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Cheapest round-trip
$290
Typical prices: $268-$420
Frontier
Tue 9/1Wed 9/2
CVG - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$298
Breeze Airways
Fri 9/25Mon 9/28
CVG - SAN • Non-stop
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Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 4h 47m
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Cheapest • Avg $306 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 15m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cincinnati to San Diego

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 2
Frontier Logo
8:30 pm - 11:51 pm
CVG
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SAN
6h 21m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 7:25 pm
SAN
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CVG
10h 00m
1 stop
$290Frontier
Mon, Jul 27 - Sun, Aug 23
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8:36 pm - 11:51 pm
CVG
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SAN
6h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:24 pm - 7:55 pm
SAN
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CVG
4h 31mnonstop
$291Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:52 am - 11:39 am
CVG
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SAN
4h 47mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:59 pm - 8:15 pm
SAN
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CVG
20h 16m
1 stop
$292Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
Frontier Logo
8:30 pm - 11:51 pm
CVG
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SAN
6h 21m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
3:45 pm - 11:20 am
SAN
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CVG
16h 35m
1 stop
$294Frontier
Tue, Aug 4 - Mon, Aug 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:52 am - 11:39 am
CVG
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SAN
4h 47mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:35 am - 6:22 pm
SAN
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CVG
8h 47m
1 stop
$295Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Mon, Aug 10
Frontier Logo
8:36 pm - 11:51 pm
CVG
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SAN
6h 15m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:35 am - 11:48 am
SAN
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CVG
50h 13m
2 stops
$296Frontier
Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 12:00 pm
CVG
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SAN
4h 45mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 11:20 am
SAN
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CVG
25h 55m
1 stop
$297Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
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10:15 am - 12:00 pm
CVG
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SAN
4h 45mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
12:45 pm - 8:00 pm
SAN
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CVG
4h 15mnonstop
$298Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 6
Frontier Logo
8:36 pm - 11:51 pm
CVG
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SAN
6h 15m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:51 pm - 8:22 pm
SAN
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CVG
20h 31m
1 stop
$301Frontier
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 28
Breeze Airways Logo
9:52 am - 11:39 am
CVG
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SAN
4h 47mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
12:24 pm - 7:55 pm
SAN
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CVG
4h 31mnonstop
$302Breeze Airways
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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.

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 $291 (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 $353 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 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$119
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% 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
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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 47m. 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 $109 for a one-way ticket and $290 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 Tuesday, Thursday, 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 $340 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 $466 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • 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 $159 or less one-way and $298 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

Breeze Airways

Thursday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Sunday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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Direct returns

San Diego to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Monday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Tuesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Thursday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Sunday

Breeze Airways

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