$79+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati (SFO - 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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CVG
Jan 8 — Jan 151
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Cincinnati
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to CincinnatiExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 9, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 9, 2025.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/156:00 amSFO - CVG
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Sat 12/209:30 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/8![Frontier logo]()
$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/156:00 amSFO - CVG
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Thu 12/187:16 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/8![Frontier logo]()
$274
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/156:00 amSFO - CVG
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Mon 12/228:20 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop19h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/8![Frontier logo]()
$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/912:50 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/158:20 pmCVG - SFO
2 stops31h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$286
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Mon 12/156:00 amSFO - CVG
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Sun 12/217:16 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/7![Frontier logo]()
$288
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sun 12/146:30 amSFO - CVG
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Sat 12/209:30 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/7![Frontier logo]()
$292
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/112:13 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop6h 45mFrontier
Sat 12/209:30 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/9![Frontier logo]()
$304
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/912:50 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/122:23 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$315
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.
Tue 12/304:07 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop20h 08mFrontier
Mon 1/56:10 amCVG - SFO
1 stop21h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/9![Frontier logo]()
$322
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Cincinnati
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 9, 2025.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $238 (Priceline) |
One-way from | $79 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $487 |
Good round-trip deal | $260 or less |
Good one-way deal | $138 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati that are best for you.
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Fly to
Cincinnati
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoCincinnati
SFO - CVG
SFOCVG
San Francisco
Tue 1/6
6:00 am-7:04 pm
1 stop10h 04m
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Tue 1/13
6:45 am-1:38 pm
1 stop9h 53m
$283
San FranciscoCincinnati
SFO - CVG
SFOCVG
San Francisco
Tue 2/17
9:32 pm-8:39 pm
2 stops20h 07m
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Thu 2/19
8:09 am-2:02 pm
1 stop8h 53m
$316
San FranciscoCincinnati
SFO - CVG
SFOCVG
San Francisco
Mon 3/9
6:05 am-7:03 pm
1 stop9h 58m
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Thu 3/19
6:30 am-4:04 pm
1 stop12h 34m
$333
San FranciscoCincinnati
SFO - CVG
SFOCVG
San Francisco
Fri 1/16
6:00 am-7:04 pm
1 stop10h 04m
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Mon 1/19
6:45 am-1:43 pm
1 stop9h 58m
$333
San FranciscoCincinnati
SFO - CVG
SFOCVG
San Francisco
Tue 2/17
5:50 am-8:15 pm
2 stops11h 25m
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Thu 2/19
1:20 pm-10:15 pm
2 stops11h 55m
$347
San FranciscoCincinnati
SFO - CVG
SFOCVG
San Francisco
Mon 12/15
6:00 am-7:10 pm
1 stop10h 10m
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Tue 12/16
11:57 am-12:24 am
2 stops15h 27m
$353
San FranciscoCincinnati
SFO - CVG
SFOCVG
San Francisco
Fri 12/12
10:49 am-9:23 pm
1 stop7h 34m
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Thu 12/18
7:16 pm-12:24 am
1 stop8h 08m
$353
San FranciscoCincinnati
SFO - CVG
SFOCVG
San Francisco
Thu 3/5
8:50 am-9:30 pm
2 stops9h 40m
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Sun 3/8
8:50 am-5:05 pm
2 stops11h 15m
$359
San FranciscoCincinnati
SFO - CVG
SFOCVG
San Francisco
Thu 2/12
9:05 am-10:35 pm
2 stops10h 30m
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Mon 2/16
2:45 pm-12:05 am
2 stops12h 20m
$374
San FranciscoCincinnati
SFO - CVG
SFOCVG
San Francisco
Sun 3/8
6:05 am-7:03 pm
1 stop9h 58m
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Fri 3/20
8:10 am-12:55 pm
1 stop7h 45m
$390
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Cincinnati in December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Cincinnati flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-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 Francisco to Cincinnati
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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Cincinnati
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Cincinnati?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.
Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Cincinnati?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cincinnati (average of $112). Flying from San Francisco to Cincinnati in June is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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 SFO to CVG?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 9, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Cincinnati in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.
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 9, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Cincinnati have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.4
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Food
6.7
Comfort
8.2
Overall
8.2
Reviews
1 / 15
8.0
ExcellentLyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
Boarding
8.4
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Food
6.7
Comfort
8.2
Overall
8.2
Reviews
1 / 15
8.0
ExcellentLyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
Boarding
8.4
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Food
6.7
Comfort
8.2
Overall
8.2
Reviews
1 / 15
8.0
ExcellentLyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
Boarding
8.4
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Food
6.7
Comfort
8.2
Overall
8.2
Reviews
1 / 15
8.0
ExcellentLyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
Boarding
8.4
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Food
6.7
Comfort
8.2
Overall
8.2
Reviews
1 / 15
8.0
ExcellentLyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
Boarding
8.4
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
8.8
Food
6.7
Comfort
8.2
Overall
8.2
Reviews
1 / 15
8.0
ExcellentLyle,Dec 2025
BDL - RSW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$156 | Average$264 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$355 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$245 | Average$390 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$250 | Average$385 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$427 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$282 | Average$455 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$304 | Average$476 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |