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Cheapest round-trip
$287
Typical prices: $258-$518
Frontier
Wed 11/4Mon 11/9
CVG - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$293
Breeze Airways
Mon 9/14Fri 9/18
CVG - SAN • Non-stop
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Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 4h 46m
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Cheapest • Avg $317 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 15m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to San Diego (CVG-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to San Diego 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 San Diego

Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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9:28 pm - 11:59 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
29h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:48 pm - 11:43 amSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
35h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$287Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 21
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8:45 am - 8:17 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
14h 32m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:25 am - 11:38 amSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
26h 13m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$287Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 21
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10:15 am - 12:00 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
4h 45mnonstop
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6:45 pm - 11:38 amSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
37h 53m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$287Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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10:15 am - 12:00 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
4h 45mnonstop
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9:43 pm - 8:21 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
19h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$289Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18
Breeze Airways Logo
10:15 am - 12:00 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
4h 45mnonstop
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12:45 pm - 8:00 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 15mnonstop
$293Breeze Airways
Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 2
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10:15 am - 12:00 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
4h 45mnonstop
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12:45 pm - 8:00 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 15mnonstop
$298Breeze Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:15 am - 10:23 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
7h 08m1 stop Los Angeles
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1:35 pm - 11:07 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City
$317Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:04 pm - 11:48 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
6h 44m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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10:30 pm - 8:54 amSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$317Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
United Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 9:32 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
7h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:45 pm - 10:19 amSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$317United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:30 am - 9:32 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
7h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:45 am - 8:16 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 31m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$322United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cincinnati to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cincinnati to San Diego 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 San Diego?

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 San Diego departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to San Diego from Cincinnati usually cost between $275 and $378 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $287 on Frontier (Sep 11-Sep 21).

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Diego on a Monday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Cincinnati, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cincinnati to San Diego, 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 San Diego is August, where tickets cost $315 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $459 and $447 respectively.

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

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 $334 on average.

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

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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 28% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$88
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Cincinnati to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cincinnati to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Cincinnati to San Diego

  • How is parking at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport?

    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport has several parking lots for both passengers who want to leave their cars at the airport as they fly out and those who just want to park for a few hours. For passengers who want to park long-term, you can park at the Valupark and Economy parking lot. People parking for a few hours can use the terminal garage parking lot onsite at the airport. The airport also offers shuttle services that drop and pick up passengers and has a spot at the terminal.

  • Where can I spend the night at San Diego Airport?

    San Diego airport does not have places designed for sleeping. However, you can spend the night in the seats within the airport. You can carry an extra travel blanket and something soft to sleep on. The landside sleepers should head to the northwest corner of the terminal 2 check-in area, there are benches that are armrests free although hard, hence not very comfortable. For a good night's sleep, book an onsite hotel in SAN.

  • What kind of amenities are available for nursing mothers at San Diego International Airport?

    Nursing mothers will find at least a designated private and secure nursing lounge at SAN. The lactation room is located near Gates 34 and 35 in Terminal 2, and you can find another one in Terminal 1. The room has a rocking chair to help rock the baby when they are fussy. It also contains electrical outlets for pumping.

  • What kind of pet services does CVG offer?

    If you are traveling with your furry friend, you will find designated pet relief areas at CVG that you can utilize at no extra cost. These relief facilities are located in Concourse B, near gate B13, and near gate A18 in Concourse A. You can also use the one near the Baggage claim area.

  • How many flights are there between Cincinnati and San Diego per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Cincinnati and lands in San Diego, with an average flight time of 4h 46m. The most common departure time is 9:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 3 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cincinnati to San Diego was $88 for a one-way ticket and $287 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    Only Delta offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Cincinnati to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    The Airbus A220-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cincinnati to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cincinnati to San Diego?

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

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

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Cincinnati to San Diego on on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cincinnati to San Diego, Breeze Airways or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cincinnati to San Diego are Breeze Airways and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $344 and an overall rating of 8.2, Breeze Airways is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $470 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 San Diego.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    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 San Diego with an airline and back to Cincinnati with another airline. Booking your flights between Cincinnati and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 San Diego 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 San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $119 or less one-way and $278 or less round-trip.
  • When flying from Cincinnati through Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), you must be at the airport at least 2h before your departure time. As a result, you will have sufficient time to go through the security checkpoints, get your boarding pass, and arrive at your gate on time.
  • If you are looking for special information at San Diego International Airport (SAN), make your way to the information desk located at terminal 3. Alternatively, you can also ask any of the airport staff members closer to you for any information you want.
  • If you want to grab something to eat before you board your flight at CVG, there are several restaurants located in terminal 3 offering exquisite cuisines. On the other hand, you can decide to explore the airline-operated lounges, which offer exceptional meals and drinks to guests. Note that the lounges have different rules and regulations, so ensure that you confirm before deciding on one.
  • Flights from Cincinnati to San Diego don’t offer the same inflight services. Hence, if you are looking for a particular service that you would like to use onboard, ensure you confirm with the airline you want to book. For instance, Allegiant Airlines offers meals, drinks, extra travel blankets, and eye folds.
  • If you are a person with a hidden disability and want to access mobility services at the San Diego airport, make sure you inform the airport officials before your arrival. This will help with arranging the services you need for easy navigation through the airport. SAN is equipped with elevators, wheelchair restrooms, and shuttles. You can also request extra assistance.

Prefer to fly direct from Cincinnati to San Diego?

 
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 San Diego.
Find which airlines fly direct from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Diego

Monday

Breeze Airways

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Tuesday

Breeze Airways

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Thursday

Breeze Airways

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Friday

Breeze Airways

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Sunday

Breeze Airways

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Direct returns

San Diego to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Monday

Breeze Airways

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Tuesday

Breeze Airways

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Thursday

Breeze Airways

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Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Sunday

Breeze Airways

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