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$72+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati (CVG) to Chicago (CHI)

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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CVG — CHI
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Wed 4/22
Wed 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Mon 4/1312:19 pm
CVG
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MDW
1 stop11h 00m
Frontier
Thu 4/166:00 am
MDW
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CVG
1 stop10h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$173
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 4/138:20 pm
CVG
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 4/1412:50 pm
MDW
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$174
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Mon 4/137:46 pm
CVG
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 4/148:57 pm
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/18$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Fri 4/177:46 pm
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop16h 47m
Frontier
Mon 4/205:50 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop11h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$175
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/1412:00 pm
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop5h 18m
Delta
Wed 5/139:25 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop3h 02m
Delta
Deal found 3/19$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 4/188:00 am
CVG
-
MDW
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Sun 4/196:00 am
MDW
-
CVG
1 stop10h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/18:38 pm
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop10h 30m
Frontier
Sun 5/35:50 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop11h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 4/1312:19 pm
CVG
-
MDW
1 stop11h 00m
Frontier
Fri 4/179:14 am
MDW
-
CVG
1 stop13h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$181
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 5/18:38 pm
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop10h 30m
Frontier
Fri 5/89:42 pm
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop13h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$181
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Sat 4/1811:00 am
CVG
-
MDW
1 stop6h 00m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 am
MDW
-
CVG
1 stop11h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$182
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Thu 4/166:00 am
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop6h 21m
Frontier
Mon 4/205:48 pm
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$182
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Sat 4/188:00 am
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop8h 23m
Frontier
Mon 4/205:48 pm
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$183

Find flight deals from Cincinnati to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cincinnati (CVG) to Chicago (CHI). 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 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$173
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$261

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cincinnati to Chicago 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 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cincinnati to Chicago that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 4/14

8:30 am-9:06 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/27

2:50 pm-5:14 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$174

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - MDW

CVGMDW

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 4/14

8:35 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/27

2:10 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$189
Quickest round-trip

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - MDW

CVGMDW

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 4/16

8:20 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/23

1:00 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$191

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 4/9

8:30 am-9:06 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/11

6:59 am-9:18 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$191

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 4/20

8:30 am-9:06 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

9:30 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$191

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 4/13

9:12 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

9:30 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$191

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - MDW

CVGMDW

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 5/9

8:45 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/11

3:50 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$201

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 5/8

12:46 pm-12:27 am

2 stops12h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

11:51 am-11:41 am

1 stop22h 50m

$206

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 4/16

8:14 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

5:15 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$211

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 5/16

3:53 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/18

7:00 am-1:27 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$211

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cincinnati to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cincinnati to Chicago. 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 Chicago?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Chicago (average of $77). Flying from Cincinnati to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Cincinnati to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 23, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from Cincinnati to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cincinnati to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Cincinnati to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Cincinnati to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 23, 2026.

The most flights from CVG to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cincinnati to Chicago?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated March 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Cincinnati to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,462 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,486 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,020 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cincinnati to Chicago. 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 from for flights from Cincinnati to Chicago?

    For a flight from Cincinnati to Chicago, you will be flying from 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 55 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 3 airlines have flights to Chicago from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Cincinnati to Chicago?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Southwest fly from Cincinnati to Chicago in about 1h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Cincinnati and Chicago is about 249 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $164, United Airlines will fly you from Cincinnati to Chicago and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $169 and $204, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $64. American Airlines flights start at $75 while deals on United Airlines start at $88 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cincinnati to Chicago?

    The most popular route from Cincinnati to Chicago is Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Chicago Midway or Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Chicago Greater Rockford.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cincinnati to Chicago consider choosing Republic Airways (77%), Emirates (67%) or Envoy Air (66%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Cincinnati to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,021, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $128. The most popular route (Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $157.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Chicago (average of $77). Flying from Cincinnati to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 Cincinnati to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cincinnati to Chicago. 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 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$164Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$169Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$204Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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