IAD (Washington) to PIT (Pittsburgh) flights arrive on time 86% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 65 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.IAD → PIT
IAD (Washington) to PIT (Pittsburgh)
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This route is usually on time. About 86% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — United Airlines leads slightly at 87% vs Republic Airways at 86%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 87% on time; Republic Airways trails at 86%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from IAD
82% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. IAD has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~12 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at PIT
81% on timeWhen flights into PIT are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PIT: TSA is ~30 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.