pm-10:55 am

2 stops20h 38m

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

8:00 am-4:09 pm

1 stop29h 09m

$271

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Best time to book a flight from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

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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 August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco is 82 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 $358). 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 August 18, 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 53% 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 August 10, 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.

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

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 August 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,915 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 23m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 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.

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

    Delta can get you from Pittsburgh to San Francisco in just under 9h 27m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Pittsburgh to San Francisco is about 2246 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $100, Frontier will fly you from Pittsburgh to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $194 and $219, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 76% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 (75%), Air New Zealand (75%), Air China( 71%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $316. While the most popular route (Pittsburgh - San Francisco) can be booked for $232 on average our data indicates $1,079 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 $358). 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$100Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$229Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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