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Pittsburgh Airport guide
Pittsburgh International Airport has a new landside terminal (opened November 2025) and the airside terminal with Concourses A–D. The quickest way from PIT to downtown Pittsburgh is the PRT 28X Airport Flyer bus (about 40 minutes, $2.75).
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
PRT 28X Airport Flyer bus, $2.75
about $50–$65
American, Delta and United
American Admirals Club (airside mezzanine)
Quick answer
The quickest way from PIT to downtown Pittsburgh is the PRT 28X Airport Flyer bus (about 40 minutes, $2.75). Airlines here include American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska.
- Terminals
- A new landside terminal (opened November 2025) and the airside terminal with Concourses A–D
- Taxi
- 25–40 min, about $50–$65
- Distance
- About 17 miles to downtown Pittsburgh
- Lounges
- American Admirals Club (airside mezzanine); The Club PIT (Concourse C, Priority Pass) and more
- Hotel
- Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport, on airport grounds with a shuttle to the new terminal
Getting from PIT to downtown Pittsburgh
Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.
- PRT 28X Airport Flyer busto downtown Pittsburgh and Oaklandabout 40 min$2.75
- Taxi or rideshare25–40 minabout $50–$65
Inside PIT
Terminals and connections
Check-in, security and baggage claim are in the new landside terminal, opened November 18, 2025. A bridge leads to the X-shaped airside terminal, where Concourses A, B, C and D are linked inside security.
Lounges
- •American Admirals Club (airside mezzanine)
- •The Club PIT (Concourse C, Priority Pass)
- •A free lounge for active-duty military and veterans (Concourse C)
Sleep, showers and hotels
- •Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport, on airport grounds with a shuttle to the new terminal
Parking at PIT
- •Extended lot with shuttles, the cheapest
- •Garage at the new terminal
Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check PIT's official site.
Airlines at PIT
Major airlines that fly from PIT (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.
- American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Allegiant Air Carry-on 22 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
- Breeze Airways Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
- British Airways Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
- Aer Lingus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 24 cm Bag fees
- Icelandair Carry-on 55 × 40 × 20 cm Bag fees
PIT airport FAQ
The quickest option is the PRT 28X Airport Flyer bus to downtown Pittsburgh and Oakland: about 40 minutes for $2.75. A taxi takes 25–40 min (about $50–$65).
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.
- Pittsburgh International Airport official website
- Wikipedia: Pittsburgh International Airport (airlines, terminals and ground transportation)
- PRT 28X Airport Flyer bus: official site
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