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Insider's Guide to the Pittsburgh International Airport

What to Expect at the Pittsburgh Airport

By Albrecht Powell, About.com

Pittsburgh Airport Authority
The Pittsburgh International Airport is one of the world's most modern airport terminal complexes. Opened in October 1992, it services about 10 million passengers per year. The Pittsburgh Airport operates about 290 non-stop flights per day to 80 destinations, and is served by 19 carriers.

Major Airlines at Pittsburgh Airport

About half of the flights flying in and out of Pittsburgh Airport are operated by U.S. Airways, which considers Pittsburgh a minor hub or "focus city." Other major U.S. airlines operating in Pittsburgh include Southwest, American, United, Delta, JetBlue, Northwest, AirTran and Continental.
Airlines Servicing Pittsburgh International Airport

Size & Location

The Pittsburgh International Airport sits on 12,900 acres and is the 4th largest airport in the country in terms of land mass (it is twice the size of downtown Pittsburgh). It is located 16 miles northwest of downtown Pittsburgh in Findley Township. Taxi and shuttle bus service connect the airport to downtown and suburban hotels.

Ranked Among the Best

Market research leader, JD Power and Associates named Pittsburgh International Airport among the top five airports in its two most recent customer satisfaction surveys. Conde Nast Traveler’s magazine has frequently named the Pittsburgh Airport among the best in the United States and in the world in its annual People's Choice Award.

More About the Pittsburgh Airport:
Passenger Information
Baggage Claim & Ground Transportation
Parking Options & Rates
Directions To & From the Airport

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