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$142+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Cincinnati (SMF - 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CVG
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky are usually found in January or September, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Cincinnati

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$219
(Frontier)

One-way from

$142
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$428
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Fri 4/257:54 pmSMF - CVG
1 stop6h 52mFrontier
Thu 5/17:51 pmCVG - SMF
1 stop19h 37mFrontier
Deal found 4/14$219
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Wed 5/147:37 pmSMF - CVG
1 stop22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/196:00 amCVG - SMF
2 stops30h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/1310:30 pmSMF - CVG
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Tue 5/276:30 pmCVG - SMF
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/14$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Fri 5/1611:59 pmSMF - CVG
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/205:21 amCVG - SMF
2 stops9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/13$341
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:30 amSMF - CVG
1 stop8h 11mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/106:41 pmCVG - SMF
1 stop8h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/14$350
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 6/288:50 pmSMF - CVG
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
Wed 7/93:30 pmCVG - SMF
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/14$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Fri 5/168:30 pmSMF - CVG
2 stops10h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2011:18 amCVG - SMF
2 stops12h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/13$436

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 April 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Cincinnati that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Cincinnati

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoCincinnati

SMF - CVG

SMFCVG

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/25

7:54 pm-5:46 am

1 stop6h 52m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/1

7:51 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop19h 37m

$219

SacramentoCincinnati

SMF - CVG

SMFCVG

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

7:37 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop22h 46m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 5/19

6:00 am-9:46 am

2 stops30h 46m

$295

SacramentoCincinnati

SMF - CVG

SMFCVG

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/13

10:30 pm-11:06 am

1 stop9h 36m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 5/27

6:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$313

SacramentoCincinnati

SMF - CVG

SMFCVG

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/16

11:59 pm-10:52 am

1 stop7h 53m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 5/20

5:21 am-12:07 pm

2 stops9h 46m

$341

SacramentoCincinnati

SMF - CVG

SMFCVG

Sacramento Intl

Sat 6/28

8:50 pm-11:15 am

2 stops11h 25m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 7/9

3:30 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$396

SacramentoCincinnati

SMF - CVG

SMFCVG

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/16

8:30 pm-10:27 am

2 stops10h 57m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 5/20

11:18 am-9:08 pm

2 stops12h 50m

$436

SacramentoCincinnati

SMF - CVG

SMFCVG

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/16

6:37 am-5:40 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 5/19

6:40 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$544

SacramentoCincinnati

SMF - CVG

SMFCVG

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/21

7:37 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$142

SacramentoCincinnati

SMF - CVG

SMFCVG

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/11

1:59 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$157

SacramentoCincinnati

SMF - CVG

SMFCVG

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/21

10:38 am-11:39 pm

2 stops10h 01m

$162

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Cincinnati

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 Sacramento to Cincinnati in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Sacramento-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Cincinnati flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Cincinnati flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to Cincinnati

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cincinnati from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Cincinnati

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Cincinnati. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from Sacramento 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 SMF to CVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 April 15, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sacramento to Cincinnati in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 April 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Cincinnati, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Cincinnati, with prices starting at $219. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $313 and $341, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $157 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from $162 and $191, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Cincinnati?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from Sacramento 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Cincinnati

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$182Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$316Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$351Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$360Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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