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$86+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Cincinnati (RDU - 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CVG
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky are usually found in August or July, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$178
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$86
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$293

Good round-trip deal

$369 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:00 amRDU - CVG
1 stop4h 17mFrontier
Sun 5/185:30 amCVG - RDU
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$178
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 6/57:00 pmRDU - CVG
2 stops28h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/98:15 amCVG - RDU
1 stop6h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3012:49 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/76:51 amCVG - RDU
1 stop3h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/306:00 amRDU - CVG
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Sun 9/75:50 amCVG - RDU
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/36:15 amRDU - CVG
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/37:42 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/202:45 pmRDU - CVG
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Sun 6/225:45 amCVG - RDU
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Deal found 4/29$349
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/109:38 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop11h 45mBreeze Airways
Thu 5/158:45 pmCVG - RDU
2 stops14h 02mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/29$604

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Cincinnati that are best for you.

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RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/15

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 5/18

5:30 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 49m

$178

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/5

7:00 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops28h 38m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 6/9

8:15 am-2:58 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$260

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/30

12:49 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 9/7

6:51 am-10:02 am

1 stop3h 11m

$263

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 9/7

5:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 15m

$278

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/3

6:15 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 6/3

7:42 pm-12:02 am

1 stop4h 20m

$284

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/21

2:40 pm-4:17 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 7/28

3:15 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$339

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/10

9:38 pm-9:23 am

1 stop11h 45m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/15

8:45 pm-10:47 am

2 stops14h 02m

$604

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/21

8:00 am-6:34 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$86

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/10

5:25 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$127

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/14

8:16 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 10m

$145

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Cincinnati in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 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 Raleigh-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Cincinnati flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Cincinnati flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Cincinnati

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cincinnati from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Cincinnati

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to Cincinnati, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 April 30, 2025.

When flying from Raleigh 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 42% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Cincinnati flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cincinnati by month

Plan your trip to Cincinnati by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cincinnati ranges from 2.8 - 4.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Cincinnati when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Cincinnati by month

Plan your trip to Cincinnati by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cincinnati, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta from Raleigh to Cincinnati to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this Raleigh to Cincinnati flight route?

    This flight path from Raleigh-Durham to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $178, Frontier will fly you from Raleigh to Cincinnati and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $263 and $278, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $86 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $127 and American Airlines from $145 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Raleigh to Cincinnati on time: Endeavor Airlines (87%), Delta (78%), SkyWest Airlines (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Cincinnati?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Cincinnati? While on average our users pay $439, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $198. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky), is priced around $205.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$41Average$122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$148Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$154Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$203Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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