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Cheapest round-trip
$382
Typical prices: $420-$627
Southwest
Sat 12/1Sun 12/2
OAK - CVG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$132
Typical prices: $279-$389
Frontier
Sat 12/15
OAK - CVG • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Oakland and Cincinnati. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 18% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $385 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 6h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to Cincinnati (OAK-CVG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to Cincinnati

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:45 am - 6:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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1:20 pm - 6:55 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
8h 35m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$382Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:45 am - 6:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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6:55 am - 2:20 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
10h 25m2 stops Nashville Intl Los Angeles
$387Southwest
Wed, Dec 16 - Mon, Jan 4
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5:55 am - 3:30 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 35m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:30 pm - 11:56 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
7h 26m1 stop Salt Lake City
$388Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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5:55 am - 3:30 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 35m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:35 pm - 12:03 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
7h 28m1 stop Salt Lake City
$388Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:02 am - 9:09 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
11h 07m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:39 am - 6:54 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
13h 15m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$388Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:50 pm - 9:55 amOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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1:20 pm - 6:55 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
8h 35m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$388Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
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7:55 am - 6:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:30 pm - 11:35 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
$388Southwest
Wed, Dec 16 - Mon, Jan 4
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5:07 pm - 8:53 amOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
12h 46m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:30 pm - 11:56 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
7h 26m1 stop Salt Lake City
$393Delta
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:02 am - 9:09 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
11h 07m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:39 am - 6:54 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
13h 15m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$397Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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7:00 am - 9:06 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
11h 06m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:36 am - 7:08 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
13h 32m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$413Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Oakland to Cincinnati flights

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

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Cincinnati typically range from $420 to $627. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $382, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Cincinnati. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 73% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Cincinnati?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Cincinnati at $398 round-trip.
•February ($1,082) and January ($923) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 171% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Oakland to Cincinnati flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$132
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Oakland to Cincinnati

When to book flights from Oakland to Cincinnati

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Oakland 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 Oakland to Cincinnati flight questions, answered

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Oakland to Cincinnati.

  • How long is a flight from Oakland to Cincinnati?

    A nonstop flight from Oakland to Cincinnati takes 00m, covering 2,020 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland 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 Oakland to Cincinnati flight?

    Round-trip flights from Oakland to Cincinnati range from $420 to $627, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $420 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Oakland 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 $382 to $2,112. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Oakland to Cincinnati are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $184, which is 50% 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 $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Oakland to Cincinnati usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG).

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

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

    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 19% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Oakland to Cincinnati. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $842, a difference of $456.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 29m, compared with 7h via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 06m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Oakland and Cincinnati?

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

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Oakland 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $386, about $456 less than Tuesday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Oakland to Cincinnati trip for November. Fares historically average $398 round-trip in that month - typically $684 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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