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$54+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati (CVG) to Illinois

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CVG — ORD
May 12 — May 191
Mon 5/12
Mon 5/19
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$289

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$360 or less

Good one-way deal

$176 or less
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:20 pmCVG - MDW
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Sat 5/316:10 amMDW - CVG
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:20 pmCVG - ORD
1 stop7h 57mFrontier
Sat 5/318:04 amORD - CVG
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$160
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Wed 7/164:40 pmCVG - MDW
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Mon 7/219:10 pmMDW - CVG
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/7$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/287:05 amCVG - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/307:00 pmORD - CVG
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$169
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/25:10 amCVG - STL
1 stop19h 39mFrontier
Wed 6/45:45 pmSTL - CVG
1 stop16h 54mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$170
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Fri 6/206:00 amCVG - MDW
1 stop3h 41mDelta
Fri 6/276:20 pmMDW - CVG
1 stop3h 09mDelta
Deal found 5/6$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sat 6/76:18 amCVG - ORD
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Sun 6/86:00 amORD - CVG
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Deal found 5/6$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/197:10 amCVG - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/217:17 amORD - CVG
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/148:24 pmCVG - STL
1 stop4h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/216:00 amSTL - CVG
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/305:40 amCVG - STL
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Wed 7/305:45 pmSTL - CVG
1 stop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 5/6$196
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/108:55 amCVG - ORD
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/125:15 amORD - CVG
1 stop17h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/62:06 pmCVG - STL
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/85:30 pmSTL - CVG
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$201

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

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Cincinnati

Fly to

Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - MDW

CVGMDW

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 5/30

5:20 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/31

6:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$160

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 5/30

5:20 pm-12:17 am

1 stop7h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

8:04 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$160

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - MDW

CVGMDW

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 7/16

4:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/21

9:10 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$169

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 5/28

7:05 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

7:00 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$169

CincinnatiSt. Louis

CVG - STL

CVGSTL

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 6/2

5:10 am-11:49 pm

1 stop19h 39m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 6/4

5:45 pm-11:39 am

1 stop16h 54m

$170

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - MDW

CVGMDW

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 6/20

6:00 am-8:41 am

1 stop3h 41m

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/27

6:20 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop3h 09m

$177

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 6/7

6:18 am-11:47 am

1 stop6h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/8

6:00 am-10:59 am

1 stop3h 59m

$177

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 6/19

7:10 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/21

7:17 am-9:42 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$187

CincinnatiSt. Louis

CVG - STL

CVGSTL

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 6/14

8:24 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 51m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 6/21

6:00 am-12:13 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$191

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 6/10

8:55 am-8:50 am

1 stop24h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/12

5:15 am-11:23 pm

1 stop17h 08m

$196

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Best time to book a flight from Cincinnati to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cincinnati to Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Cincinnati to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 CVG to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Cincinnati to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 7, 2025.

When flying from Cincinnati to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Cincinnati to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Cincinnati to Illinois. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 7, 2025.

The most flights from CVG to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (59 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated May 7, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Cincinnati to Illinois to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,710 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cincinnati to Illinois. 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 from for flights from Cincinnati to Illinois?

    Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cincinnati to Illinois. It is only a 8.8 mi journey to Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) from Cincinnati’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cincinnati to Illinois one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $54 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $54 and Frontier from $63 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cincinnati to Illinois?

    Most travelers choose Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Chicago Midway or Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Chicago Greater Rockford when deciding on the best route from Cincinnati to Illinois.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cincinnati to Illinois?

    Before booking your flight to Illinois from Cincinnati, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Avianca (92%), Copa Airlines (87%), Republic Airways( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Illinois?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $114. While the most popular route (Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $107 on average our data indicates $896 when flying from Cincinnati to Illinois.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cincinnati to Illinois 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 Cincinnati to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Cincinnati to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 4 airlines flying from Cincinnati to Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cincinnati to Illinois. 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 May 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$117Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$148Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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