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$49+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cincinnati (CVG)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CVG
Mar 10 — Mar 171
Mon 3/10
Mon 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky are usually found in September or August, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Cincinnati

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Cincinnati (CVG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 5, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$137
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$264

Good round-trip deal

$162 or less

Good one-way deal

$58 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 5, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/128:20 amMDW - CVG
2 stops5h 50mSouthwest
Wed 4/164:05 pmCVG - MDW
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/5$137
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/278:09 pmORD - CVG
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/17:04 amCVG - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/4$142
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:00 amMDW - CVG
1 stop6h 52mFrontier
Tue 4/82:01 pmCVG - MDW
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Deal found 3/4$150
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1812:02 pmORD - CVG
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Wed 3/194:31 pmCVG - ORD
1 stop9h 13mFrontier
Deal found 3/4$150
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2010:55 amORD - CVG
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/246:23 pmCVG - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/4$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/171:50 pmORD - CVG
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Mon 4/216:00 amCVG - ORD
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/4$167
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/299:20 amMDW - CVG
1 stop3h 06mDelta
Wed 4/306:15 amCVG - MDW
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/5$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/194:15 pmORD - CVG
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Sat 4/266:15 amCVG - ORD
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 3/5$177
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/278:10 pmORD - CVG
1 stop13h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/317:20 amCVG - ORD
3 stops43h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$241
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:40 amMDW - CVG
2 stops30h 58mAllegiant Air
Mon 3/109:17 pmCVG - MDW
1 stop21h 29mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/4$466
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/172:19 pmMDW - CVG
2 stops19h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/208:30 amCVG - MDW
3 stops26h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$557

Find flights from Chicago to Cincinnati within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Cincinnati that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 5, 2025.

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Chicago

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Cincinnati

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/12

8:20 am-3:10 pm

2 stops5h 50m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 4/16

4:05 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$137

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/27

8:09 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 4/1

7:04 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$142

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/1

6:00 am-1:52 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 4/8

2:01 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$150

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/18

12:02 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 3/19

4:31 pm-12:44 am

1 stop9h 13m

$150

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/20

10:55 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 3/24

6:23 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$159

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

1:50 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 4/21

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 50m

$167

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/29

9:20 am-1:26 pm

1 stop3h 06m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 4/30

6:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop4h 25m

$177

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/19

4:15 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 4/26

6:15 am-10:23 am

1 stop5h 08m

$177

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/27

8:10 pm-11:07 am

1 stop13h 57m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 3/31

7:20 am-1:38 am

3 stops43h 18m

$241

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/17

2:19 pm-10:32 am

2 stops19h 13m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 4/20

8:30 am-10:09 am

3 stops26h 39m

$557

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Cincinnati in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Cincinnati flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Cincinnati flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Cincinnati flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cincinnati from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Cincinnati

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Cincinnati including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Cincinnati may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from Chicago to Cincinnati in March is currently the most expensive (average of $292). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to CVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Cincinnati. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 5, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Cincinnati, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on January 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Cincinnati flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cincinnati by month

Plan your trip to Cincinnati by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cincinnati ranges from 2.8 - 4.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Cincinnati when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Cincinnati by month

Plan your trip to Cincinnati by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cincinnati, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cincinnati

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cincinnati. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cincinnati. Reviews last updated March 5, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Cincinnati, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,044 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,655 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
751 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Cincinnati. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cincinnati from Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati, you will be flying into Cinci./N. Kentucky. Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city. Cinci./N. Kentucky is the only Cincinnati airport and it handles 15 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 3 airlines have flights to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Cincinnati round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Cincinnati round-trip from $137. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $142, and Frontier, from $150. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati for 53% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Cincinnati are Southwest ($49), United Airlines ($49), and Frontier ($75).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    Before booking your flight to Cincinnati from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (89%), Republic Airways (87%), Turkish Airlines( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati is generally $279, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $83. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky), you can expect to pay $97 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Cincinnati that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Cincinnati flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Cincinnati.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Cincinnati by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from Chicago to Cincinnati in March is currently the most expensive (average of $292). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Cincinnati

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Cincinnati. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$107Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$153Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$234Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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