$79 Cheap Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Cincinnati (CVG)

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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati (PHL-CVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $79 for one-way flights and $176 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 9
PHL
Philadelphia
CVG
Cincinnati
$176 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $176 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 8
PHL
Philadelphia
CVG
Cincinnati
$178 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $178 found 23 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
PHL
Philadelphia
CVG
Cincinnati
$184 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $184 found 6 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 12
PHL
Philadelphia
CVG
Cincinnati
$184 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $184 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 26
PHL
Philadelphia
CVG
Cincinnati
$188 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $188 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 9
PHL
Philadelphia
CVG
Cincinnati
$189 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $189 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Sat, Aug 9
PHL
Philadelphia
CVG
Cincinnati
$191 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $191 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 25 - Mon, Oct 27
PHL
Philadelphia
CVG
Cincinnati
$194 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $194 found 1 day ago
United
Wed, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 20
PHL
Philadelphia
CVG
Cincinnati
$327 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$327
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $327 found 4 days ago
Delta
Thu, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 23
PHL
Philadelphia
CVG
Cincinnati
$385 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$385
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $385 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia (PHL) to Cincinnati (CVG)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $63 - $306 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Cincinnati (CVG)
Origin airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Destination airport
Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$175
Distance
505 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 58 mins

Philadelphia to Cincinnati Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $79 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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.

 

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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 Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) start from $395. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving PHL on August 2 2025 and touching down at CVG. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PHL to CVG?
The cheapest flights from PHL to CVG are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
Fly nonstop from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from PHL to CVG?
With prices starting from $326 for a one-way flight from PHL to CVG, American Airlines is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from PHL on September 5 2025. Prices were last updated on July 9 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
With an average of 3 nonstop flights that operate from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) daily, you'll be soaring through the skies in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
The 8 AM departures from PHL to CVG are typically the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from PHL to CVG?
Depart on a Friday if you're after the largest selection of flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG).
What is the earliest flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
The first flight of the day taking off from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) is at around 8:29AM UTC-5. Board this plane and you'll touch down at Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) at approximately 10:44AM UTC-5. The total flight duration is 2h 15m.
How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
The average flight duration from PHL to CVG is 2 hours and 7 minutes, covering a distance of 510 mi.
What airline has the least delays from PHL to CVG?
With 80% of journeys usually landing on time, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
To avoid possible delays on the Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) route, fly before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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.
What airports do you fly into for Cincinnati from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Take a direct flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati and touch down at Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG). An alternative arrival point to this city is James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from PHL to CVG are generally more expensive. To secure the lowest rates, start looking for flights well ahead of time. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may score a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a PHL to CVG flight and hotel package?
Booking a PHL to CVG flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Select from our extensive range of accommodations and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your PHL to CVG flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you'd like more details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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