Travelling from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Washington DC and Pittsburgh share the same timezone, UTC-4.
Take your pick of 45 weekly Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport flights. The 07:59 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:10.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DCA to PIT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like February? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Pittsburgh (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates DCA to PIT flights, with 75.3% of its services arriving as planned.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DCA and PIT:
Philadelphia International Airport
LaGuardia Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport flight is 66 €. A return plane ticket is currently 146 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book eight months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DCA to PIT.
The cheapest month for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DCA to PIT.
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Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DCA? If you're boarding an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Consider booking a hotel near PIT if you're taking a late Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Pittsburgh International Airport rental car and explore Pittsburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Pittsburgh International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to central Pittsburgh
The street address for PIT is 1000 Airport Boulevard.
Pittsburgh International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Pittsburgh. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
The quietest month for a flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Pittsburgh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Pittsburgh, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DCA to PIT in January. Temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Pittsburgh. Around 418 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United States, head for Columbus, about 257 kilometres west of Pittsburgh. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are highlights.