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$119+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco (CVG - SFO)

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The best prices from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco are usually found in September or January, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cincinnati (CVG) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 diciembre 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$236
(Frontier)

One-way from

$119
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$408
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From Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 18, 2024.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/231:49 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop21h 03mFrontier
mié. 12/256:00 amSFO - CVG
1 stop27h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
mar. 12/246:20 amCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 19mDelta
mié. 1/112:10 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/17$366
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/231:49 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop11h 28mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/2512:33 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$403
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
mar. 12/242:00 pmCVG - SFO
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
mar. 12/318:15 amSFO - CVG
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$443
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/259:34 amCVG - SFO
Nonstop5h 14mBreeze Airways
mié. 1/112:33 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 36mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/17$537
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/246:14 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/316:26 pmSFO - CVG
2 stops12h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$547
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
mar. 12/247:25 amCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 1/412:59 amSFO - CVG
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$592
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
mar. 12/247:44 pmCVG - SFO
2 stops15h 13mAlaska Airlines
dom. 1/58:34 pmSFO - CVG
2 stops17h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$780

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco 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 diciembre 18, 2024.

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CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

mar. 3/11

7:51 pm-7:06 am

1 stop14h 15m

San Francisco

mié. 3/12

11:12 am-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$236

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

jue. 1/9

6:29 pm-9:11 am

1 stop17h 42m

San Francisco

lun. 1/13

7:00 am-5:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$238

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

jue. 1/9

12:15 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop11h 38m

San Francisco

jue. 1/16

10:54 am-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$244

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

vie. 1/17

4:31 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop9h 42m

San Francisco

lun. 1/20

11:59 pm-9:40 am

1 stop6h 41m

$264

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

vie. 1/17

7:46 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 28m

San Francisco

lun. 1/20

12:40 am-10:20 am

1 stop6h 40m

$276

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

sáb. 1/18

3:33 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop10h 33m

San Francisco

mié. 1/22

12:00 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$298

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

vie. 1/10

1:40 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops11h 55m

San Francisco

dom. 1/19

6:35 am-5:55 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$363

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

mié. 12/25

9:34 am-11:48 am

Nonstop5h 14m

San Francisco

mié. 1/1

12:33 pm-8:09 pm

Nonstop4h 36m

$537

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

mar. 1/7

7:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$119

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

mar. 3/18

7:51 pm-7:06 am

1 stop14h 15m

$128

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cincinnati to San Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice 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 Cincinnati-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cincinnati-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cincinnati-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cincinnati-San Francisco 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 Cincinnati-San Francisco 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 Cincinnati to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 35 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco. 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 Cincinnati to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 CVG to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Cincinnati to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cincinnati to San Francisco at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cincinnati to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 8, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cincinnati to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated diciembre 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Cincinnati to San Francisco 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
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
135 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cincinnati to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this Cincinnati to San Francisco flight route?

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cincinnati to San Francisco is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $236 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $238 and $264 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $119. Frontier flights start at $128 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $169 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco is generally $393, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $163. When looking at the most popular route, (Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $166 for that flight.

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

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

    Most Chicago visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North. Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North can be visited by traveling about 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 mi respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Chicago can rent one for about $60 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Dallas?

    If you're on a layover in Dallas and looking for things to do, consider visiting American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, or Majestic Theatre. Travelers on a layover in Dallas can visit American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre, by traveling 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively after landing at Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $61.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 7 airlines flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco. 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 diciembre 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$158Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$185Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Sun Country AirCheapest$208Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$227Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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