Los Angeles to Pittsburgh (LAX–PIT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–PIT is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and TWY lead the route. The flight covers 2,131 miles in approximately 4h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 103 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 14 | 7M8, B38M | 4h51 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines Also: MH, QF | 13 | 738 | 4h25-4h49 | Oneworld | MH, QF | |
| TWY TWY | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Pittsburgh from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→PIT | BUR→PIT | SNA→PIT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 18 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 44 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 25m | 4h 19m | 3h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 68% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · PIT: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 9:00 PM in Pittsburgh.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–PIT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to PIT
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, TWY and United Airlines. With 44 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to PIT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to PIT ranges from 4 hours 25 minutes to 4 hours 51 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,131 miles (3,430 km). There are approximately 44 weekly flights outbound and 54 return, totaling 98 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
103 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Burbank (BUR), Santa Ana (SNA) and Santa Barbara (SBA).