141 € Cheap Flights from San Francisco International to Cincinnati

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Cincinnati flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Francisco International to Cincinnati? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Francisco to Cincinnati: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found141 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineBreeze Airways
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Cincinnati: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Cincinnati: Cincinnati Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati Municipal.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Cincinnati is 141 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Cincinnati.
Breeze Airways flies direct from San Francisco International to Cincinnati.
As of October 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Cincinnati.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Cincinnati is usually November.
If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Cincinnati is Cincinnati Northern Kentucky – which is 14.4 km away from the centre of Cincinnati. We've found flights into this airport from 141 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati on Tuesday, 11 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 33 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cincinnati but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cincinnati is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In October, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. July is typically the warmest month in Cincinnati, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -6°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Breeze Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cincinnati.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati is 5 hours 10 minutes.

  • San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Cincinnati is three hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your SFO to Cincinnati flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati ticket. Start your journey at SFO and end it at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG).

  • Take to the skies with Breeze Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati.

  • Located around 18 kilometres from central San Francisco, SFO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • 77.36% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Cincinnati

  • 67 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati flight. Return plane tickets start from 141 €. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Get cheap flights from SFO to Cincinnati by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from SFO to Cincinnati is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati.

Airports in Cincinnati

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)

  • The distance from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to central Cincinnati is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cincinnati and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from SFO to Cincinnati.

Best time to go to Cincinnati

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit Cincinnati in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Cincinnati is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to Cincinnati in January when temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Cincinnati

  • Start your Cincinnati trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cincinnati, check out our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens and Fountain Square are highlights which should be on any well-planned Cincinnati itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Cincinnati, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 402 kilometres north-west to Chicago to check off its must-visit sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in United States, head for Columbus, about 161 kilometres north-east of Cincinnati. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are among its highlights.

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