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$99+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Cincinnati (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 12/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CVG
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky are usually found in June or November, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Cincinnati

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$213
(Southwest)

One-way from

$99
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$258
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/122:32 pmHOU - CVG
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Sun 12/146:00 amCVG - HOU
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 11/24$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Wed 12/173:45 pmHOU - CVG
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Fri 12/195:55 pmCVG - HOU
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/25$258
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Mon 12/156:00 amHOU - CVG
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Thu 12/185:45 amCVG - HOU
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/24$263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Sun 12/146:47 pmHOU - CVG
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Sun 12/216:00 amCVG - HOU
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/24$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/126:47 pmHOU - CVG
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Sat 12/138:40 amCVG - HOU
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/24$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/199:05 amHOU - CVG
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/215:00 pmCVG - HOU
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Mon 12/155:35 amHOU - CVG
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Fri 12/195:55 pmCVG - HOU
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/24$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 12/92:35 pmHOU - CVG
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Mon 12/225:55 pmCVG - HOU
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/26$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 12/185:20 amHOU - CVG
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Fri 12/195:55 pmCVG - HOU
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/25$303

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Cincinnati

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/11

5:50 am-5:50 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 50m

$218

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

9:05 am-5:35 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 1/10

2:40 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops5h 40m

$223

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/12

2:32 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-9:34 am

1 stop4h 34m

$249

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/17

5:35 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 12/19

5:55 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 25m

$258

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/15

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 12/18

5:45 am-12:45 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$263

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/12

6:47 pm-12:04 am

1 stop4h 17m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 12/13

8:40 am-1:28 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$269

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop4h 07m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 12/13

8:40 am-1:28 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$269

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$99

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/12

4:20 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 05m

$135

HoustonCincinnati

HOU - CVG

HOUCVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/8

5:35 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$135

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Deals found on 11/26

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Compare providers for flights from Hobby 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 Hobby to Cincinnati in November.
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
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Cincinnati flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-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 Houston Hobby Airport-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 Hobby to Cincinnati

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cincinnati from Hobby with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati (average of $83). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati in February is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 HOU to CVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 November 26, 2025.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Cincinnati. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport 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
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,099 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cincinnati from Houston Hobby?

    For a flight from Houston Hobby to Cincinnati, you will be flying into Cinci./N. Kentucky. Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city. Cinci./N. Kentucky is the only Cincinnati airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day. 5 airlines have flights to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky from Houston Hobby on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati in just under 5h 11m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 49m. The distance from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati is about 886 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati round-trip?

    Frontier, at $91, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 69% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby to Cincinnati?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati (average of $83). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Cincinnati in February is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 Hobby to Cincinnati

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$91Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$159Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$201Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$287Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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