Flying from Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): What you need to know
Pittsburgh is six hours behind Frankfurt. Pittsburgh International Airport is located in Pittsburgh, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Frankfurt to PIT, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like September or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Frankfurt to PIT with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between FRA and PIT include:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
FRA is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to PIT flight:
Frankfurt Hahn Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 82% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near PIT:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
The address for PIT is 1000 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to central Pittsburgh
From Pittsburgh International Airport, central Pittsburgh is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Right now, RM1,580 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,554. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to PIT if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Frankfurt to PIT is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Pittsburgh. July is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Frankfurt to PIT plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Pittsburgh, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Pittsburgh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Pittsburgh right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt to Pittsburgh International Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Carnegie Museum of Art, The Andy Warhol Museum and Point State Park Fountain are attractions you won't want to skip in Pittsburgh.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Pittsburgh. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, consider Cleveland, roughly 161 kilometres northwest of Pittsburgh. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are the start of reasons to visit.
