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$98+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA to Cincinnati (SJC - CVG)

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SJC — CVG
Feb 6 — Feb 131
Fri 2/6
Fri 2/13
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 January 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$241
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$98
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$468
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 7, 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.
Mon 4/63:27 pmSJC - CVG
2 stops31h 41mFrontier
Sun 4/128:20 pmCVG - SJC
1 stop25h 53mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$218
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/2610:37 amSJC - CVG
1 stop10h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/298:00 amCVG - SJC
1 stop9h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$233
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1212:25 pmSJC - CVG
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Tue 2/176:55 pmCVG - SJC
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 1/7$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 3/510:34 amSJC - CVG
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Sun 3/88:48 pmCVG - SJC
2 stops25h 37mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$241
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/127:15 amSJC - CVG
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Tue 2/176:35 amCVG - SJC
1 stop10h 02mDelta
Deal found 1/7$244
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.
Sun 4/58:08 pmSJC - CVG
2 stops25h 57mFrontier
Sun 4/128:20 pmCVG - SJC
1 stop25h 53mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$269
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/257:50 pmSJC - CVG
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Fri 3/276:30 amCVG - SJC
1 stop18h 48mDelta
Deal found 1/6$271
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.
Mon 3/97:02 pmSJC - CVG
2 stops40h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/228:00 amCVG - SJC
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$282

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Cincinnati that are best for you.

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San JoseCincinnati

SJC - CVG

SJCCVG

San Jose

Mon 4/6

3:27 pm-2:08 am

2 stops31h 41m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 4/12

8:20 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop25h 53m

$218

San JoseCincinnati

SJC - CVG

SJCCVG

San Jose

Thu 2/12

7:15 am-7:02 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 2/17

6:35 am-1:37 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$244

San JoseCincinnati

SJC - CVG

SJCCVG

San Jose

Mon 3/9

3:25 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop24h 38m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 3/23

6:30 am-10:18 pm

1 stop18h 48m

$244

San JoseCincinnati

SJC - CVG

SJCCVG

San Jose

Thu 3/5

10:34 am-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 3/8

8:48 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop24h 19m

$254

San JoseCincinnati

SJC - CVG

SJCCVG

San Jose

Tue 4/7

7:15 am-7:04 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 4/11

8:05 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$269

San JoseCincinnati

SJC - CVG

SJCCVG

San Jose

Sun 4/5

8:08 pm-1:05 am

2 stops25h 57m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 4/12

8:20 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop25h 53m

$269

San JoseCincinnati

SJC - CVG

SJCCVG

San Jose

Mon 4/6

7:50 pm-5:03 am

1 stop6h 13m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 4/11

8:05 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$288

San JoseCincinnati

SJC - CVG

SJCCVG

San Jose

Thu 2/19

10:16 am-8:39 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 2/21

8:09 am-9:22 am

1 stop28h 13m

$289

San JoseCincinnati

SJC - CVG

SJCCVG

San Jose

Tue 3/24

6:15 am-6:29 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/26

7:29 pm-9:28 am

1 stop16h 59m

$290

San JoseCincinnati

SJC - CVG

SJCCVG

San Jose

Sun 3/8

8:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 3/23

7:29 pm-6:11 pm

1 stop25h 42m

$294

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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 Jose 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
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 San Jose, California-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Jose, California-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Cincinnati flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-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 Jose, California-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 Jose to Cincinnati

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Cincinnati

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Cincinnati?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Cincinnati (average of $112). Flying from San Jose, California 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.

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 January 7, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Jose to Cincinnati. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,139 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,095 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,062 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Cincinnati. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Cincinnati?

    Airlines like Frontier and Delta fly from San Jose, California to Cincinnati in about 8h 47m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 54m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2011 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose, California to Cincinnati round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Jose, California to Cincinnati is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $128 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at $163 and $235 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Jose, California to Cincinnati for 71% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose, California to Cincinnati one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose, California to Cincinnati are Frontier ($95), Delta ($141), and United Airlines ($142).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to Cincinnati?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Cincinnati (average of $112). Flying from San Jose, California 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Jose to Cincinnati

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 January 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$235Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$303Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$358Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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