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$56+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Cincinnati (SAN - 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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CVG
feb. 7 — feb. 141
sáb. 2/7
sáb. 2/14
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Cincinnati

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 enero 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$131
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$56
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$346
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 8, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
jue. 2/266:25 amSAN - CVG
1 stop14h 17mFrontier
sáb. 2/287:23 pmCVG - SAN
1 stop20h 24mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
vie. 2/278:35 amSAN - CVG
1 stop12h 07mFrontier
sáb. 2/287:23 pmCVG - SAN
1 stop20h 24mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
jue. 2/266:25 amSAN - CVG
1 stop14h 17mFrontier
dom. 3/18:44 pmCVG - SAN
1 stop25h 51mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
vie. 2/136:25 amSAN - CVG
1 stop14h 17mFrontier
dom. 2/157:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop27h 40mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$141
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
lun. 2/239:50 amSAN - CVG
1 stop12h 09mFrontier
lun. 3/27:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop6h 45mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
vie. 2/278:20 pmSAN - CVG
1 stop19h 06mFrontier
lun. 3/27:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop20h 08mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
vie. 2/278:35 amSAN - CVG
1 stop12h 07mFrontier
dom. 3/18:44 pmCVG - SAN
1 stop25h 51mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
lun. 2/238:20 pmSAN - CVG
2 stops14h 50mFrontier
sáb. 2/287:23 pmCVG - SAN
1 stop20h 24mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
jue. 2/266:25 amSAN - CVG
1 stop14h 17mFrontier
vie. 2/276:42 pmCVG - SAN
1 stop18h 44mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
jue. 2/511:49 amSAN - CVG
1 stop30h 04mFrontier
jue. 2/126:42 pmCVG - SAN
1 stop17h 08mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$163

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 enero 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Cincinnati that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Cincinnati

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

vie. 2/20

6:25 am-11:42 pm

1 stop14h 17m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

vie. 2/27

7:00 am-12:08 am

1 stop20h 08m

$177

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

vie. 2/6

6:30 am-8:53 pm

1 stop11h 23m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

lun. 2/9

1:45 pm-12:08 am

1 stop13h 23m

$199

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

mar. 2/10

7:25 am-5:35 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

mar. 2/17

6:35 am-12:50 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$200

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

jue. 2/19

6:25 am-5:54 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

lun. 2/23

7:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop6h 45m

$201

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

jue. 2/26

6:20 am-4:21 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

mar. 3/10

8:37 am-2:18 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$215

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

sáb. 2/7

10:34 am-4:12 pm

2 stops26h 38m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

sáb. 2/14

7:23 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop27h 02m

$235

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

vie. 2/13

6:25 am-11:42 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$74

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

dom. 2/15

6:25 am-11:42 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$74

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

mié. 3/25

6:25 am-2:24 pm

1 stop28h 59m

$85

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

vie. 3/6

9:18 pm-11:46 am

1 stop11h 28m

$90

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Cincinnati in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice 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 San Diego-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Cincinnati flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Cincinnati flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Cincinnati

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cincinnati from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Cincinnati

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Cincinnati is 69 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 San Diego to Cincinnati?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cincinnati (average of $71). Flying from San Diego to Cincinnati in April is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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.

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 enero 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Cincinnati, such as Breeze Airways, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,031 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,142 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,095 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,061 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to Cincinnati flight route?

    The San Diego to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky flight path was viewed by 3 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 San Diego to Cincinnati?

    Airlines like Frontier and Southwest fly from San Diego to Cincinnati in about 7h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 07m. The distance between San Diego and Cincinnati is about 1861 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Breeze Airways ($122), Frontier ($163), and United Airlines ($256) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Cincinnati. Breeze Airways is 67% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Cincinnati are Frontier ($69), Breeze Airways ($107), and Southwest ($123).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Cincinnati?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Cincinnati?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cincinnati (average of $71). Flying from San Diego to Cincinnati in April is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Cincinnati

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 enero 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$122Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$164Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$263Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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