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$70+ 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CVG
Apr 19 — Apr 261
Sun 4/19
Sun 4/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Cincinnati

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 March 20, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:23 pm
STL
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CVG
1 stop21h 13m
Frontier
Fri 5/812:46 pm
CVG
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STL
1 stop21h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Thu 4/1611:25 am
STL
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CVG
1 stop5h 08m
Frontier
Thu 4/236:44 pm
CVG
-
STL
1 stop13h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$187
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/178:39 am
STL
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CVG
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
Mon 4/205:20 pm
CVG
-
STL
1 stop6h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/136:10 pm
ORD
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CVG
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/207:46 pm
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop14h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Tue 5/126:33 pm
STL
-
CVG
1 stop16h 08m
Frontier
Tue 5/1912:12 pm
CVG
-
STL
1 stop6h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Sat 4/182:15 pm
MDW
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CVG
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Mon 4/204:00 pm
CVG
-
MDW
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/17$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 4/96:59 am
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 24m
United Airlines
Mon 4/136:15 pm
CVG
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$211
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/67:15 pm
MDW
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CVG
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Tue 4/77:05 am
CVG
-
MDW
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/245:50 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop11h 46m
Frontier
Sun 4/266:53 pm
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop17h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Tue 4/147:14 pm
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Thu 4/165:00 am
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop6h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/148:52 am
ORD
-
CVG
2 stops7h 20m
Delta
Tue 4/216:17 pm
CVG
-
ORD
1 stop5h 04m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$216
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/75:37 pm
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 29m
American Airlines
Wed 4/85:00 am
CVG
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$217

Find flight deals from Illinois to Cincinnati

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Cincinnati flight deals. Data was last updated March 20, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$169
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$394

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$140 or less
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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 March 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Cincinnati that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/29

5:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 5/6

5:50 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$211

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/1

7:00 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 5/5

7:35 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$229

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

7:00 am-1:27 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/21

8:10 am-1:01 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$235

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/19

7:50 am-5:05 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/21

6:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$240

St. LouisCincinnati

STL - CVG

STLCVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 6/4

4:19 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 6/7

8:36 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop23h 47m

$246

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/1

1:36 pm-12:11 am

2 stops9h 35m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 5/5

1:36 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops8h 04m

$259

ChicagoCincinnati

ORD - CVG

ORDCVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

1:00 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 4/25

2:08 pm-2:44 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$271

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/9

7:40 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 05m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 5/10

6:40 am-12:10 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$275

ChicagoCincinnati

MDW - CVG

MDWCVG

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/2

4:20 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop3h 25m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 5/3

6:45 am-12:10 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$285

St. LouisCincinnati

STL - CVG

STLCVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/12

1:45 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 5/19

7:05 am-3:15 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$285

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Cincinnati (average of $98). Flying from Illinois to Cincinnati in July is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 March 20, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Illinois to Cincinnati is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Cincinnati flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons 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.

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 March 20, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to CVG are scheduled on a Thursday (62 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 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 4h 55m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $211. Illinois and Cincinnati are separated by a distance of 249 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $39 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $83 and $83, respectively.

  • 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 Republic Airways (73%), Turkish Airlines (67%) or Envoy Air (64%) 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 $85. On average you can expect to pay $404. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky), can usually be booked for $174.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Cincinnati (average of $98). Flying from Illinois to Cincinnati in July is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 Illinois to Cincinnati

Discover the top 3 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 March 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$145Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$151Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$204Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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