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$76+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Cincinnati (SAN - CVG)

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SAN — CVG
Mar 21 — Mar 281
Sat 3/21
Sat 3/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Cincinnati
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 4/206:25 am
SAN
-
CVG
1 stop9h 23m
Frontier
Fri 4/248:17 pm
CVG
-
SAN
1 stop29h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/1612:25 pm
SAN
-
CVG
1 stop27h 47m
Frontier
Mon 4/208:38 pm
CVG
-
SAN
1 stop19h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/186:25 am
SAN
-
CVG
1 stop28h 59m
Frontier
Tue 3/247:20 am
CVG
-
SAN
1 stop16h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1612:25 pm
SAN
-
CVG
1 stop27h 47m
Frontier
Thu 4/236:44 pm
CVG
-
SAN
2 stops32h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 2/19$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:55 am
SAN
-
CVG
1 stop9h 28m
Frontier
Mon 4/277:59 pm
CVG
-
SAN
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Tue 5/1212:44 pm
SAN
-
CVG
Nonstop4h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/187:43 pm
CVG
-
SAN
2 stops27h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16$199
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/299:59 pm
SAN
-
CVG
1 stop28h 43m
Frontier
Tue 4/77:20 am
CVG
-
SAN
1 stop11h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$213

Find 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 February 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$161
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$76
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$381
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San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Wed 3/18

6:25 am-2:24 pm

1 stop28h 59m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 3/24

7:20 am-9:14 pm

1 stop16h 54m

$182

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Mon 4/20

6:25 am-6:48 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 4/24

8:17 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops21h 08m

$186

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Thu 4/23

6:55 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 4/27

7:59 pm-12:01 am

1 stop7h 02m

$190

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Thu 4/16

9:00 pm-5:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 4/19

1:10 pm-12:11 am

1 stop14h 01m

$190

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Sun 3/29

9:59 pm-5:42 am

1 stop28h 43m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 4/7

7:20 am-3:36 pm

1 stop11h 16m

$213

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Mon 3/16

9:08 pm-2:24 pm

1 stop14h 16m

$76

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Thu 3/12

9:18 pm-10:48 am

1 stop10h 30m

$79

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Tue 3/17

6:25 am-2:24 pm

1 stop28h 59m

$84

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Wed 3/18

6:25 am-2:24 pm

1 stop28h 59m

$84

San DiegoCincinnati

SAN - CVG

SANCVG

San Diego

Wed 3/25

2:08 pm-12:42 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$100

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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 San Diego to Cincinnati in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
WAYAPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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

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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 February 18, 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 $237). 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 February 19, 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
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,215 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,325 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,321 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,046 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

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 fly from San Diego to Cincinnati in about 28h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between San Diego and Cincinnati is about 1861 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Breeze Airways ($122), Frontier ($164), 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 United Airlines ($128).

  • 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 $237). 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 February 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$122Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$164Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$267Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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