What percentage of Dallas to Cincinnati flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 40.9% of flights from Dallas to Cincinnati were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This indicates that a significant portion of available flights on this route include at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from Dallas to Cincinnati?

A direct flight from Dallas to Cincinnati typically takes about 2 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of 1305 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 9 hours and 16 minutes. This difference highlights the efficiency of direct routes compared to those with layovers.

How often do cheap flights from Dallas to Cincinnati come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Dallas to Cincinnati come up frequently. This route is classified as one where deals are commonly available. Travelers can often find favorable prices when planning their trips between these two cities.

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September 1 - September 12

Cheapest

Best

DFW - Cincinnati

$230

$120

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August 11 - August 17

Earliest

DFW - Cincinnati

$258

$121

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August 18 - August 23

DFW - Cincinnati

$263

$121

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October 20 - November 11

DFW - Cincinnati

$214

$121

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October 17 - November 11

DFW - Cincinnati

$211

$121

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September 9 - October 7

Best

DFW - Cincinnati

$221

$121

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August 12 - August 18

DFW - Cincinnati

$257

$122

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September 9 - September 14

DFW - Cincinnati

$268

$122

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October 20 - November 5

DFW - Cincinnati

$217

$122

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August 12 - August 17

DFW - Cincinnati

$265

$123

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Dallas to Cincinnati: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Cincinnati

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Dallas to Cincinnati, the data indicates that April is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $76. Other cost-effective options include June, with a median fare of $113, and May, where the median fare is $123. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from Dallas to Cincinnati typically range from $150 to $516, with a median of $272. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 16% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal can be challenging but is possible.

When considering direct flights from Dallas to Cincinnati, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, making up 40.9% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries, which include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you have a good chance of finding a non-stop option, but many available flights will involve at least two stops.

A typical journey from Dallas to Cincinnati takes about 5h 1m, including connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time, accounting for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers. Given that a significant portion of flights on this route involve connections, this median time provides a realistic expectation for your trip.

The distance between Dallas and Cincinnati is approximately 1305 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, indicating a relatively brief travel distance. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it worthwhile to monitor prices regularly if you are planning to fly.

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Cincinnati

Regular price: $115 - $337

Prices for flights from Dallas to Cincinnati are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Dallas to Cincinnati typically range from $115 to $337. The current lowest deal is $96 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 20-Aug 24.

now $96

Low $115

High $337

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Cincinnati

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to CVG is April, with a median price of $76. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $539. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

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Flights from $76

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Flights from $539

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Direct flights from Dallas to Cincinnati

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Cincinnati

Tue, Aug 4

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DFW - Cincinnati

Dallas (DFW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$273

$178

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Cincinnati

Dallas (DFW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$271

$156

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Cincinnati

Dallas (DFW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$263

$176

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

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DFW - Cincinnati

Dallas (DFW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$273

$188

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Cincinnati

Dallas (DFW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$274

$183

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Cincinnati

Dallas (DFW) - Cincinnati (CVG)

Frontier Airlines

$271

$187

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 15

$685 → $323

53%

7 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 27

$570 → $358

37%

7 nights

Jan 14 - Jan 21

$567 → $358

37%

7 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 17

$257 → $103

60%

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Cincinnati

Dallas - Cincinnati route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares are above the typical level for the DFW to CVG route.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from DFW to CVG, with a median price of $76.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 5h 1m

Flights from Dallas to Cincinnati typically take 5h 1m, covering a distance of 1305 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

40.9% of recent flights are direct

40.9% of recent flights from DFW to CVG are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from DFW to CVG are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a key departure point for flights from Dallas to Cincinnati.

📍 ~25 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$156

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field offers another option for flights from Dallas to Cincinnati.

📍 ~12 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$267

Cincinnati main airports to arrive at

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~24 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Airports nearby Cincinnati used as alternative

Dayton International (DAY)

Dayton International is a practical alternative due to its extreme proximity and easy commute via I-75.

📍 ~100 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$270

Indianapolis International (IND)

Indianapolis International is a major regional hub with high flight frequency and competitive pricing.

📍 ~170 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Louisville International (SDF)

Louisville International offers good regional connectivity and carrier variety with a straightforward drive via I-71.

📍 ~150 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$179

John Glenn Columbus International (CMH)

Cheapest

John Glenn Columbus International is a large airport with a wide range of domestic carriers and reliable East Coast connections.

📍 ~170 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$116

Blue Grass (LEX)

Blue Grass offers relatively close proximity to Cincinnati and simple terminal navigation, despite limited schedules.

📍 ~120 km from Cincinnati (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$268

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cincinnati

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cincinnati

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Dallas to Cincinnati is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $114. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a significantly higher average price of $275. Prices tend to be higher for very last-minute bookings, as well as for those made more than 60 days in advance, which average $143.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Dallas to Cincinnati is considered to be $150 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $272. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of observed prices being $516 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Dallas to Cincinnati include April, with a median price of $76, and June, with a median price of $113. May also shows favorable pricing, with a median of $123. These months are typically more affordable compared to the annual median price of $272 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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