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$64+ 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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CVG
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky are usually found in July or March, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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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 December 12, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:14 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop14h 33mFrontier
Mon 12/225:00 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop23h 51mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$208
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/221:15 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Tue 12/232:50 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/153:03 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Sat 12/201:53 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$238
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/168:14 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop21h 30mFrontier
Thu 12/182:50 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/221:15 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Mon 12/229:26 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$263
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/291:15 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Thu 1/12:50 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$264
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/153:03 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Wed 12/1711:57 amCVG - RDU
1 stop20h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$272
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/116:00 amRDU - CVG
1 stop4h 49mFrontier
Sun 1/117:41 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop4h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$277
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/194:30 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop5h 32mFrontier
Sat 12/206:00 amCVG - RDU
1 stop11h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$280
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:14 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop14h 33mFrontier
Thu 1/12:50 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$283
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/1211:13 amRDU - CVG
1 stop5h 10mFrontier
Fri 12/197:24 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop4h 49mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/149:49 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop21h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1611:57 amCVG - RDU
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$291

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Cincinnati

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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$128
(Frontier)

One-way from

$64
(Priceline)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$379

Good round-trip deal

$426 or less

Good one-way deal

$478 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 December 12, 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

Sat 1/24

7:01 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop28h 28m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 1/31

9:00 am-7:20 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$128

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/22

6:10 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 45m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 1/26

1:22 pm-12:11 am

1 stop10h 49m

$128

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/22

9:36 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 24m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 1/27

4:23 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop24h 07m

$163

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/23

6:10 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 45m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 1/26

4:21 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$166

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/23

6:10 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 45m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 1/27

4:23 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop24h 07m

$177

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/22

9:36 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 24m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 1/27

9:00 am-11:51 pm

2 stops14h 51m

$184

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/1

8:14 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop27h 36m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 1/15

6:55 am-6:44 pm

1 stop11h 49m

$187

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/9

10:20 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 1/10

9:00 am-8:01 pm

1 stop11h 01m

$197

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/8

1:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 1/11

5:05 am-3:53 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$197

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/18

1:25 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 12/20

1:53 pm-12:08 am

1 stop10h 15m

$238

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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.
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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 December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to Cincinnati, you should look to book at least 27 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Cincinnati (average of $54). Flying from Raleigh to Cincinnati in April is currently the most expensive (average of $146). 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 December 12, 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 in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 82% versus a flight in the morning.

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 December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Cincinnati flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Cincinnati, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Cincinnati?

    Frontier can get you from Raleigh to Cincinnati in just under 28h 28m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Raleigh to Cincinnati is about 389 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $111, 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 Southwest and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $196 and $247, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 71% 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 $54 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $97 and American Airlines from $114 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Cincinnati?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Cincinnati? While on average our users pay $489, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $171. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky), is priced around $179.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Cincinnati (average of $54). Flying from Raleigh to Cincinnati in April is currently the most expensive (average of $146). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$124Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$312Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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