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$79+ 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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CVG
Jun 26 — Jul 31
Fri 6/26
Fri 7/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky are usually found in October or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

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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 May 27, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Tue 6/236:15 pm
MDW
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/307:40 pm
CVG
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/26$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Tue 6/2310:00 pm
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 25m
American Airlines
Tue 6/304:11 pm
CVG
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/26$157
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 6/232:07 pm
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop4h 51m
Delta
Tue 6/306:19 am
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop5h 31m
Delta
Deal found 5/26$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 7/811:25 am
MDW
-
CVG
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Wed 7/157:00 am
CVG
-
MDW
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/26$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 8/278:05 am
MDW
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 8/318:10 am
CVG
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/25$191
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 8/276:50 am
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Mon 8/315:25 am
CVG
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/23$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 10/217:15 am
MDW
-
CVG
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Sat 10/245:55 pm
CVG
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/24$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Wed 8/196:51 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop5h 51m
Delta
Sat 8/228:16 am
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop6h 20m
Delta
Deal found 5/26$194
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2710:02 pm
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Mon 8/313:43 pm
CVG
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/22$195
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 6/175:30 pm
MDW
-
CVG
1 stop4h 35m
Southwest
Wed 6/246:35 pm
CVG
-
MDW
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/23$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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.
Thu 8/277:55 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop12h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/312:20 pm
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$205
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Wed 7/811:40 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop7h 02m
American Airlines
Wed 7/157:07 pm
CVG
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/26$212

Find 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 May 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$353

Good round-trip deal

$176 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($101 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 May 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Cincinnati that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/5

7:40 am-12:35 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 8/10

7:05 am-12:15 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$201

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/14

1:18 pm-5:49 pm

1 stop3h 31m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 7/18

6:25 am-9:08 am

1 stop3h 43m

$215

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/28

7:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 7/28

7:40 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$235
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/23

12:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 9/25

8:10 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$239

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/3

7:05 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 8/6

2:10 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$244

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/23

11:25 am-9:50 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 6/30

7:00 am-1:35 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$269

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/13

7:05 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 7/16

8:25 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$273

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/16

5:30 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 6/19

6:55 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$274

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/25

1:00 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 6/29

6:55 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$283

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/25

7:50 pm-10:24 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 7/31

11:17 am-11:53 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$287

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Cincinnati in May.
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 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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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati (average of $72). Flying from Chicago to Cincinnati in December is currently the most expensive (average of $231). 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 May 27, 2026.

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 in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Cincinnati

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Cincinnati. 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 May 27, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to CVG are scheduled on a Tuesday (74 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

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

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

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 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 May 23, 2026.

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

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 May 27, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Cincinnati by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

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
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

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
9,749 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

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
11,640 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

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 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 56 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 4 airlines have flights to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Cincinnati can take about 1h 34m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $287. The distance from Chicago to Cincinnati is about 265 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Cincinnati round-trip from $145. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $164, and Frontier, from $166. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati for 58% 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 American Airlines ($95), United Airlines ($105), and Southwest ($114).

  • 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: Sun Country Air (100%), Avianca (89%), Japan Airlines( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati is generally $356, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $95. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky), you can expect to pay $157 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati (average of $72). Flying from Chicago to Cincinnati in December is currently the most expensive (average of $231). 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Cincinnati

Discover the top 4 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 May 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$145Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$166Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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