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$73+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CVG
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Cincinnati

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Cincinnati flight deals. Data was last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$144
(Priceline)

One-way from

$73
(Priceline)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$291

Good round-trip deal

$177 or less

Good one-way deal

$97 or less
From Illinois to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 9/136:15 amMDW - CVG
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Sat 9/205:44 pmCVG - MDW
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$144
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:00 amORD - CVG
1 stop9h 33mFrontier
Mon 11/312:52 pmCVG - ORD
1 stop5h 04mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$144
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1311:07 amSTL - CVG
1 stop5h 03mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:30 amCVG - STL
1 stop7h 58mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$144
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Mon 9/1510:25 amORD - CVG
1 stop6h 13mFrontier
Mon 9/223:54 pmCVG - ORD
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$146
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:00 amORD - CVG
1 stop9h 33mFrontier
Sun 11/25:10 amCVG - ORD
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$150
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:23 amORD - CVG
1 stop6h 35mFrontier
Sun 11/25:10 amCVG - ORD
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$152
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/410:13 amMDW - CVG
1 stop12h 46mFrontier
Sat 9/65:44 pmCVG - MDW
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$155
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:10 amORD - CVG
1 stop11h 28mFrontier
Fri 9/53:58 pmCVG - ORD
1 stop9h 00mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$155
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1110:13 amMDW - CVG
1 stop12h 46mFrontier
Mon 9/151:21 pmCVG - MDW
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$156
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/115:10 amORD - CVG
1 stop11h 28mFrontier
Mon 9/153:54 pmCVG - ORD
1 stop19h 46mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$156
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/146:30 amMDW - CVG
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Sat 9/205:44 pmCVG - MDW
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$157
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:11 amORD - CVG
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Sun 11/212:01 pmCVG - ORD
1 stop12h 43mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$157

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Cincinnati that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Cincinnati

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/13

6:15 am-4:39 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 9/20

5:44 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$144

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/1

6:20 am-4:33 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 11/3

12:52 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$144

St. LouisCincinnati

STL - CVG

STLCVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/13

11:07 am-5:10 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 11/16

10:30 am-5:28 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$144

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

6:00 am-4:33 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 11/3

12:52 pm-4:56 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$144

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

10:25 am-5:38 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 10/5

6:23 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$146

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

10:25 am-5:38 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 9/22

3:54 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$146

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

9:23 am-4:58 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 11/3

12:52 pm-4:56 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$146

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

6:00 am-4:33 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 11/2

5:10 am-12:26 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$150

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

9:23 am-4:58 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 11/2

5:10 am-12:26 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$152

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/15

6:20 am-5:38 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 9/22

3:54 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$155

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Cincinnati

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 August 18, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Cincinnati as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Cincinnati

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 August 18, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to CVG are scheduled on a Monday (69 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Most people fly into Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) if they book a flight to Cincinnati from Illinois. Cinci./N. Kentucky is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from Cincinnati’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Cincinnati?

    A quick flight from Illinois to Cincinnati can take about 5h 56m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $239. Illinois and Cincinnati are separated by a distance of 350 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Illinois to Cincinnati consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky, Chicago Midway - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky or Lambert-St Louis - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider GoJet (100%), Republic Airways (76%) or Finnair (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Cincinnati.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Cincinnati?

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Cincinnati is $88. On average you can expect to pay $265. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky), can usually be booked for $192.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from Illinois 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 4 airlines flying from Illinois to Cincinnati

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$144Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$149Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$229Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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