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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Cincinnati:

• Earliest: departs at 5:50 am and lands at 7:20 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 1:25 am.

The flight takes about 1h 30m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Cincinnati:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Cincinnati takes 1h 30m, covering 250 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Cincinnati range from $268 to $483, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $268 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 35% above the $368 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $230 round-trip via Tampa (TPA), compared to $371 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Cincinnati flights, with 36% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 28%, afternoon flights for 22%, and night flights for 14%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $121 to $1,114. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago to Cincinnati route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Chicago to Cincinnati are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $112, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Alamo
• Budget

Flights from Chicago to Cincinnati may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG).

One-stop flights from Chicago to Cincinnati most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Tampa (TPA) - 17% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Chicago to Cincinnati. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $270 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $456, a difference of $186.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

3 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Cincinnati. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 54m, compared with 3h 59m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 12h 17m via Tampa (TPA).

Cincinnati is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Cincinnati are Great American Ballpark, Paycor Stadium and Heritage Bank Center. These are among the most viewed places in Cincinnati on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Cincinnati flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

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.

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.

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.

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.