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Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $271-$388
American Airlines
Sat 12/15Sun 12/16
JFK - CVG • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$146
Typical prices: $280-$436
American Airlines
Sat 1/13
JFK - CVG • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 21m
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $228 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cincinnati (JFK-CVG)

 

Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cincinnati with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9
American Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 5:03 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
2h 33mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:44 am - 7:59 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 15mnonstop
$291American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 2:08 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
2h 28mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
1:22 pm - 3:30 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 08mnonstop
$291American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
2:15 pm - 4:31 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
2h 16mnonstop
Delta Logo
11:50 am - 1:49 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 59mnonstop
$291Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
8:30 am - 10:53 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
2h 23mnonstop
Delta Logo
11:50 am - 1:49 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 59mnonstop
$291Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
1:59 pm - 4:19 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
2h 20mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 11:00 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 10mnonstop
$291American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
6:30 pm - 8:57 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
2h 27mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:20 pm - 8:29 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 09mnonstop
$291Delta
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
American Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 3:02 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
2h 33mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:44 am - 7:59 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 15mnonstop
$291American Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 22
Sun Country Air Logo
11:32 am - 5:38 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 06m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Sun Country Air Logo
6:19 pm - 10:35 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
16h 16m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$505Sun Country Air
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 6:54 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
31h 24m3 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:37 pm - 10:35 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 58m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$649Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 9:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
21h 50m3 stops Minneapolis St Paul Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:19 pm - 10:35 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
16h 16m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$707Multiple Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati typically range from $271 to $388. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $291, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati at $279 round-trip.
•September ($365) and May ($364) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati the cheapest?

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Cincinnati

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

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Key details for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$146
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cincinnati

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to Cincinnati based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 10:46 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:45 pm and lands at 10:06 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 21m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    A nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati takes 2h 21m, covering 587 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati range from $271 to $388, with an average of $326 over the past 12 months. Anything below $271 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the $326 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $228 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $327 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • How are flight departures from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati 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 $291 to $1,453. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati flights:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $175, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG)?

    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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $298 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $370, a difference of $72.

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    2 airlines operate flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Cincinnati. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 25m, compared with 8h 37m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 15h 27m via Orlando (MCO).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cincinnati?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati flights?

    Among airlines operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: 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.

Your guide to booking New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $298, about $72 less than Sunday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati trip for February. Fares historically average $279 round-trip in that month - typically $86 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $228 round-trip on this route - about $98 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Cincinnati?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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