$69 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cincinnati (CVG)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG)

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati (SFO-CVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $130 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 17
SFO
San Francisco
CVG
Cincinnati
$130 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Francisco to Cincinnati, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $130 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
SFO
San Francisco
CVG
Cincinnati
$134 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 15 from San Francisco to Cincinnati, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $134 found 18 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 15
SFO
San Francisco
CVG
Cincinnati
$140 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from San Francisco to Cincinnati, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $140 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
CVG
Cincinnati
$147 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San Francisco to Cincinnati, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $147 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Dec 5 - Fri, Jan 23
SFO
San Francisco
CVG
Cincinnati
$148 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from San Francisco to Cincinnati, returning Fri, Jan 23, priced at $148 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Fri, Jan 23
SFO
San Francisco
CVG
Cincinnati
$151 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from San Francisco to Cincinnati, returning Fri, Jan 23, priced at $151 found 1 day ago
Breeze Airways
Tue, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
CVG
Cincinnati
$188 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San Francisco to Cincinnati, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $188 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 13
SFO
San Francisco
CVG
Cincinnati
$269 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from San Francisco to Cincinnati, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $269 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 21
SFO
San Francisco
CVG
Cincinnati
$269 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from San Francisco to Cincinnati, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $269 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 17
SFO
San Francisco
CVG
Cincinnati
$269 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Francisco to Cincinnati, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $269 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Cincinnati (CVG)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $140 - $517 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Cincinnati

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. CVG. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $321
CVG
Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $321
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cincinnati (CVG)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$130
Distance
2032 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 33 mins

San Francisco to Cincinnati Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Cincinnati

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Cincinnati

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Cincinnati

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Cincinnati in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $69 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Cincinnati flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Cincinnati airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $69 or cheap return flight from $130 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
November is the most affordable month to fly from SFO to CVG. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to finding a great deal.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from SFO to CVG, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on what matters most to you, such as preferred carriers and cabin class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to list the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
There are no daily direct flights available from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG). But you can book flights with layovers. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops, and you'll be on your way in no time.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to CVG?
Usually you'll have the most choice when it comes to flights on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* However, this can change based on the airline, season and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to CVG?
With 97% of journeys generally arriving as scheduled, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG). To check your flight status and get notified about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
Book a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SFO to CVG just before your trip is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to CVG flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a SFO to CVG flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
If you booked your SFO to CVG flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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