Flights
Flights to Pittsburgh
Flying to Pittsburgh for a game, a concert or a show? The airport you pick decides the rest of the trip more than the fare usually does. This page lists the airport with scheduled flights near Pittsburgh, how far it is from the centre and which is nearest each of the city's main venues. StubOrder lists 1,032 upcoming events in and around Pittsburgh (counted Nov 8, 2026); fares are searched live when you pick your dates.
The closest airport to downtown Pittsburgh is Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), 13 miles away. For Pittsburgh Improv, the nearest is PIT at 18 miles.
Airports serving Pittsburgh
Nearest first. Distances are straight-line from the centre of Pittsburgh, which is the fair way to compare airports with each other; the drive is always longer.
| Airport and distance from the centre | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) 13 mi (21 km) | Large | Nearest to Pittsburgh Improv, Benedum Center, PNC Park, Jergel's Rhythm Grille, PPG Paints Arena, City Winery - Pittsburgh, Byham Theater and Petersen Events Center. |
Nearest airport to each Pittsburgh venue
The busiest venues in and around Pittsburgh, each with its own nearest airport. A stadium in the suburbs is often nearer a different airport than downtown is, so this is the table to book from.
| Venue | Nearest airport we list | Second option |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Improv Hotels near Pittsburgh Improv | PIT, 18 mi | None |
| Benedum Center Hotels near Benedum Center | PIT, 13 mi | None |
| PNC Park Hotels near PNC Park Airports near PNC Park | PIT, 12 mi | None |
| Jergel's Rhythm Grille Hotels near Jergel's Rhythm Grille | PIT, 14 mi | None |
| PPG Paints Arena Hotels near PPG Paints Arena Airports near PPG Paints Arena | PIT, 13 mi | None |
| City Winery - Pittsburgh Hotels near City Winery - Pittsburgh | PIT, 13 mi | None |
| Byham Theater Hotels near Byham Theater | PIT, 13 mi | None |
| Petersen Events Center Hotels near Petersen Events Center | PIT, 15 mi | None |
Home teams and their airports
| Team | Home venue | First airport | League |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Steelers | Acrisure Stadium | PIT, 12 mi | NFL stadium airports |
| Pittsburgh Pirates | PNC Park | PIT, 12 mi | MLB ballpark airports |
| Pittsburgh Penguins | PPG Paints Arena | PIT, 13 mi | NHL arena airports |
Flying in for a Pittsburgh event
In the next 30 days (counted Nov 8, 2026): 283 events in and around Pittsburgh; 65% on Fri–Sun; 202 of the 281 with a set time start at 7 pm or later, local time.
Fly in the day before an evening event: a delayed afternoon flight is a missed show. Plan to fly home the morning after, because the last departures of the night often leave before a late finish lets out. The dates below set the search to do exactly that, around each event.
The Queers
Crafthouse Stage & Grill, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
From about $37.00View TicketsThe James Hunter Six
City Winery - Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
From about $89.00View TicketsMountain Grass Unit
Thunderbird Cafe, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
From about $39.00View TicketsPittsburgh Panthers Women's Basketball vs. Delaware State Hornets
Petersen Events Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
From about $27.00View TicketsDuquesne Dukes vs. Washington State Cougars
UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The Notebook - The Musical
Benedum Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
From about $71.00View TicketsThe Slackers
Crafthouse Stage & Grill, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
From about $52.00View TicketsYinzDating Live
City Winery - Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
From about $51.00View Tickets
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Flying in to Pittsburgh: checklist
- Book the airport for your venue. For Pittsburgh Improv it is PIT, 18 miles away; the table above has the rest.
- Arrive the day before an evening event, and plan the flight home for the next morning.
- Names exactly as on the ID. The airline compares the booking with the ID at the airport.
- Check the bag allowance. It is shown on every fare; extra bags are not part of the fare price.
Plan the rest of the trip
Frequently asked questions
Which airport is closest to the Pittsburgh Steelers' home stadium?
The Pittsburgh Steelers play home games at Acrisure Stadium. The closest airport to Acrisure Stadium is Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), 12 miles away in a straight line.
How many events are in Pittsburgh in the next 30 days?
283 in and around Pittsburgh in the 30 days from Nov 8, 2026, when this page's figures were counted. 65% of them fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, and 202 of the 281 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Can I buy event tickets and flights together?
Not as one purchase. Event tickets come from our resale marketplace and flights from our travel partner and the airlines, as separate bookings with separate confirmations. Neither depends on the other, so if an event moves, your flight does not change automatically.
Which airport is best for Benedum Center?
The closest airport to Benedum Center is Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), 13 miles away in a straight line.
How many airports serve Pittsburgh?
StubOrder lists one airport with scheduled passenger flights within 100 km (62 miles) of downtown Pittsburgh: Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT).
Which airport is best for Pittsburgh Improv?
The closest airport to Pittsburgh Improv is Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), 18 miles away in a straight line.
Which airport is closest to the Pittsburgh Pirates' home ballpark?
The Pittsburgh Pirates play home games at PNC Park. The closest airport to PNC Park is Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), 12 miles away in a straight line.
Are fares shown on this page?
No. Airline fares change by the minute and depend on your exact dates, airports and travellers, so this page shows none. Pick your dates in the search form and StubOrder asks the airlines live; every fare it shows is the total for all travellers, taxes and fees included.
How far is PIT from downtown Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is 13 miles (21 km) from downtown Pittsburgh in a straight line. The drive is always longer than the straight line, and the roads near the venues are busiest at event times, so allow more than a map suggests.
What is the closest airport to Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is the closest airport with scheduled flights to downtown Pittsburgh, 13 miles away in a straight line.
