Cheap flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to San Diego (SAN)

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) sits about 20 miles northwest of Pittsburgh, PA. Driving to PIT from downtown Pittsburgh takes about 30 minutes via I-376 W, and the 28X Airport Flyer is a convenient public transportation option. San Diego Lindberg Fld S. Diego (SAN) is located in San Diego, CA. Flight times are usually just under five hours from PIT to SAN. Driving to downtown San Diego takes 10 minutes via N Harbor Dr. You can also take the 992 bus from Lindbergh Field/Terminal 1 to downtown. Rental car shuttles leave from Terminals 1 and 2.

Attractions and tips

San Diego is one of Southern California's metropolitan highlights. Located along the Pacific coast, the city offers incredible beaches. Mission Beach and Solana Beach are fun for families, while San Onofre and La Jolla Shores offer pristine beauty and surf-friendly waters. The San Diego Zoo and Zoo Safari Park are great for kids, while the USS Midway and Museum provides a fascinating look at American Naval history.

Comic Con is a huge yearly entertainment convention held in the city, usually in July. Hotels around the city book months in advance, and the area is very crowded with convention visitors. Weather is San Diego is sunny and mildly warm year round, with winters in the 60s and summers in the low-80s. Driving up to Los Angeles takes around three hours on I-5 N.