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$70+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Cincinnati (SAN - CVG)

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SAN — CVG
Dec 7 — Dec 141
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The best prices from San Diego to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky are usually found in August or January, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Cincinnati

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 December 2, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$198
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$82
(Cheapflightsfares)
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:56 pmSAN - CVG
1 stop11h 17mFrontier
Fri 1/31:45 pmCVG - SAN
1 stop22h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$198
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/1911:56 amSAN - CVG
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/255:30 amCVG - SAN
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sat 12/2810:30 pmSAN - CVG
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$496
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1610:35 amSAN - CVG
1 stop10h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/189:29 amCVG - SAN
2 stops16h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$509
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Wed 12/256:35 amSAN - CVG
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Mon 12/306:40 pmCVG - SAN
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/1$586
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/146:15 amSAN - CVG
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Tue 12/246:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/1$627

Find flights from San Diego to Cincinnati within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

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San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Mon 12/30

6:56 pm-9:13 am

1 stop11h 17m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 1/3

1:45 pm-9:16 am

1 stop22h 31m

$198

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Wed 1/8

8:55 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops17h 34m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 1/13

2:16 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$212

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Tue 1/28

9:35 am-5:29 pm

1 stop28h 54m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 2/3

6:29 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$242

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Tue 1/28

7:20 am-6:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 2/1

7:00 am-2:24 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$243

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Tue 1/28

12:40 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 2/1

10:21 am-5:25 pm

2 stops10h 04m

$331

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Tue 12/31

10:39 pm-10:28 am

1 stop8h 49m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 1/5

7:25 am-12:41 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$346

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Tue 12/31

8:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 1/5

6:45 am-12:10 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$462

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Thu 1/9

10:35 am-11:50 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$70

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Tue 1/7

7:20 am-6:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$122

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Thu 12/12

6:15 am-7:04 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$163

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Cincinnati in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 San Diego-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Cincinnati flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Cincinnati

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Cincinnati

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Cincinnati is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from San Diego to Cincinnati in March is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 SAN to CVG?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 December 2, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Cincinnati in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Cincinnati?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on November 24, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Cincinnati flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings 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 December 2, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier and United Airlines from San Diego to Cincinnati to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,513 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.3
Good
2,815 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to Cincinnati round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($198), Alaska Airlines ($242), and Delta ($243) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Cincinnati. Frontier is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Cincinnati are Frontier ($82), United Airlines ($183), and Alaska Airlines ($209).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Cincinnati?

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Cincinnati is generally $219, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $165. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky), you can expect to pay $186 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to Cincinnati?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    Most Denver visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre. Travelers on a layover in Denver can visit Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre, by traveling 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively after landing at Denver Intl. Those on a layover in Denver in need of a rental car can book one at Denver Intl for about $59.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to Cincinnati flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Cincinnati?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Cincinnati?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from San Diego to Cincinnati in March is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 San Diego to Cincinnati

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$184Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$230Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$231Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$299Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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