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$107+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco (CVG - SFO)

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CVG — SFO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco are usually found in January or February, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cincinnati (CVG) to San Francisco (SFO). 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

$224
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$107
(Orbitz)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$328

Good round-trip deal

$268 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
From Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco
One-way flight from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

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.
Tue 9/309:44 amCVG - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mBreeze Airways
Thu 11/1312:50 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 33mBreeze Airways
Deal found 9/11$224
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.
Fri 9/263:58 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Mon 9/296:29 amSFO - CVG
1 stop16h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$225
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 10/166:14 pmCVG - SFO
2 stops33h 05mFrontier
Thu 10/233:25 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$227
This Breeze Airways 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/29:44 amCVG - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mBreeze Airways
Thu 11/612:50 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 33mBreeze Airways
Deal found 9/11$228
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/88:00 amCVG - SFO
1 stop17h 27mFrontier
Wed 10/158:00 amSFO - CVG
1 stop19h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$229
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 - SFO
2 stops16h 42mFrontier
Fri 9/265:45 amSFO - CVG
1 stop6h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/8$230
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/223:54 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop10h 08mFrontier
Sat 9/2710:49 amSFO - CVG
1 stop8h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$231
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/255:54 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Sun 11/166:33 pmSFO - CVG
2 stops12h 18mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 9/153:54 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop10h 08mFrontier
Sun 9/216:29 amSFO - CVG
1 stop16h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/8$234
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.
Tue 10/149:44 amCVG - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1512:00 pmSFO - CVG
2 stops26h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$236
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.
Thu 10/96:14 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop9h 00mFrontier
Thu 10/165:45 amSFO - CVG
1 stop22h 09mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$237
This Breeze Airways 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:44 amCVG - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mBreeze Airways
Tue 11/1112:50 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 33mBreeze Airways
Deal found 9/11$238

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco 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 Francisco that are best for you.

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Cincinnati

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CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 10/20

8:45 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

6:30 am-8:20 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$243

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 10/25

6:05 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 28m

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

12:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

$277

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 10/24

6:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

10:57 pm-10:10 am

1 stop8h 13m

$281

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 10/25

8:13 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 18m

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$281

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 10/24

6:04 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 01m

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

12:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

$285

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 10/17

7:59 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

12:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

$303

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 10/20

7:59 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

12:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

$303

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 10/7

9:44 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

12:50 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

$308

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 9/25

9:44 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

12:50 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

$308

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 10/30

12:00 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop8h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

12:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

$315

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Best time to book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco

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

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

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

Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco. 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 Cincinnati to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Cincinnati to San Francisco. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cincinnati to San Francisco at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cincinnati to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Delta, and United Airlines from Cincinnati to San Francisco. 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.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Food

6.7

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!

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Food

6.7

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Food

6.7

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!

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Food

6.7

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!

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Food

6.7

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!

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Food

6.7

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 Francisco flight route?

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

    Departing from Cincinnati to San Francisco will take you 6h 20m. Cincinnati and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 2030 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cincinnati to San Francisco is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $129 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Breeze Airways and Delta, starting at $183 and $238 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    While on average a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco is generally $198, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $104. When looking at the most popular route, (Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $190 for that flight.

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

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

    Most Chicago visitors opt to spend their time experiencing 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. Travelers in need of a car in Chicago can rent one for about $52 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Dallas?

    If you're on a layover in Dallas and looking for things to do, consider visiting American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, or Dos Equis Pavilion. Travelers on a layover in Dallas can visit American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion, by traveling 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi, respectively after landing at Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $50.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$183Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$238Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$297Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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