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

• Earliest: departs at 12:15 pm and lands at 4:47 pm
• Latest: departs at 10:35 pm and lands at 3:07 am.

The flight takes about 4h 32m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Cincinnati takes 4h 32m, covering 2,030 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati range from $350 to $572, with an average of $449 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the $449 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $324 round-trip via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), compared to $424 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Cincinnati flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Cincinnati are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $124, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $74 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Alamo
• Budget

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

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

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Salt Lake City (SLC) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from San Francisco to Cincinnati. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $403 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $569, a difference of $166.

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

2 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Cincinnati. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Breeze Airways

Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 36m, compared with 6h 41m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 7h 06m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

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.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Cincinnati flights:

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

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

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
• United Airlines: 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.

Yes. If you would like to stay at the San Francisco Airport the night before your flight to Cincinnati, consider checking into the Grand Hyatt Hotel at SFO. It is connected to all terminals of the airport by way of the free AirTrain. This hotel features a gym, a business center, a bar and lounge, room service, and free Wi-Fi.

Yes. There are two indoor playgrounds at SFO, located in Terminal 2 near gate D7 and Gate D15. Open 24/7, these play spaces are surrounded by seating where parents can relax as their kids run around, have fun, and exhaust themselves before a cross-country flight to Cincinnati.

Yes. Located on the Mezzanine Level of Terminal 1 Landside, the USO at SFO is open from 7 am to 8 pm Thursday through Saturday and from 7 am to 7 pm Sunday through Wednesday. Active-duty US military personnel and their families can enjoy the amenities of the lounge free of charge, such as TV, refreshments, showers, overnight facilities, a nursery, and much more.

Yes. If you need to book your rental when you deplane, you can reach car rental agencies on a direct dial courtesy phone in Baggage Claim. If you need to pick up the rental that you have already booked, go to the Arrivals curb at CVG, where you can catch a free shuttle that will take you to the rental agency of your choice. Rental car companies at CVG include Enterprise, Budget, Hertz, Avis, National, Zipcar, and more.