Travelling from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Phoenix's main airport, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Check out your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) leaving from this terminal.
Jump on a direct Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Pittsburgh is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Phoenix. Pittsburgh International Airport is located in Pittsburgh.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:45am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from PHX to PIT is with Southwest Airlines at 6:55pm.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Phoenix to PIT. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting away during a peak time like March? Popular periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can hop on a direct flight from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport leaving from PHX include:
Most travellers choose to book seats with American Airlines between PHX and PIT.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Allegiant Air.
PHX is about 5 kms (3 miles) from central Phoenix. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
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Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart PHX reach their destination on time.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
AZA is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Phoenix. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
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Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
AZA is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near PIT:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport flight.
The street address for PIT is 1000 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to central Pittsburgh
Central Pittsburgh is around 32 kms (20 miles) from Pittsburgh International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Right now, £95 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £207. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Phoenix to PIT, book your ticket five months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
December is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Pittsburgh based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Phoenix to PIT plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Pittsburgh, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC and 6ºC.
More about Pittsburgh
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Pittsburgh International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Pittsburgh:
Carnegie Museum of Art and The Andy Warhol Museum are a couple of big attractions to add to your Pittsburgh itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Point State Park Fountain.
Explore more of the United States
Pittsburgh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kms (150 miles) west of Pittsburgh, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Cleveland is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 161 kms (100 miles) northwest of Pittsburgh. No journey is complete without dropping by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
