Direct (nonstop) flights from Pittsburgh to Denver

2 airlines fly nonstop from Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) to Denver International (DEN). It's 1,289 miles (2,074 km), about 3h 30m in the air. Operated by United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

PIT
Pittsburgh Airport
🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, USA
DEN
Denver International
🇺🇸 Denver, USA
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,289 mi
2,074 km
CO₂/pax
218 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
United Airlines +1
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
PIT → DEN
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,289 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
PIT → DEN
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,289 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Pittsburgh to Denver with one stop · direct emits 218 kg CO₂ per passenger

PIT MDW (Chicago) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 30m (400 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (896 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 265 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIT → MDW
1h 30m · 400 mi
View PIT to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → DEN
2h 40m · 896 mi
View MDW to DEN flights →
PIT STL (Saint Louis) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 45m (552 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (769 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 269 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIT → STL
1h 45m · 552 mi
View PIT to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → DEN
2h 25m · 769 mi
View STL to DEN flights →
PIT DTW (Detroit) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 14m (199 mi) Leg 2: 3h 13m (1,122 mi) Total: ~4h 27m 🍃 252 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIT → DTW
1h 14m · 199 mi
View PIT to DTW flights →
Leg 2
DTW → DEN
3h 13m · 1,122 mi
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PIT SDF (Louisville) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 29m (334 mi) Leg 2: 2h 59m (1,023 mi) Total: ~4h 28m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIT → SDF
1h 29m · 334 mi
View PIT to SDF flights →
Leg 2
SDF → DEN
2h 59m · 1,023 mi
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PIT BNA (Nashville) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 35m (460 mi) Leg 2: 2h 56m (1,013 mi) Total: ~4h 31m 🍃 281 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIT → BNA
1h 35m · 460 mi
View PIT to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → DEN
2h 56m · 1,013 mi
View BNA to DEN flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Pittsburgh to Denver?

A nonstop flight from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Denver (DEN) takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,289 miles (2,074 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Pittsburgh to Denver?

2 airlines: United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Pittsburgh to Denver?

Yes. 2 airlines: United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Pittsburgh from Denver?

The flight distance from Pittsburgh to Denver is 1,289 miles (2,074 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Pittsburgh to Denver?

At 3h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Pittsburgh to Denver?

Roughly 218 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,090 km.

Is the return flight from Denver to Pittsburgh also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Pittsburgh to Denver?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Pittsburgh Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.