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$64+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Diego (CVG - SAN)

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CVG — SAN
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Diego are usually found in August or January, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Cincinnati to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cincinnati (CVG) to San Diego (SAN). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(Frontier)

One-way from

$64
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$373

Good round-trip deal

$295 or less

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
From Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Diego
One-way flight from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Diego.

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Cheapest flights from Cincinnati to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:05 amCVG - SAN
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Sun 11/161:20 pmSAN - CVG
1 stop8h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/58:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Mon 10/139:03 pmSAN - CVG
1 stop23h 56mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1012:52 pmCVG - SAN
2 stops13h 58mFrontier
Sun 11/161:20 pmSAN - CVG
1 stop8h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:05 amCVG - SAN
2 stops13h 35mFrontier
Thu 11/61:20 pmSAN - CVG
1 stop8h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$197
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 9/248:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop17h 24mFrontier
Thu 9/256:35 amSAN - CVG
1 stop16h 05mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/28:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Sun 10/53:55 pmSAN - CVG
2 stops30h 02mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/58:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop13h 44mFrontier
Wed 10/158:00 amSAN - CVG
1 stop19h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$209
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Mon 9/228:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Fri 9/266:35 amSAN - CVG
1 stop12h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 10/158:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop28h 57mFrontier
Tue 10/216:41 amSAN - CVG
1 stop14h 18mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$215
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/166:14 pmCVG - SAN
1 stop8h 36mFrontier
Tue 10/282:24 pmSAN - CVG
1 stop8h 15mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/178:00 amCVG - SAN
1 stop17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/246:15 amSAN - CVG
2 stops25h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$219

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cincinnati to San Diego 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cincinnati to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Cincinnati

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 10/17

6:50 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 37m

San Diego

Mon 10/20

10:20 pm-10:10 am

1 stop8h 50m

$277

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 10/3

6:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop6h 30m

San Diego

Tue 10/14

7:48 pm-6:05 am

1 stop7h 17m

$277

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 10/4

7:10 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 34m

San Diego

Mon 10/13

7:48 pm-6:05 am

1 stop7h 17m

$277

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 9/26

1:21 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops13h 32m

San Diego

Thu 10/2

12:04 pm-1:43 am

1 stop10h 39m

$296

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 11/1

6:30 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops22h 58m

San Diego

Wed 11/5

6:15 am-5:30 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$297

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 11/6

6:30 pm-8:30 am

2 stops17h 00m

San Diego

Wed 11/12

8:59 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops17h 31m

$324

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 11/18

6:30 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops22h 37m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

6:30 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop19h 53m

$345

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 10/18

12:49 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop9h 42m

San Diego

Mon 10/27

8:40 pm-9:30 am

2 stops9h 50m

$358

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 11/24

6:10 am-1:06 pm

1 stop9h 56m

San Diego

Fri 11/28

7:59 pm-6:08 am

1 stop7h 09m

$358

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 11/21

6:45 am-10:47 pm

1 stop19h 02m

San Diego

Tue 12/2

7:20 am-8:06 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$360

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cincinnati to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cincinnati to San Diego. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cincinnati to San Diego, you should look to book at least 13 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Cincinnati to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cincinnati to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cincinnati to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cincinnati to San Diego. Price data was last updated on May 18, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cincinnati to San Diego flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cincinnati to San Diego, such as Breeze Airways, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Cincinnati to San Diego flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    A quick flight from Cincinnati to San Diego can take about 7h 37m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $277. There are 1861 mi between Cincinnati and San Diego. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cincinnati to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cincinnati to San Diego round-trip from $139. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Breeze Airways, from $180, and United Airlines, from $232. Users have found that Frontier is 63% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    While on average a flight from Cincinnati to San Diego is generally $312, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $119. When looking at the most popular route, (Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - San Diego), you can expect to pay $162 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Cincinnati to San Diego?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?

    The majority of Chicago visitors spend their time at Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park. Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park can be visited by traveling about 15.5 mi, 15.0 mi, and 16.2 mi respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Those on a layover in Chicago in need of a rental car can book one at Chicago O'Hare Intl for about $52.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Cincinnati to San Diego flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cincinnati to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Cincinnati to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 6 airlines flying from Cincinnati to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cincinnati to San Diego. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$139Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$180Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$232Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$279Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$299Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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