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$83+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CVG
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky are usually found in June or September, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Cincinnati

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$151
(Frontier)

One-way from

$83
(Priceline)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$279
From Houston to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
One-way flight from Houston to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Houston to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/178:40 amIAH - CVG
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Sat 8/1610:20 amCVG - IAH
1 stop8h 31mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$151
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 9/102:33 pmHOU - CVG
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/1311:11 amCVG - HOU
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/306:00 amIAH - CVG
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/66:00 amCVG - IAH
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Tue 7/298:28 pmIAH - CVG
Nonstop2h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/57:00 amCVG - IAH
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Fri 8/1512:41 pmIAH - CVG
1 stop9h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/185:13 pmCVG - IAH
2 stops19h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$233
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 7/305:30 amHOU - CVG
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Tue 8/53:55 pmCVG - HOU
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/28$234
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 7/176:40 pmHOU - CVG
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Tue 7/294:55 pmCVG - HOU
1 stop4h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/30$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 7/145:59 pmIAH - CVG
1 stop5h 31mDelta
Mon 7/287:47 pmCVG - IAH
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/30$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 8/158:02 pmHOU - CVG
2 stops25h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1711:20 amCVG - HOU
1 stop7h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$361

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Cincinnati that are best for you.

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HoustonCincinnati

IAH - CVG

IAHCVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 7/17

8:40 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 8/13

5:40 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$151

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/10

2:33 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 9/13

11:11 am-3:55 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$189

HoustonCincinnati

IAH - CVG

IAHCVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/30

6:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 8/6

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

$203

HoustonCincinnati

IAH - CVG

IAHCVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/29

8:28 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 8/5

7:00 am-8:33 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$209

HoustonCincinnati

IAH - CVG

IAHCVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/15

12:41 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 8/18

5:13 pm-11:50 am

2 stops19h 37m

$233

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 7/30

5:30 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 8/5

3:55 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$234

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/17

6:40 pm-12:30 am

1 stop4h 50m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 7/29

4:55 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$239

HoustonCincinnati

IAH - CVG

IAHCVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/14

5:59 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 31m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 7/28

7:47 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$239

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/15

8:02 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops25h 57m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 8/17

11:20 am-5:24 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$361

HoustonCincinnati

IAH - CVG

IAHCVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/18

2:34 pm-5:59 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$83

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Cincinnati

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston 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 Houston to Cincinnati?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 July 1, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Cincinnati, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 39% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Cincinnati flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 July 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Cincinnati, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cincinnati from Houston?

    Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston to Cincinnati. 5 airlines have flights to Cinci./N. Kentucky from Houston on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Cincinnati, with prices starting at $151. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $189 and $209, respectively. These flights start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to Cincinnati are Frontier ($83), American Airlines ($89), and Delta ($115).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from Houston 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 5 airlines flying from Houston to Cincinnati

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$79Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$132Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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