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$85+ 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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CVG
Feb 15 — Feb 221
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The best prices from San Francisco to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky are usually found in September or August, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 February 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$220
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$85
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$368

Good round-trip deal

$312 or less

Good one-way deal

$96 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
One-way flight from San Francisco to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati
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 February 10, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:00 amSFO - CVG
1 stop16h 58mFrontier
Mon 3/247:51 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop25h 21mFrontier
Deal found 2/8$220
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2012:33 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 32mBreeze Airways
Tue 7/229:36 amCVG - SFO
Nonstop5h 12mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/10$281
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/247:54 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/189:36 amCVG - SFO
Nonstop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$301
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/279:05 amSFO - CVG
1 stop7h 19mSun Country Air
Thu 7/317:00 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop16h 08mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/9$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/412:32 amSFO - CVG
1 stop9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/121:47 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop12h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/10$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1412:47 amSFO - CVG
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Wed 4/234:29 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 2/9$317
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/58:20 amSFO - CVG
1 stop30h 14mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/126:34 pmCVG - SFO
2 stops17h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$348
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/115:00 amSFO - CVG
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Tue 3/184:35 pmCVG - SFO
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/9$372
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1711:20 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/206:00 amCVG - SFO
1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/10$525

Find flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati within your budget

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 February 10, 2025.

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San FranciscoCincinnati

SFO - CVG

SFOCVG

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

6:00 am-1:58 am

1 stop16h 58m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 3/24

7:51 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop25h 21m

$220

San FranciscoCincinnati

SFO - CVG

SFOCVG

San Francisco

Sun 7/27

9:05 am-7:24 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 7/31

7:00 pm-8:08 am

1 stop16h 08m

$305

San FranciscoCincinnati

SFO - CVG

SFOCVG

San Francisco

Fri 3/28

6:00 am-1:58 am

1 stop16h 58m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 3/30

7:00 am-10:51 pm

1 stop18h 51m

$309

San FranciscoCincinnati

SFO - CVG

SFOCVG

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

12:47 am-10:12 am

1 stop6h 25m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 4/23

4:29 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$317

San FranciscoCincinnati

SFO - CVG

SFOCVG

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

12:47 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 48m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 4/21

3:30 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$343

San FranciscoCincinnati

SFO - CVG

SFOCVG

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

5:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 3/18

4:35 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$372

San FranciscoCincinnati

SFO - CVG

SFOCVG

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

12:33 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/8

9:36 am-11:48 am

Nonstop5h 12m

$383

San FranciscoCincinnati

SFO - CVG

SFOCVG

San Francisco

Fri 3/14

6:00 am-5:49 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 3/17

6:34 pm-9:50 am

2 stops18h 16m

$416

San FranciscoCincinnati

SFO - CVG

SFOCVG

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

11:59 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops13h 58m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 4/2

7:30 am-1:36 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$450

San FranciscoCincinnati

SFO - CVG

SFOCVG

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

7:52 pm-5:55 am

1 stop7h 03m

$85

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 San Francisco-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 February 7, 2025.

Booking 43 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 February 10, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Cincinnati in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Cincinnati?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on February 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Cincinnati flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 February 10, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from San Francisco to Cincinnati to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time