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$64 Find Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

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Cheapest round-trip
$129
Overall average: $411
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Wed 1/14Wed 1/21
PHL - CVG • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$395
Typical prices: $402-$505
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Wed 1/14Wed 1/21
PHL - CVG • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati (PHL-CVG)

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

Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
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25h 17m1 stop
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4:23 pm - 9:59 am
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17h 36m1 stop
$129Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 17
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25h 17m1 stop
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4:13 pm - 10:40 pm
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6h 27m1 stop
$144Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 21
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4:23 pm - 5:52 pm
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25h 29m1 stop
$145Frontier
Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Jan 27
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10h 35m1 stop
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4:23 pm - 10:37 am
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18h 14m1 stop
$146Frontier
Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 17
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8h 06m1 stop
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4:13 pm - 10:40 pm
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6h 27m1 stop
$153Frontier
Sun, Feb 22 - Mon, Feb 23
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14h 16m1 stop
$158Frontier
Fri, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 8
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9h 50m1 stop
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5:07 pm - 8:47 am
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15h 40m1 stop
$160Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Mon, Jan 19
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$161Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 5
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$162Frontier
Wed, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 8
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8h 55m1 stop
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10h 56m1 stop
$163Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to Cincinnati flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Cincinnati, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati is February, where tickets cost $289 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $510 and $469 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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American's Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks, ideal for short flights.


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Frontier

Frontier's Premium Bundle offers extra legroom and priority boarding for just $20 more than Economy.


Avoid Basic Fare for better seating; Economy Bundle offers free carry-on and seat selection.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$64
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

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FAQs for booking flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

  • Which airlines have lounges in Philadelphia International Airport?

    If you would love to fly with an airline with a lounge at PHL, America Airlines is the airline. The American Admirals has four locations: Terminal A East at the airside, TA West at the airside on the Mezzanine Level, on the airside between Concourse B and C, and Concourse F at the airside second floor above the food court. Delta Airlines also has a lounge in Terminal D at the airside. United Airlines is another with a lounge located in Terminal D at the airside between Terminal C and D on level 2.

  • Is PHL the only airport in Philadelphia?

    Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is one of the airports you can depart from in Philadelphia. About 2 miles away northwest of Trenton is Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). If you are in Allenton, you can depart from Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE).

  • Are there baby facilities at CVG?

    If you would like to change your baby's diaper, CVG has diaper changing facilities. These facilities are well-equipped with a diaper changing table. You can find one in Concourse A near gate A11 and Concourse B near gate B13. Breastfeeding mothers can use the private breastfeeding units in Concourse B near gate B15 and Concourse A near gate A4. These rooms have a place to sit, a power outlet, and an AC unit.

  • How can I get downtown from CVG?

    CVG airport is about 13 miles Southwest of downtown Cincinnati. If you are on a budget, you can use a bus as a means of public transport to downtown. The buses depart from the east side of the baggage claim area. However, if you are late for your appointment consider using a taxi though it will be a bit expensive. Rental cars and hotel shuttles are also available.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati was $64 for a one-way ticket and $129 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Philadelphia to Cincinnati flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Philadelphia to Cincinnati flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

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

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

    There are nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati, Delta or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati are Delta and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $301 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $396 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cincinnati from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

    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 Cincinnati with an airline and back to Philadelphia with another airline. Booking your flights between Philadelphia and CVG 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

    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 Cincinnati from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Cincinnati

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $371 or less one-way and $435 or less round-trip.
  • PHL airport offers wheelchair assistance for travelers with reduced mobility. To get one, you should contact the airline you are flying with 48h before your scheduled departure time. Check the box with the question asking if you need special assistance, and indicate the type of assistance you want.
  • If you have an early flight departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), consider spending your night in one of the on-site hotels. Minute Suites is one of the hotels located at the airside between the link of Terminal A and B. Philadelphia Airport Marriott is another option. To access this hotel, use the sky bridge from the Terminal or free shuttles, which depart every 20min.
  • Philadelphia International Airport has insane traffic and long security lines. This being the case, consider getting at the airport 3-4h before your scheduled departure time.
  • If you lose your item at Cincinnati/NorthernKentucky International Airport (CVG), you need not stress. The airport has an online form whereby you fill out the type of item that was lost, the date of loss, where you lost it, and where you last saw the property.
  • If you have any questions or concerns at CVG airport, visit the Information desks for assistance. The desks are in different locations: in the baggage claim area, Concourse A near gate A2, and Concourse B near the food court.

Prefer to fly direct from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

 
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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

 
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7.5Entertainment
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They sent a notice that they were boarding an hour early. We had to leave the club and run to the gate. They said sorry, that came from corporate and was a mistake. They did not have enough seating because the flight before it had not taken off on time. They moved our gate and delayed it for an hour.

2.0 MediocreRobert, Dec 2025
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They sent a notice that they were boarding an hour early. We had to leave the club and run to the gate. They said sorry, that came from corporate and was a mistake. They did not have enough seating because the flight before it had not taken off on time. They moved our gate and delayed it for an hour.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

Airline travel is always too cramped to really be pleasant, but the cabin crew on this flight did a pretty good job of making up for it by putting on some music during boarding and sprinkling a few funny remarks into the safety briefing and announcements, and just generally being friendly and helpful. It definitely reminded me of why I prefer the in-flight experience on Southwest!

No delays and arrived to destination 30 min early. Staff was super friendly.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

It was rough. The staff was unprofessional, the choice of on board drinks terrible, it was cramped in space at every airport, they always ran out of overhead bin space so they pressured people to check bags for free or we couldn’t leave on the plane— so I did check my bag to help, and they nearly lost my bag. My bag did not arrive on the luggage belt, another man on my flight and I had to waste our time going to the baggage office to search for our bags. I would only fly southwest again if it was my last choice. Also, my flights were consistently delayed over and over again— at one point they straight up told us we were waiting for the pilot to arrive.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

Had to get off plane from prior flight even though I had to reboard same plane to continue to my final destination.

Original flight was cancelled and when i was rebooked by the airline, they couldn't seat me in the same type of seat as I had originally booked (went from window/aisle to middle/middle and one was a bulkhead seat, and other wasn't in the same class)

Lady Pilot was perfect in every way wheels up to wheels down communication, professionalism, excellent on time departure and on time arrival, excellent communication! Fantastic job with Superb attitude!!

The food is terrible. The staff is wonderful. Comfort is good.

Left on time, a bit delayed due to headwinds most of the trip.

I fly Delta all the time, have Platinum Medallion status. But this route seems to have major problems with delays and seems to never leave on time! Have only taken it twice in the last two weeks, and each time it had delays of more than 1 hour... very disappointed!!!!

Good seats in Main cabin, excellent service and excellent landing

My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

Staff was exceptional! Everyone was kind, professional and friendly making the trip very pleasant. Thank you!

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

Delays to take off and to leave the plane after landing added a lot of time to this flight.

The Phildalphia to Allentown portion was a BUS, not a plane. All was as expected.

Excellent - explanations were clear staff was nice and flight was comfortable

Flight was delayed not sure why no explanation given and no apologies either. Otherwise the flight was fine

Did not get the seat I selected and paid for.

Sat on the ground in Cincinnati for 50 minutes before deplaning

Plane was delayed for 6 hours, at first by weather, which is understandable, but was further delayed with NO given reason for 2 1/2 hours more. We had no clue when we were going to depart actually until they opened the ramp. VERY POOR to ZERO COMMUNICATION!!!

Flight was delayed and after being in the airport for like seven hours, it was canceled.

Flight delays numerous times. Everytime we would get close to boarding it would be delayed again. Strung along the entire time.

Overall very good, only complaint I have is the crew from CLT to SAT could have collected trash sooner.

Not clean and was told I would get a great seat and it was not great at all

Flight got delayed for 5 hours no good explanation was offered ;(

Horrible. I would never fly Frontier again. The booking process is tricky at best, but fraudulent in my opinion. Frontier customer service did nothing to rectify my purchase -- I ended up paying more than double what I could have gotten from other airlines and nearly triple what I thought I was buying from Frontier. Their booking practices are unfair to the consumer.

Delayed. Text notifications were slow. Not much information o what was happening. Boarding was slow and confusing. Wasn’t even offered water other flight. Had to ask. No entertainment at all. Felt like.a Greyhound bus.

When I wanted to check in 3 hours prior to boarding time, the employees mentioned “a little over an hour delay” so I waited for an hour then I went to go look for food in the terminal and most people from that flight were in the same area looking for food. Finally I decided after food to check to see if it’s anytime closer and now it’s 2 mins until boarding closes?! What are you kidding me? I didn’t receive anything via sms about boarding now nor via email or on the intercom. I luckily made it through, barely, and then there’s no room for my carry on mind you I’m in the very first row so I had to place my purse in one further row back and my carry on sections down. Not sure who pays for better seats to get your stuff placed all over the plane but that was the worst experience I’ve ever had flying with anyone.

Better than expected. Staff were friendly and nice on both flights.

There was no one at the counter to assist with our check in. The app didn’t work, so I arrived at the airport with time to check in and I couldn’t because no employees were there. When I finally got someone on the phone, it was inside the 60min rule and they said I could no longer check in and they could sell me another ticket. We had to scramble and pay an additional $800 for tickets and THEN AFTER (about 60 min from my original convo with customer service and 10min after original departure time) I had boarded my new flight, there was email saying my original flight from Frontier was delayed and leaving 2hr 50min later, but I STILL wouldn’t have been able to check in. Which means customer service should have been able to see it and let me check in because I was well within my check in time. When I call Frontier, they hang up on me. So their app didn’t work and they employees left and they take zero responsibility or assistance with their “customer service”

Terrible. Flight cancelled with no reasoning and no flights to rebook. Employees were useless and did nothing to help. Did not even know where to retrieve luggage from the cancelled flight. Flyers beware.

No fault of Frontier staff: plane was very late, reached Orlando at 1 am, took a while to get luggage. Weather, gov financial shutdown impact on TSA, air controllers seemed to have multiple flights backed up. Frontier staff seemed to cope as gracefully as possible. It did reassure me that I and my new hip could adapt to travel challenges. Food/entertainment were irrelevant to my trip.

Terrible. The canceled my entire flight when I requested a refund for a trip frontier canceled trip one way.

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