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Cheapest round-trip
$157
Typical prices: $259-$509
Southwest
Sat 9/5Sun 9/6
CVG - MDW • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$74
Frontier
Mon 9/28
CVG - MDW • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 28m
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Cheapest • Avg $144 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Chicago (CVG-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Chicago 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Cincinnati to Chicago

Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
Southwest Logo
8:20 am - 8:25 am
CVG
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MDW
1h 05mnonstop
Southwest Logo
9:30 am - 11:40 am
MDW
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CVG
1h 10mnonstop
$157Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
American Airlines Logo
9:54 am - 10:35 am
CVG
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ORD
1h 41mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 12:27 am
ORD
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CVG
1h 27mnonstop
$157American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 4:52 pm
CVG
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ORD
1h 37mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
4:38 pm - 7:12 pm
ORD
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CVG
1h 34mnonstop
$157United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
American Airlines Logo
9:54 am - 10:35 am
CVG
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ORD
1h 41mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 12:27 am
ORD
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CVG
1h 27mnonstop
$158American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
American Airlines Logo
9:54 am - 10:35 am
CVG
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ORD
1h 41mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 12:27 am
ORD
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CVG
1h 27mnonstop
$159American Airlines
Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:09 am - 12:50 pm
CVG
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ORD
27h 41m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:28 pm - 11:38 am
ORD
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CVG
15h 10m
1 stop
$162Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 21
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 10:40 pm
CVG
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MDW
6h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:40 am - 9:55 am
MDW
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CVG
1h 15mnonstop
$167Southwest
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 8:15 am
CVG
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MDW
1h 05mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 12:15 pm
MDW
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CVG
5h 20m
1 stop
$167Southwest
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
Frontier Logo
9:28 pm - 10:01 am
CVG
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ORD
13h 33m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 5:48 pm
ORD
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CVG
10h 48m
1 stop
$171Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:38 am
CVG
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ORD
1h 38mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:09 pm - 8:43 pm
ORD
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CVG
1h 34mnonstop
$181United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cincinnati to Chicago flights

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

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

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Chicago from Cincinnati usually cost between $209 and $390 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $157 on Southwest (Sep 5-Sep 6).

What is the cheapest Cincinnati to Chicago flight route?

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

The cheapest return flight from Cincinnati to Chicago costs $176 on the route between Cincinnati (CVG) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 21% cheaper than other Cincinnati-Chicago routes. The most popular route is between Cincinnati (CVG) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD).

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Chicago on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Cincinnati to Chicago. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Chicago, 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 Cincinnati to Chicago is October, where tickets cost $265 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $397 and $391 respectively.

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

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.

No, with an average price for the route of $310, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Chicago, 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 Cincinnati to Chicago, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 55% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Cincinnati to Chicago

 
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Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$74
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cincinnati to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cincinnati to Chicago 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 Cincinnati to Chicago

  • What parking facilities are provided by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport?

    Cincinnati/Kentucky International Airport provides travelers with a range of parking alternatives based on pricing and length of stay. The costliest parking option is valet parking, which can only be paid for with a credit card. Other parking alternatives, such as the Terminal Garage, ValuPark, and Economy Lot all accept credit cards or pre-payment. Electric vehicle charging is also available in the airport's Terminal garage and ValuPark Lot, and it is free for guests who have paid parking charges for their vehicles.

  • What accessibility services are available at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport?

    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport provides a variety of accessibility services to improve the airport experience for disabled passengers. The entire airport is wheelchair accessible, with easy-to-access elevators and wheelchair-accessible restrooms. Furthermore, the airport is part of the Sunflower lanyard program, which helps in the quick identification of passengers with hidden disabilities who can then be assisted by the airport’s well-trained staff.

  • How do I get from downtown Cincinnati to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport?

    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is around 13 miles away from downtown Cincinnati. The cheapest mode of transportation to the airport is via bus, followed by a taxi or vehicle rental, with the bus running every 30min from the city to the airport.

  • How do I get from O’Hare International Airport to downtown Chicago?

    The Chicago Transit Authority makes it easy to commute from O'Hare International Airport to Downtown Chicago since the 'L' train will take you there in about 45min. Head to Terminals 1, 2, or 3 from where you can board the Blue Line ‘L’ train. The airport also has bus shuttle and van services that depart every 10-15min, making it easy to get into the city.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cincinnati to Chicago?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cincinnati to Chicago was $72 for a one-way ticket and $157 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Cincinnati to Chicago.

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

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

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

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cincinnati to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cincinnati to Chicago?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cincinnati to Chicago are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $260 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $310 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 Cincinnati to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Chicago?

    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 Chicago with an airline and back to Cincinnati with another airline.

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

    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 Chicago from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $197 or less one-way and $385 or less round-trip.
  • When taking a flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), we recommend that you arrive at the airport at least 90min before your scheduled time of departure. This will give you enough time to check in and go through all necessary TSA checks.
  • When flying into Chicago, you have the option to choose your arrival airport from either of the two major international airports that serve the city: Midway International Airport (MDW) or O’Hare International Airport (ORD).
  • If you would want to use lounge facilities upon your arrival in Chicago, choose to fly to O’Hare International Airport, which has the most airport lounge services of the two airports serving the region. These lounges can be found inside security at Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 5, and outside security at Terminal 2.
  • If you have an early flight out of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, consider booking an overnight stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Cincinnati Airport Hotel, which is the only hotel located on the airport’s premises. The hotel offers complimentary shuttle services to the terminals throughout the day, ensuring you will get to your flight on time.
  • Nursing mothers will be glad to know that Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport provides a nursing suite. The spacious nursing suite is located in Terminal A and offers electrical power outlets and comfortable seating.

Prefer to fly direct from Cincinnati to Chicago?

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

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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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

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

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

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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