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August 13 - August 19

Cheapest
Earliest

PIT - San Francisco

$309

$241

Round trip

August 13 - August 18

Cheapest
Earliest

PIT - San Francisco

$319

$241

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September 23 - September 30

Cheapest
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PIT - San Francisco

$428

$241

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November 7 - November 10

Cheapest

PIT - San Francisco

$345

$241

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December 10 - December 15

Cheapest

PIT - San Francisco

$391

$241

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September 17 - September 23

PIT - San Francisco

$428

$247

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October 12 - October 14

PIT - San Francisco

$303

$255

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October 14 - October 17

PIT - San Francisco

$304

$256

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October 10 - October 12

PIT - San Francisco

$302

$270

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October 24 - November 7

PIT - San Francisco

$291

$271

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Pittsburgh to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

When is the cheapest time to fly from Pittsburgh to San Francisco? You'll find the most affordable fares in November, with a median price of $165. Other budget-friendly options include October, where the median fare is $188, and January, with a median of $239. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall typical range for this route.
For those seeking cheap flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, fares typically range from $349–$854, with a median of $600. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and approximately 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for savings.
Regarding direct flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, most itineraries connect at least once, as only 9.8% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.
How long is the flight from Pittsburgh to San Francisco? A typical journey from Pittsburgh to San Francisco takes approximately 16h 16m, including connections. This duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.
The distance between Pittsburgh and San Francisco is approximately 3620 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a longer travel time, often with one or more connections.

How much is a round trip from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

Regular price: $260 - $395

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $260 and $395. The current lowest deal is $241 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Aug 13-Aug 19.

now $241

Low $260

High $395

The cheapest time to fly from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from PIT to SFO is November, with a median price of $165. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $905. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $165

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $905

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Direct flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

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Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - San Francisco

Southwest Airlines

Pittsburgh (PIT) - San Francisco (SFO)

Southwest Airlines

$327

$310

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - San Francisco

Southwest Airlines

Pittsburgh (PIT) - San Francisco (SFO)

Southwest Airlines

$283

$284

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - San Francisco

Allegiant Air

Pittsburgh (PIT) - San Francisco (SFO)

Allegiant Air

$307

$322

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - San Francisco

Southern Airways

Pittsburgh (PIT) - San Francisco (SFO)

Southern Airways

$307

$321

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - San Francisco

Southern Airways

Pittsburgh (PIT) - San Francisco (SFO)

Southern Airways

$274

$323

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - San Francisco

Southwest Airlines

Pittsburgh (PIT) - San Francisco (SFO)

Southwest Airlines

$309

$304

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

7 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 30

$428  →  $241

44%

6 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 23

$427  →  $247

42%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$444  →  $273

38%

5 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 15

$392  →  $242

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Pittsburgh to San Francisco

Pittsburgh - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level for the PIT to SFO route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $165.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 16h 16m

The median flight duration from Pittsburgh to San Francisco is 16h 16m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 9.8% of recent fares are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco are frequently available.

Pittsburgh main airports to depart from

Pittsburgh International (PIT)

Cheapest

Pittsburgh International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to San Francisco.

📍 ~20 km from Pittsburgh city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$242

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a primary gateway to the San Francisco Bay Area from Pittsburgh.

📍 ~19 km from San Francisco (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$242

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a close alternative to San Francisco, offering extensive domestic flights and BART rail access.

📍 ~17 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or public transit)

💸 Flights from ~$247

San Jose International (SJC)

San Jose International is a major airport serving the South Bay, often with fewer weather delays than SFO.

📍 ~69 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$286

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International is a large airport with diverse carriers, a reliable alternative if Bay Area airspace is congested.

📍 ~129 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$243

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County is convenient for North Bay travelers, offering a small, low-stress terminal.

📍 ~101 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$337

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional is an alternative for travelers on the southern edge of the Bay Area with regional connectivity.

📍 ~140 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$368

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Pittsburgh to San Francisco is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been around $418. Booking closer to the departure date, such as 7-13 days out, has historically seen average prices rise significantly to $1086. Even within 28-59 days, the average price is about $510, indicating that earlier booking generally yields better value.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Pittsburgh to San Francisco is considered to be $349 or less. The median price for this route has been $600. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $854 or less, suggesting that prices above this threshold are on the higher end.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to San Francisco, with a median price of $165. October also offers competitive prices, with a median of $188. January has seen a median price of $239, which is still considerably lower than the annual median price of $600 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.