How many flights from Houston to Pittsburgh are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 11.3% of flights from Houston to Pittsburgh were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers should consider these factors when planning their journey.

How long does it take to fly from Houston to Pittsburgh?

A direct flight from Houston to Pittsburgh typically takes around 2 hours and 51 minutes. This corresponds to a median direct flight time of 171 minutes. The approximate distance covered on this route is 1797 kilometers.

How often do Houston to Pittsburgh flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Houston to Pittsburgh route have shown regular price drops. This indicates that travelers may frequently find opportunities for price reductions. Monitoring prices over a 30-day window can be beneficial for securing a better fare.

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2026-12-09 – 2026-12-14
HOU - Pittsburgh
81% AI deal score
$352
$175
Round trip
2026-11-17 – 2026-12-14
HOU - Pittsburgh
66% AI deal score
$200
$177
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74% AI deal score
$241
$185
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$233
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2026-11-10 – 2026-12-07
HOU - Pittsburgh
66% AI deal score
$199
$186
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2026-11-11 – 2026-12-07
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66% AI deal score
$199
$186
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2026-11-12 – 2026-11-16
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74% AI deal score
$247
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65% AI deal score
$199
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Houston to Pittsburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh

A typical journey from Houston to Pittsburgh, including connections, takes about 59h 52m. This extended duration reflects that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Houston to Pittsburgh, understanding the typical journey time is crucial for planning.

Right now, fares for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh are typically $454–$969, with a median of $679. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. The share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, indicating that finding deals below the median can be challenging.

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Pittsburgh is during February and January, both with median fares of $119. November also offers more affordable options, with a median fare of $175. These months present the best opportunities for securing lower prices.

Most itineraries for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh connect at least once, with only 11.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that direct flights from Houston to Pittsburgh are less common, and travelers should expect to factor in connection times.

The distance between Houston and Pittsburgh is 1797 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight duration that can vary significantly based on the number of connections.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Pittsburgh

Regular price: $191 - $387

Prices for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh is $191 to $387. The current lowest deal is $182 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Nov 11-Nov 17.

now $182

Low $191

High $387

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Pittsburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Pittsburgh is January, with a median price of $119. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1546. Generally, prices are lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $119

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,546

Jan

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to Pittsburgh

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Pittsburgh

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Pittsburgh

Houston (IAH) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

United Airlines

$280

$967

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Pittsburgh

Houston (IAH) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

United Airlines

$257

$842

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Pittsburgh

Houston (IAH) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

United Airlines

$257

$967

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Pittsburgh

Houston (IAH) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

United Airlines

$240

$908

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Pittsburgh

Houston (IAH) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

United Airlines

$240

$908

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Pittsburgh

Houston (HOU) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$231

$599

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

$354 → $201

43%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

$350 → $199

43%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$356 → $208

42%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

$403 → $256

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Pittsburgh

Houston - Pittsburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from HOU to PIT are above the typical level, with a median price of $679.

📅 Best time to fly

February and January offer the lowest median prices

Historically, February and January have offered the lowest median prices at $119 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 51m

The median flight duration for a direct flight from HOU to PIT is 2 hours and 51 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Only 11.3% of recent flights from HOU to PIT are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on the HOU to PIT route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly on this route

Deals for flights from HOU to PIT appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers flights to Pittsburgh and is often the cheapest option from Houston.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$186

Pittsburgh main airports to arrive at

Pittsburgh International (PIT)

Cheapest

Pittsburgh International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$197

Airports nearby Pittsburgh used as alternative

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International offers significantly more direct flight options and a broad carrier selection.

📍 ~135 km from Pittsburgh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$91

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Pittsburgh

$698

Save $991

From IAH

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Nov 07

Pittsburgh, United States

78% AI deal score

$906

$684

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Pittsburgh

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $594. Booking within 6 days of departure generally sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $951. Even booking more than 60 days out tends to be more expensive, averaging $693.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Houston to Pittsburgh is considered to be around $454 or less. The median price for this route was $679. Prices can go higher, with 75% of fares observed being $969 or less over the trailing 90 days.

Historically, January and February have offered the cheapest flights from Houston to Pittsburgh, both with a median price of $119. November also presented a relatively low median price of $175. The annual median price for this route was $679, indicating significant savings are possible during these months.

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Houston to Pittsburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh

How much is a round trip from Houston to Pittsburgh

Regular price: $191 - $387

Prices for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh is $191 to $387. The current lowest deal is $182 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Nov 11-Nov 17.

now $182

Low $191

High $387

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Pittsburgh

January

Cheapest

Flights from $119

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,546

Jan

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to Pittsburgh

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Pittsburgh

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Pittsburgh

Houston (IAH) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

United Airlines

$280

$967

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Pittsburgh

Houston (IAH) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

United Airlines

$257

$842

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Pittsburgh

Houston (IAH) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

United Airlines

$257

$967

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Pittsburgh

Houston (IAH) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

United Airlines

$240

$908

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Pittsburgh

Houston (IAH) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

United Airlines

$240

$908

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Pittsburgh

Houston (HOU) - Pittsburgh (PIT)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$231

$599

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Pittsburgh

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

$354 → $201

43%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

$350 → $199

43%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$356 → $208

42%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

$403 → $256

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Pittsburgh