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July 7 - July 8

Cheapest

Earliest

ORD - Cincinnati

$133

$157

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July 8 - July 14

Cheapest

ORD - Cincinnati

$126

$157

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August 8 - August 11

MDW - Cincinnati

$128

$176

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September 16 - September 19

MDW - Cincinnati

$169

$176

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August 19 - August 24

ORD - Cincinnati

$113

$176

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September 2 - September 8

MDW - Cincinnati

$156

$177

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August 18 - August 31

ORD - Cincinnati

$187

$183

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August 13 - August 24

RFD - Cincinnati

$233

$188

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August 13 - August 17

Best

RFD - Cincinnati

$263

$188

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August 20 - August 24

ORD - Cincinnati

$216

$189

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Cincinnati

For cheap flights from Chicago to Cincinnati, fares are typically $106–$278, with a median of $137. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding lower prices may require some flexibility or advance planning. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati? The data shows that June is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $106. Following closely, May offers a median fare of $123, and July also presents competitive pricing with a median of $137. These months generally provide better value for travelers.

A typical journey from Chicago to Cincinnati takes about 1h 29m, including connections. This route is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 425 km. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights. However, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, offering a quicker travel option if available.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Cincinnati

Regular price: $104 - $242

Prices for flights from Chicago to Cincinnati are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $104 and $242. The current lowest deal is $157 with American Airlines, for travel from Jul 7-Jul 8.

now $157

Low $104

High $242

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky is June, with a median price of $106. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $438. Prices are generally lower from February to September.

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Flights from $106

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $438

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Direct flights from Chicago to Cincinnati

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Cincinnati

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Cincinnati

Chicago (ORD) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$350

$352

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Cincinnati

Chicago (MDW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$408

$352

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Cincinnati

Chicago (MDW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$348

$337

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Cincinnati

Chicago (MDW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$384

$371

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Cincinnati

Chicago (MDW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$333

$300

One-way

Mon, Jun 29

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Cincinnati

Chicago (MDW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$326

$305

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Cincinnati

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$326 → $250

23%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$263 → $188

29%

2 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 27

$331 → $260

21%

4 nights

Jul 1 - Jul 5

$329 → $271

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati

Chicago - Cincinnati route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares are above the typical level for the Chicago to Cincinnati route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for prices as low as $106.

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $106.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 29m.

The median flight time for this short-haul route is 1 hour and 29 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

64.8% of deals are direct.

Most deals are direct, with frequent availability for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights.

American Airlines provides direct flights from Chicago to Cincinnati.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 12% of the time.

Historically, 12% of deals for this route are considered good prices.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Cheapest

Fly from MDW for a convenient departure option from Chicago to Cincinnati.

📍 ~15 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Consider RFD for an alternative departure point from the Chicago area to Cincinnati.

📍 ~115 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$210

O Hare International (ORD)

ORD offers a major departure hub from Chicago for flights heading to Cincinnati.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Cincinnati main airports to arrive at

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cheapest

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is a convenient arrival point for Cincinnati.

📍 ~20 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Airports nearby Cincinnati used as alternative

Dayton International (DAY)

Dayton International is a convenient alternative due to its proximity and less congested experience than CVG.

📍 ~80 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$286

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International offers a robust flight schedule and competitive pricing for those willing to drive further.

📍 ~175 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$157

John Glenn Columbus International (CMH)

John Glenn Columbus International provides diverse carrier options and competitive pricing, often justifying the travel distance.

📍 ~175 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Louisville International (SDF)

Louisville International offers reasonable distance and good domestic connectivity, ensuring operational reliability.

📍 ~145 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$201

Blue Grass (LEX)

Blue Grass is a relatively short distance from southern Cincinnati suburbs and has an easy-to-navigate terminal.

📍 ~125 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$239

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cincinnati

Cincinnati, United States

33% AI deal score

$2,808

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cincinnati

Historically, the best time to book flights from Chicago to Cincinnati is 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $161. Booking within 28-59 days typically sees prices around $237. For those booking last minute, within 0-6 days of travel, the average price can be as high as $1026. Planning ahead can result in significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati is considered to be $106 or less. The median price for this route was $137. Fares can go up to $278 or more, so finding a ticket at or below $106 represents a favorable deal based on historical data.

Historically, June has been the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati, with a median price of $106. May also offers relatively lower fares, with a median price of $123. The annual median price for this route is $137, with July also showing a median of $137.

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Cincinnati

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Cincinnati

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati

Direct flights from Chicago to Cincinnati

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Cincinnati

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Cincinnati

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati

Chicago - Cincinnati route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in June for prices as low as $106.

Direct flights take 1h 29m.

64.8% of deals are direct.

American Airlines offers direct flights.

Good prices are available 12% of the time.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Cincinnati main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cincinnati used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cincinnati

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cincinnati

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