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$125+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco (CVG - SFO)

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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CVG — SFO
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco are usually found in August or January, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cincinnati to San Francisco

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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$238
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$125
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$358

Good round-trip deal

$253 or less

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
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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 July 30, 2025.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/29:44 amCVG - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mBreeze Airways
Tue 10/712:50 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 33mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/29$238
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/138:00 amCVG - SFO
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Tue 9/237:10 amSFO - CVG
1 stop12h 31mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:40 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1112:50 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/289:44 amCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/3112:50 amSFO - CVG
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$311
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/266:37 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop18h 55mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/211:30 amSFO - CVG
1 stop27h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/2012:20 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Fri 8/2912:35 amSFO - CVG
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Deal found 7/27$315

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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 July 30, 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

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 10/2

9:44 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

12:50 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

$238

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 9/13

8:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop27h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

7:10 am-10:41 pm

1 stop12h 31m

$245

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 9/4

6:40 pm-12:04 am

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

12:50 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

$282

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 9/20

2:52 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop8h 06m

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

11:52 pm-11:29 am

1 stop8h 37m

$305

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 8/26

6:37 pm-10:32 am

1 stop18h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

11:30 am-5:40 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$314

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 8/20

2:30 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop7h 22m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

6:15 am-5:41 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$315

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 8/16

10:20 am-9:28 pm

1 stop14h 08m

$125

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 12/4

9:44 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

$129

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 11/23

6:37 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$153

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 9/27

5:55 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$156

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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 July 25, 2025.

Booking 56 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 $358). 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 July 30, 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 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 July 27, 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.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Cincinnati to San Francisco on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $338.

What’s the fastest layover option from Cincinnati to San Francisco?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 48m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 14m.

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 July 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    The Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cincinnati to San Francisco is Breeze Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $238 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and American Airlines, starting at $245 and $305 round-trip. Users have found that Breeze Airways is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $125. Breeze Airways flights start at $129 while deals on Sun Country Air start at $153 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco is generally $240, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $117. When looking at the most popular route, (Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $208 for that flight.

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

    Most of the time, Cincinnati to San Francisco flights that have layovers will stop in Chicago. Dallas sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights 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 $69 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 $51.

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

    Cincinnati to San Francisco flights have a layover in Denver least often.

  • 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 $358). 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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco. 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$186Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$238Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$255Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$297Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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