$69 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Cincinnati (CVG)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Cincinnati (ORD-CVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21
ORD
Chicago
CVG
Cincinnati
$137 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Chicago to Cincinnati, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $137 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 18
ORD
Chicago
CVG
Cincinnati
$137 Roundtrip, just found
$137
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Chicago to Cincinnati, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $137 just found
United
Wed, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 14
ORD
Chicago
CVG
Cincinnati
$137 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Chicago to Cincinnati, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $137 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 14
ORD
Chicago
CVG
Cincinnati
$139 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Chicago to Cincinnati, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $139 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 10
ORD
Chicago
CVG
Cincinnati
$141 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Chicago to Cincinnati, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $141 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 1
ORD
Chicago
CVG
Cincinnati
$144 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Chicago to Cincinnati, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $144 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 14
ORD
Chicago
CVG
Cincinnati
$145 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Chicago to Cincinnati, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $145 found 2 hours ago
United
Thu, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 23
ORD
Chicago
CVG
Cincinnati
$146 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Chicago to Cincinnati, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $146 found 4 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 1
ORD
Chicago
CVG
Cincinnati
$158 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Chicago to Cincinnati, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $158 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 9 - Wed, Aug 13
ORD
Chicago
CVG
Cincinnati
$164 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 9 from Chicago to Cincinnati, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $164 found 14 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Cincinnati (CVG)

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $79 - $465 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Cincinnati (CVG)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$137
Distance
264 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 20 mins

Chicago to Cincinnati Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) cost?
Cheap return fares from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) start at $209. 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 ORD on July 2 2025 and touching down at CVG. The price was last updated on June 27 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to CVG?
The cheapest flights from ORD 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
When flying out of O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can jump on a direct flight to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to CVG?
At the moment, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from ORD to CVG is American Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $105. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on August 6 2025. Prices were last updated on June 27 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
When departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can pick from an average of 9 daily nonstop flights to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
More people fly between ORD and CVG at 2 PM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to CVG?
Jet off on a Friday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 7:10AM UTC-6, departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You'll be flying for around 1h 30m, arriving at Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) at approximately 9:40AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
The average flight duration from ORD to CVG is 1 hour and 22 minutes, covering a distance of 260 mi.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
Choose a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Later departures 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.
What airports do you fly into for Cincinnati from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Board a direct flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati and land at Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG). Another point of entry into this destination is James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) last-minute?
Booking your flight from ORD to CVG shortly before your getaway is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your travel times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to CVG flight and hotel package?
Opting for an ORD to CVG flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our wide range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
Usually, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your ORD to CVG flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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