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$128+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco (CVG - SFO)

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CVG — SFO
Jun 23 — Jun 301
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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 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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 June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$257
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$128
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$377

Good round-trip deal

$265 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
From Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco
One-way flight from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($4 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 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 June 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/256:00 amCVG - SFO
1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/411:59 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 8/146:14 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/1711:50 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$258
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 6/203:46 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 35mFrontier
Sun 6/298:53 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop25h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/16$259
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 9/189:44 amCVG - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mBreeze Airways
Sun 9/2112:50 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 33mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/16$263
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/226:37 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop8h 21mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/306:53 pmSFO - CVG
1 stop9h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/17$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/107:55 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Fri 7/1112:50 amSFO - CVG
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/16$277
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Sun 6/2911:05 amCVG - SFO
1 stop13h 21mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/812:33 pmSFO - CVG
Nonstop4h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$280
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 7/188:50 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Tue 7/226:35 amSFO - CVG
2 stops12h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/16$318

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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

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Return

Price

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 7/25

6:00 am-10:02 am

1 stop7h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

11:59 pm-11:02 am

1 stop8h 03m

$257

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 8/14

5:14 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop7h 19m

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

12:45 am-10:17 am

1 stop6h 32m

$258

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 7/22

6:37 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 21m

San Francisco

Wed 7/30

6:53 pm-7:07 am

1 stop9h 14m

$266

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 8/19

9:36 am-11:48 am

Nonstop5h 12m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

12:33 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

$268

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 7/10

7:55 pm-12:03 am

1 stop7h 08m

San Francisco

Fri 7/11

12:50 am-10:52 am

1 stop7h 02m

$277

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 8/24

9:36 am-11:48 am

Nonstop5h 12m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$279

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 7/14

6:08 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 11m

San Francisco

Sun 7/20

8:53 pm-10:47 am

1 stop10h 54m

$285

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 7/18

8:50 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 7/22

6:35 am-9:55 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$318

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 7/16

6:37 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$128

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 7/30

5:50 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$129

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Best time to book a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

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 June 13, 2025.

Booking 89 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 $362). 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 June 18, 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 June 15, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cincinnati to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

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 June 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Cincinnati to San Francisco to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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!

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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!

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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!

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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!

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

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!

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?

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cincinnati to San Francisco is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $257 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, starting at $258 and $266 round-trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 24% 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 Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $128. American Airlines flights start at $129 while deals on Breeze Airways start at $133 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco is generally $256, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $107. When looking at the most popular route, (Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $193 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 $59 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 Reunion Tower. Travelers on a layover in Dallas can visit American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower, by traveling 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 15.6 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 $57.

  • 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 $362). 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

Discover the top 7 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 June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$192Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$259Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$302Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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