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$72+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati (PHL - 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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CVG
Apr 1 — Apr 81
Wed 4/1
Wed 4/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 2, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:10 pm
PHL
-
CVG
1 stop23h 26m
Frontier
Mon 4/275:20 pm
CVG
-
PHL
1 stop17h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$153
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/239:17 am
PHL
-
CVG
1 stop8h 16m
Frontier
Thu 4/236:44 pm
CVG
-
PHL
1 stop6h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 4/139:10 pm
PHL
-
CVG
1 stop12h 12m
Frontier
Mon 4/203:32 pm
CVG
-
PHL
1 stop8h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 2/27$161
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/247:37 pm
PHL
-
CVG
1 stop18h 07m
Frontier
Mon 4/273:32 pm
CVG
-
PHL
1 stop8h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 2/27$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Wed 4/2911:40 am
PHL
-
CVG
1 stop26h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/37:26 pm
CVG
-
PHL
1 stop12h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1011:52 am
PHL
-
CVG
1 stop6h 41m
Frontier
Tue 3/177:41 pm
CVG
-
PHL
1 stop5h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 5/75:05 am
PHL
-
CVG
1 stop6h 50m
Frontier
Sun 5/107:43 pm
CVG
-
PHL
1 stop12h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/1$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/235:05 am
PHL
-
CVG
1 stop12h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/266:53 pm
CVG
-
PHL
1 stop27h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28$191
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2410:38 pm
PHL
-
CVG
1 stop15h 06m
Frontier
Sun 4/265:20 pm
CVG
-
PHL
1 stop20h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 4/287:56 pm
PHL
-
CVG
1 stop27h 24m
Frontier
Sun 5/37:26 pm
CVG
-
PHL
1 stop12h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/1$193

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 March 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$153
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$467

Good round-trip deal

$400 or less

Good one-way deal

$402 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaCincinnati

PHL - CVG

PHLCVG

Philadelphia

Thu 5/7

12:20 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 5/10

6:40 am-1:25 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$397

PhiladelphiaCincinnati

PHL - CVG

PHLCVG

Philadelphia

Mon 4/13

12:20 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 4/20

9:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$397

PhiladelphiaCincinnati

PHL - CVG

PHLCVG

Philadelphia

Tue 8/11

10:38 am-3:38 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 8/16

7:59 pm-1:01 am

1 stop5h 02m

$400

PhiladelphiaCincinnati

PHL - CVG

PHLCVG

Philadelphia

Sat 3/28

5:10 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 4/4

2:08 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$400

PhiladelphiaCincinnati

PHL - CVG

PHLCVG

Philadelphia

Wed 8/12

2:27 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 8/16

7:59 pm-1:01 am

1 stop5h 02m

$400

PhiladelphiaCincinnati

PHL - CVG

PHLCVG

Philadelphia

Mon 3/30

7:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 4/4

2:08 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$400

PhiladelphiaCincinnati

PHL - CVG

PHLCVG

Philadelphia

Wed 4/1

6:15 am-3:30 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 4/3

6:35 am-4:45 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$403

PhiladelphiaCincinnati

PHL - CVG

PHLCVG

Philadelphia

Fri 5/8

11:10 am-9:50 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 5/10

8:35 am-6:25 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$427

PhiladelphiaCincinnati

PHL - CVG

PHLCVG

Philadelphia

Fri 5/29

11:10 am-9:50 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 5/31

6:40 am-1:25 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$427

PhiladelphiaCincinnati

PHL - CVG

PHLCVG

Philadelphia

Fri 4/24

12:20 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 4/26

8:35 am-6:25 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$427

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Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Philadelphia-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Cincinnati flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cincinnati from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on February 27, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati (average of $60). Flying from Philadelphia to Cincinnati in September is currently the most expensive (average of $153). 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 PHL to CVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 2, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Philadelphia to Cincinnati in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Cincinnati flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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 March 2, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Philadelphia 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
8.0
Very good
4,307 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

DEN - BDL

Weird they cancelled a direct and rerouted me on a connecting flight to get in 10 hours later. What was the point? Crew and flight were great, but not sure what's going on with Southwest.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,307 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,307 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

DEN - BDL

Weird they cancelled a direct and rerouted me on a connecting flight to get in 10 hours later. What was the point? Crew and flight were great, but not sure what's going on with Southwest.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,307 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

DEN - BDL

Weird they cancelled a direct and rerouted me on a connecting flight to get in 10 hours later. What was the point? Crew and flight were great, but not sure what's going on with Southwest.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,369 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,307 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

DEN - BDL

Weird they cancelled a direct and rerouted me on a connecting flight to get in 10 hours later. What was the point? Crew and flight were great, but not sure what's going on with Southwest.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,039 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,307 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

DEN - BDL

Weird they cancelled a direct and rerouted me on a connecting flight to get in 10 hours later. What was the point? Crew and flight were great, but not sure what's going on with Southwest.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to Cincinnati. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

    To fly from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, you need to book a flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG). Nonstop flights to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky from Philadelphia take 1h 57m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 7 outbound flights from Philadelphia to Cinci./N. Kentucky offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to Cincinnati flight route?

    Within the past month, 2 users have taken a look at flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

    Departing from Philadelphia to Cincinnati will take you 5h. There are 505 mi between Philadelphia and Cincinnati. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Philadelphia to Cincinnati is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $144 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at $204 and $258 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 65% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $81. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Philadelphia to Cincinnati for a low price.

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

    Consider Piedmont Airlines (96%), American Airlines (86%) or Qatar Airways (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Cincinnati.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati? While on average our users pay $469, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $341. The most popular route (Philadelphia - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky), is priced around $178.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati (average of $60). Flying from Philadelphia to Cincinnati in September is currently the most expensive (average of $153). 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$144Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$204Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$360Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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