San Francisco Bay Area

$80+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati (CVG) to San Francisco Bay Area

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CVG — SFO
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area

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Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$218
(Frontier)

One-way from

$80
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$346
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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Cheapest flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/512:50 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop13h 16mFrontier
Fri 5/99:59 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$218
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:51 pmCVG - SJC
1 stop25h 50mFrontier
Sun 5/118:31 amSJC - CVG
1 stop17h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$224
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/95:45 amCVG - SFO
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1112:33 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/3011:53 amCVG - SFO
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/212:43 amSFO - CVG
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 6/88:24 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1011:59 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$257
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/89:36 amCVG - SFO
Nonstop5h 12mBreeze Airways
Tue 5/1312:33 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 32mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/29$258
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 8/66:37 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 21mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/138:49 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop7h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$266
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 7/296:37 pmCVG - OAK
1 stop8h 22mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/97:58 pmOAK - CVG
1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 8/47:47 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Tue 8/1212:40 amSFO - CVG
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Deal found 4/29$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 7/317:55 pmCVG - OAK
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Tue 8/512:30 pmOAK - CVG
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 5/1$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 7/298:40 amCVG - SJC
1 stop8h 49mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/56:11 pmSJC - CVG
1 stop9h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$312
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/305:40 amCVG - SJC
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Tue 8/55:40 pmSJC - CVG
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/30$313

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

Fly from

Cincinnati

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 5/5

12:50 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop13h 16m

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

1:56 pm-5:00 am

1 stop12h 04m

$218

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 5/9

5:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

12:33 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

$234

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 5/30

11:53 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San Francisco

Mon 6/2

12:43 am-10:51 am

1 stop7h 08m

$252

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 6/8

8:24 pm-12:12 am

1 stop6h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

11:59 pm-10:20 am

1 stop7h 21m

$257

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/8

9:36 am-11:48 am

Nonstop5h 12m

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

12:33 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

$258

CincinnatiOakland

CVG - OAK

CVGOAK

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 7/29

6:37 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Oakland

Wed 8/6

7:58 pm-7:07 am

1 stop8h 09m

$267

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 6/21

6:15 am-10:59 am

1 stop7h 44m

San Francisco

Thu 6/26

6:50 pm-5:38 am

1 stop7h 48m

$277

CincinnatiOakland

CVG - OAK

CVGOAK

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 7/31

7:55 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Oakland

Tue 8/5

12:30 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$297

CincinnatiSan Jose

CVG - SJC

CVGSJC

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/22

3:47 pm-1:43 pm

1 stop24h 56m

San Jose

Mon 5/26

2:33 pm-12:57 am

1 stop7h 24m

$310

CincinnatiSan Jose

CVG - SJC

CVGSJC

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 7/29

8:40 am-2:29 pm

1 stop8h 49m

San Jose

Tue 8/5

6:11 pm-7:07 am

1 stop9h 56m

$312

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) if they book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area. Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from Cincinnati’s city center.

  • How popular is this Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Breeze Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $105. Users have also found prices from $106 and $128 on Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area? While on average our users pay $240, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $160. The most popular route (Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - San Francisco), is priced around $194.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 7 airlines flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco Bay Area

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$131Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$182Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$185Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$233Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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