$115 Cheap Flights from Washington (DCA) to Pittsburgh (PIT)

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Cheap Flights from Washington to Pittsburgh (DCA-PIT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $115 for one-way flights and $179 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Sat, May 10 - Mon, May 12
DCA
Washington
PIT
Pittsburgh
$179 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, May 10 from Washington to Pittsburgh, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $179 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, May 16 - Sun, May 18
DCA
Washington
PIT
Pittsburgh
$179 Roundtrip, just found
$179
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 16 from Washington to Pittsburgh, returning Sun, May 18, priced at $179 just found
American Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Wed, May 14
DCA
Washington
PIT
Pittsburgh
$184 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Washington to Pittsburgh, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $184 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Tue, May 13
DCA
Washington
PIT
Pittsburgh
$189 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Washington to Pittsburgh, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $189 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, May 2 - Tue, May 6
DCA
Washington
PIT
Pittsburgh
$194 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 2 from Washington to Pittsburgh, returning Tue, May 6, priced at $194 found 1 day ago
Delta
Thu, Jul 3 - Mon, Jul 7
DCA
Washington
PIT
Pittsburgh
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Jul 3 from Washington to Pittsburgh, returning Mon, Jul 7, priced at $199 just found
American Airlines
Fri, May 2 - Sun, May 4
DCA
Washington
PIT
Pittsburgh
$199 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 2 from Washington to Pittsburgh, returning Sun, May 4, priced at $199 found 9 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
DCA
Washington
PIT
Pittsburgh
$209 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Washington to Pittsburgh, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $209 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 4
DCA
Washington
PIT
Pittsburgh
$303 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$303
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Washington to Pittsburgh, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $303 found 2 hours ago
United
Fri, Aug 29 - Sun, Aug 31
DCA
Washington
PIT
Pittsburgh
$319 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Washington to Pittsburgh, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $319 found 6 days ago
Flights from Washington (DCA) to Pittsburgh (PIT)
Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
Pittsburgh Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$178
Distance
205 mi

Washington to Pittsburgh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Washington to Pittsburgh

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Washington to Pittsburgh are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Washington to Pittsburgh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Washington to Pittsburgh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Washington to Pittsburgh: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Washington to Pittsburgh

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Washington to Pittsburgh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $115 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Washington to Pittsburgh flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Washington to Pittsburgh airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) cost?
Find cheap return tickets from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) starting from $179. Grab a seat and set off on your next adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving DCA on May 17 2025 and touching down at PIT. The price was last updated on April 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DCA to PIT?
The cheapest flights from DCA to PIT are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Hop on a nonstop flight with American Airlines and head straight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DCA to PIT?
Journey from DCA to PIT with American Airlines. This airline currently offers the lowest one-way fare for this route, starting from $97. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DCA on May 21 2025. Prices were last updated on April 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
When taking off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), you can take your pick from an average of 4 daily nonstop flights to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
More people fly between DCA and PIT at 8 AM than at any other point in the day. Prefer a quieter experience? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DCA to PIT?
If you depart on a Friday, you’ll get the greatest range of choices for flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT).
What is the earliest flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 8:51AM UTC-5, leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). You’ll be traveling for around 1h, coming in to land at Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) at approximately 9:51AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Flights from DCA to PIT have an average travel time of 1 hour and 9 minutes. The total distance between the two is 210 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DCA to PIT?
Consider booking with American Airlines if you’d like to fly straight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) without any delays. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 86%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
Select a flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Pittsburgh from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Browse your flight options from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT). This is the only airport in Pittsburgh you can jet into if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a flight from DCA to PIT often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute offers, they aren’t always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for the best chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a DCA to PIT flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a DCA to PIT flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one easy place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)?
You can usually cancel or reschedule your DCA to PIT flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You’ll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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