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Cheapest round-trip
$175
Typical prices: $353-$182
American Airlines
вт. 8/18ср. 8/19
ORD - CVG • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$88
Southwest
ср. 8/5
MDW - CVG • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $175 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • 4% average savings
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Cheapest • Avg $230 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Cincinnati (CHI-CVG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Cincinnati that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Cincinnati

вт., авг 18 - ср., авг 19
American Airlines Logo
6:56 am - 9:24 am
ORD
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CVG
1h 28mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:27 pm - 9:14 pm
CVG
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ORD
1h 47mnonstop
$175American Airlines
вт., авг 18 - ср., авг 19
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12:45 pm - 2:55 pm
MDW
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CVG
1h 10mnonstop
Southwest Logo
7:15 pm - 7:25 pm
CVG
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MDW
1h 10mnonstop
$176Southwest
вт., июл 7 - вт., июл 14
American Airlines Logo
7:06 am - 9:35 am
ORD
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CVG
1h 29mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:07 pm - 7:59 pm
CVG
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ORD
1h 52mnonstop
$177American Airlines
вт., июл 7 - ср., июл 8
Southwest Logo
6:15 pm - 8:30 pm
MDW
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CVG
1h 15mnonstop
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 7:50 pm
CVG
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MDW
1h 10mnonstop
$177Southwest
вт., авг 18 - ср., авг 19
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12:45 pm - 2:55 pm
MDW
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CVG
1h 10mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 10:20 pm
CVG
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MDW
5h 50m
1 stop
$186Southwest
ср., авг 26 - пн., авг 31
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6:55 am - 11:14 am
ORD
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CVG
27h 19m
1 stop
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12:54 pm - 8:03 am
CVG
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ORD
20h 09m
1 stop
$191Frontier
сб., авг 15 - ср., авг 19
United Airlines Logo
4:38 pm - 7:12 pm
ORD
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CVG
1h 34mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 5:54 am
CVG
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ORD
1h 29mnonstop
$195United Airlines
вт., июл 7 - ср., июл 8
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5:18 pm - 10:44 pm
ORD
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CVG
4h 26m
1 stop
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8:14 am - 1:03 pm
CVG
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ORD
5h 49m
1 stop
$197Delta
вт., авг 11 - вт., авг 18
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5:20 pm - 11:02 pm
ORD
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CVG
4h 42m
1 stop
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10:53 am - 4:24 pm
CVG
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ORD
6h 31m
1 stop
$207Delta
вт., июн 30 - пт., июл 3
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6:55 am - 11:49 am
ORD
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CVG
27h 54m
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12:54 pm - 8:03 am
CVG
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ORD
20h 09m
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$208Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Cincinnati flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Cincinnati to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Cincinnati?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati departing in August.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Cincinnati flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The absolute cheapest return flight from Chicago to Cincinnati costs $232 on the route between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Cincinnati (CVG). However, over the past month, flights between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Cincinnati (CVG) were, on average, 4% cheaper than other Chicago-Cincinnati routes. The most popular route is between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Cincinnati (CVG).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to Cincinnati clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Chicago to Cincinnati, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Cincinnati?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Cincinnati, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Cincinnati is October, where tickets cost $72 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $231 and $224 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to Cincinnati?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $331 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Cincinnati, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Cincinnati, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 49% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Cincinnati

 
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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$88
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 28% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 29% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Cincinnati

When to book flights from Chicago to Cincinnati

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Cincinnati based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Cincinnati

  • Does CVG have workstations?

    If you’re in Cincinnati for business, you can do some final touches at CVG, as this airport features several work zones. Found near Gates 9, 10, and 32, these workstations are equipped with secure networks, speakers, Bluetooth connectivity, and work tables.

  • Are there nursing rooms at ORD?

    If you want to breastfeed your baby at ORD, you can do so without difficulty, given that this airport features numerous nursing rooms. These nursing rooms are adjacent to Gate B10 in Terminal 1, between Gates E5 and F9 in Terminal 2, a short distance from the Urban Garden in Terminal 3’s Rotunda, and near Gate M14 in Terminal 5.

  • What are the most convenient public means of traveling to MDW from downtown Chicago?

    To travel from downtown Chicago to MDW, you can board a taxi, bus, or train. Of the three, trains are the most convenient. This is as the trains that cover this route are affordable and quick, whereas the taxis are relatively expensive, and the buses tend to be slow.

  • Where can I recharge at CVG before departing the airport?

    If you’d like to recharge at CVG before proceeding with your journey, you can take advantage of the airport’s rest zone. Located in Concourse B, near the food court, this zone features sizeable seats and vending machines.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati was $88 for a one-way ticket and $175 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Cincinnati?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    Chicago has 2 major airports: Chicago Midway and Chicago O'Hare Intl. Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky is the only airport in Cincinnati. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Chicago Midway Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, United Airlines, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Cincinnati flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    The Embraer 170 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Cincinnati flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Cincinnati, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago to Cincinnati on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Cincinnati, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Cincinnati are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $351 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $424 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Cincinnati.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cincinnati from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cincinnati with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Cincinnati?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cincinnati from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Cincinnati

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $185 or less one-way and $293 or less round-trip.
  • In Chicago, you’ll board your flight to Cincinnati/North Kentucky International Airport (CVG) at either Midway International Airport (MDW) or O’Hare International Airport (ORD). When booking your flight to CVG, it’s advisable that you choose one that takes off at MDW. This is because, at this airport, you’ll find it easier to board your flight, as it has lesser passenger traffic than ORD.
  • If you choose to board your flight to CVG at ORD, on the date you’re scheduled to travel, you should get to the airport at least 2h before your flight. Getting to the airport this early will give you enough time to navigate the traffic you’ll come across when entering the airport, go through the airport’s security checkpoints, and explore fun destinations within the airport.
  • At either MDW or ORD, you can receive assisted travel services. If you’d like to receive some, you should inform the TSA Care office of your preferred airport of the special assistance you need at least 72 hours before your flight. If you do so, on the date you’ll be traveling to CVG, you’ll be welcomed by a TSA Care official who will ensure that all your needs are met.
  • If you’d like some assistance once you land at CVG, you should visit one of the airport’s information desks. You can find one near the Baggage Claim Area of the airport’s landside, Gate A2 in Concourse A, and the food court in Concourse B.
  • Before leaving CVG, you can enjoy a variety of quality dishes, as this airport features a number of dining options. At this airport, you can order a burger at Bruegger’s in Concourse B, and an American-styled dish at The Local in Concourse A, or have a drink at Christian Moerlein Taproom near Gate A15.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Cincinnati?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky.
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Direct departures

Chicago to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Chicago to Cincinnati

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Cincinnati. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4235 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
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there were two flight attendants that were up front...that were the best! They get KUDOs for making my trip only fantastic. Tell them Jeff said that!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
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there were two flight attendants that were up front...that were the best! They get KUDOs for making my trip only fantastic. Tell them Jeff said that!

OKay. I sat in the back of the plane and it was really loud between babies and little kids, and adults who.like to talk a lot and loudly most of the flight.

Flight coming out of Buffalo was delayed, so we had to be rescheduled on another flight from Baltimore to Phoenix which means we had a long layover and got home 3.5 hours late. Shuttle to parking stopped at 10pm, so we had to pay for an Uber to the parking lot and got charged an extra day of parking since it was after midnight. Not the best experience. Long day!

Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

I don't know why flying out of Sarasota requires two plane changes.

The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

The flight was smooth. The Southwest experience has degraded overall, but this one was okay.

No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

One major problem that was very unprofessional and uncalled for. Plane landed and we had to wait 20 minutes to get off the plane since they were waiting for someone to come to the gate to drive the jetway. Southwest couldn't have someone available and waiting for the plane to land? Is there only one person in Hobby airport who knows to drive the jetway? Was he at lunch? In the bar? Uncomfortable and uncalled for!

The checking experience in Orlando was terrible, almost missed the flight. Too many travelers and Southwest completely understaffed.

Boarded early; and arrived home 40 mins early. After a long flight, it’s nice to be back home early. These flights have no amenities; no snacks. So need to bring your own

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

Super friendly with lots of drink options an entertainment. Friendly crew.

The crew was great. Very friendly and responsive. The plane was old, small and tight. We ran out of overhead space and I had to check. Middle seat was particularly tight.

Several missed and almost missed connections. It felt like everything was being patched together last minute without enough resources and it ended up being an extremely stressful experience that basically ruined our weekend on the west coast. What a waste.

Crew was friendly. Seats are too narrow, particularly when a big person is in the adjacent seat, but I understand this is due to smaller planes usually flight into Lincoln. I have experienced several flight delays going out and coming into Lincoln airport, I say maybe 50% or higher of the flights I've taken out of this airport have been delayed.

Great flight. Boarded efficiently. Arrived early at CLT. There was no in flight entertainment on this aircraft. Great crew.

The seat was comfortable. There was a lot of turbulence. If it weren't for that,it would have been okay.

Poor communication, flight was delayed for preventable reasons. I missed my connection.

No meal service to the back of the plane as it started late or was too slow to get it out before it was time to land.

It wa sort of on time; the cab was left with some trash

American Airlines II: Delay Boogaloo. Multiple gate changes, delays, boarded and then MORE delays. I hate to say this won’t matter, but posting stuff about major corporations in 2026 is a post-modern “scream into the void.” Was multiple hours late coming home, so there you go.

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

Original flight was on time, then late, then changed gates...4 times. Once our newest plane came in, it was fine.

I almost missed my flight and they helped me out enormously

Delays experienced in boarding/take off due to incoming plane delayed. However, the boarding time/depart time in the app was significantly delayed in providing these updates. Usually not updated until an hour after we should have already boarded. Poorly managed.

Moved to earlier flight which unexpectedly had maintenance issues initially indicated as quick fix to ultimately plane changes. Moved back to original flight, also delayed. In all cases customer updates and communication very unclear, no updates on drivers for delays.

Typical AA - late by 90+ mn. Gate changed twice... Changed the departure time 6 times No explanation, no communication on reasons for delay I travel with AA twice a year... and it is consistently very poor.. I will continue to use AA only when i have to.

The business steward was absolutely amazing! Smiles and kindness! Wish all AA flights are like this one!

The gate got changed several times and the flight was delayed over an hour. Awful experience

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