Travelling from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). Explore the options for departing from Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), two of the city's main airports.
Take a direct flight from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 24 minutes.
Pittsburgh International Airport is located in Pittsburgh. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Tampa.
The busiest route is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), with 12 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TPA to PIT is the 05:30 Southwest Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 21:30 with Southwest Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tampa to PIT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Get there in one go from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Direct flights from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) are available from here.
Southwest Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport departing from TPA.
TPA is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
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About Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PIT instead:
Getting from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to central Pittsburgh
From Pittsburgh International Airport, Pittsburgh is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport is Rs10,651. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs21,301. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Tampa to PIT, book your journey 8 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Pittsburgh, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Schedule your flight from Tampa to PIT for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Pittsburgh to range from 15ºC to 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Pittsburgh
Start your Pittsburgh trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Pittsburgh International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Andy Warhol Museum and Carnegie Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring Pittsburgh.
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