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Cheapest round-trip
$290
Typical prices: $309-$479
Frontier
Sat 11/10Sat 11/17
CVG - SAN • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$293
Typical prices: $286-$424
Breeze Airways
Fri 10/26Fri 11/2
CVG - SAN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 4h 45m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $327 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to San Diego (CVG-SAN)

 

Cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Diego with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Frontier Logo
12:43 pm - 8:37 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
46h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
Frontier Logo
4:53 pm - 3:22 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
19h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
$290Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
Frontier Logo
4:32 pm - 11:57 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
10h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
9:32 am - 11:43 amSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
23h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$290Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 12:00 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
4h 45mnonstop
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9:32 am - 11:43 amSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
23h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$291Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
Breeze Airways Logo
10:15 am - 12:00 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
4h 45mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
12:45 pm - 8:00 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 15mnonstop
$293Breeze Airways
Sat, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:33 pm - 11:58 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
10h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:37 pm - 8:03 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
20h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$293Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
Breeze Airways Logo
10:15 am - 12:00 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
4h 45mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
12:45 pm - 8:00 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 15mnonstop
$297Breeze Airways
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 3:30 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 6:35 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 20m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$311Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
3:12 pm - 9:50 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
9h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:29 pm - 11:11 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$317American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:39 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
7h 24m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:59 pmSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 54m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$317American Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 4:55 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAN San Diego
8h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
10:40 pm - 10:50 amSAN  San Diego-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$317Southwest

Price, demand and travel trends for Cincinnati to San Diego flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to San Diego typically range from $309 to $479. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $290, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to San Diego. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to San Diego?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to San Diego at $324 round-trip.
•December ($462) and March ($450) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cincinnati to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Cincinnati to San Diego are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Cincinnati to San Diego flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$120
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cincinnati to San Diego

When to book flights from Cincinnati to San Diego

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Your Cincinnati to San Diego flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cincinnati to San Diego?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:15 am and lands at 3:00 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:15 am and lands at 3:00 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 45m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cincinnati to San Diego:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Cincinnati to San Diego takes 4h 45m, covering 1,861 miles.

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

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cincinnati to San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to San Diego range from $309 to $479, with an average of $389 over the past 12 months. Anything below $309 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cincinnati to San Diego flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the $389 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $327 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $348 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Cincinnati to San Diego changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $290 to $2,095. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cincinnati to San Diego looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cincinnati to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $142, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    Flights from Cincinnati to San Diego usually depart from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cincinnati to San Diego pass through?

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Cincinnati to San Diego. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $351 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $435, a difference of $84.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    Only Breeze Airways operates flights between Cincinnati and San Diego.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 28m, compared with 6h 41m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 6h 42m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Cincinnati and San Diego?

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Cincinnati (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cincinnati to San Diego flights?

    Among airlines operating Cincinnati to San Diego flights:

    • Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cincinnati to San Diego flights?

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

    • Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Cincinnati to San Diego flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $351, about $84 less than Saturday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cincinnati to San Diego trip for January. Fares historically average $324 round-trip in that month - typically $138 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $327 round-trip on this route - about $21 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    • Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    • Sheraton San Diego Resort
  • 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?

 
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

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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Direct returns

San Diego to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Monday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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