Pittsburgh International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 11m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Pittsburgh International Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport —originally Greater Pittsburgh Airport and later Greater Pittsburgh International Airport—is a civil-military international airport in Findlay Township and Moon Township, Pennsylvania, United States. About 10 miles (15 km) west of downtown Pittsburgh, it is the primary international airport serving the Greater Pittsburgh Region as well as adjacent areas in West Virginia and Ohio. The airport is owned and operated by the Allegheny County Airport Authority and offers passenger flights to destinations throughout North America, Central America, and Europe. PIT has four runways and covers 10,000 acres (40 km2). PIT is the largest civil/public airport in terms of land area in the state of Pennsylvania. It also hosts a sizable United States Air Force base.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KPITNOTAMs
KPITReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10R / 28L | 11,500 ft / 3,505 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 10C / 28C | 10,775 ft / 3,284 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 10L / 28R | 10,502 ft / 3,201 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 8,101 ft / 2,469 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (12)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.875 MHz |
| APP | APP | 36.080 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.250 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.750 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 118.650 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| OPS | ANG OPS | 31.100 MHz |
| POST | PITT COMD POST | 25.210 MHz |
| RDO | ALTOONA RDO | 112.000 MHz |
| RMP | RAMP CON | 131.375 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.100 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Pittsburgh International Airport offers various parking options with rates starting from free for the first hour in the Wait Lot.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 12 of 31 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PITTSBURGH CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 8000 ft MSL |
| PITTSBURGH CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| PITTSBURGH CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 14% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 54% | -564 ft | |
| Feb | 64% | -387 ft | |
| Mar | 75% | 232 ft | |
| Apr | 80% | 954 ft | |
| May | 81% | 1,630 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | 2,183 ft | |
| Jul | 87% | 2,369 ft | |
| Aug | 88% | 2,229 ft | |
| Sep | 86% | 1,862 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 1,045 ft | |
| Nov | 72% | 154 ft | |
| Dec | 60% | -227 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-564–2,369 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 348 ft | 1,102 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pittsburgh International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Pittsburgh International Airport?
The ICAO code for Pittsburgh International Airport is KPIT, and its IATA code is PIT.
Where is Pittsburgh International Airport located?
Pittsburgh International Airport is large airport located in Pittsburgh, United States, at an elevation of 1,203 ft (367 m).
How many runways does Pittsburgh International Airport have?
Pittsburgh International Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 11,500 ft / 3,505 m.
Which airlines fly to Pittsburgh International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Pittsburgh International Airport include AeroMéxico, Air Canada, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, among 14 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Pittsburgh International Airport?
Historical data lists 37 nonstop destinations from Pittsburgh International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Pittsburgh International Airport in?
Pittsburgh International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pittsburgh International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pittsburgh International Airport is approximately 9.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pittsburgh International Airport?
The nearest airport to Pittsburgh International Airport is Lenzner Farm Airport (7PS7), about 6 nm to the ene, followed by Frame Field and Cataney Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pittsburgh International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.