Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
The timezone in Pittsburgh is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Chicago.
Every week, there are 86 Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, go for the 07:00 American Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 22:00 with American Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ORD to PIT flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Pittsburgh (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a cinch with United. This popular airline has direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is United.
United is the most punctual carrier operating ORD to PIT flights, with 75.4% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ORD and PIT:
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Nashville Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
R 1,117 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,235. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from ORD to PIT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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 update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from ORD to PIT.
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Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
70% of flights that leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on time.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ORD:
Arriving at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
If you have a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PIT:
Go where the road takes you with a Pittsburgh International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and experience more of Pittsburgh and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Pittsburgh International Airport around one week ahead.
When to fly to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Pittsburgh in March.
Lock in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Pittsburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to PIT in January. Temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Pittsburgh. Around 418 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 257 kilometres west of Pittsburgh, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
