Cheap flights from Cincinnati to Chicago
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Cincinnati to Chicago and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $176 | SouthwestNonstop2 hrSat, Aug 15 — Mon, Aug 17 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is currently $176 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $79 | SouthwestNonstop2 hrWed, Aug 5 | The cheapest one-way flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is currently $79 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $176 | SouthwestNonstop2 hrSat, Aug 8 — Mon, Aug 10 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is currently $176 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $323 | Frontier1 stop11 hrSat, Jun 27 — Mon, Jun 29 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Cincinnati to Chicago is currently $323 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $376 | AmericanNonstop2 hrSat, Aug 8 — Mon, Aug 10 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is currently $376 |
| Fastest flight | 1 hr 5 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Cincinnati to Chicago takes 1 hr 5 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Cincinnati to Chicago per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Chicago is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
| September Cheapest | Typical prices: $140–185 |
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| June Most expensive | Typical prices: $245–370 |
Popular airlines from Cincinnati to Chicago
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Cincinnati to Chicago in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- AmericanNonstopfrom $176Typical price: $205–46555 weekly nonstop flightsCVG - ORDEvery day459 weekly connecting flightsCVG - ORDEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $176Typical price: $210–47550 weekly nonstop flightsCVG - ORDEvery day222 weekly connecting flightsCVG - ORDEvery day
- SouthwestNonstopfrom $176Typical price: $215–46014 weekly nonstop flightsCVG - MDWEvery day1587 weekly connecting flightsCVG - MDWEvery day
- Deltafrom $196Typical price: $240–510831 weekly connecting flightsCVG - MDW, ORDEvery day
- Frontierfrom $240Typical price: $160–49050 weekly connecting flightsCVG - MDW, ORDEvery day
- Alaskafrom $675Typical price: $485–1,15021 weekly connecting flightsCVG - ORDEvery day
Popular airports near Cincinnati
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Cincinnati center and popularity with travelers.
- Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)CincinnatiUnited States19 min9 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States1 hr 52 min104 mi
- John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)ColumbusUnited States1 hr 48 min106 mi
- Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)LouisvilleUnited States1 hr 47 min92 mi
Popular airports near Chicago
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ChicagoUnited States27 min16 mi
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 25 min75 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Cincinnati to Chicago
The cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Chicago are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $140 to $185.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Southwest from $176. The cheapest one-way flight was with Southwest from $79.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest American flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $176, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
- The cheapest United flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $176, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $176, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $196, flying from Aug 29 to Aug 31.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $240, flying from Aug 13 to Aug 17.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $675, flying from Aug 13 to Aug 17.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Chicago starts at $176 from Sat, Aug 15 to Mon, Aug 17. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $79 and departs on Wed, Aug 5.
1 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Cincinnati to Chicago.
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Cincinnati to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Cincinnati to Chicago really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Cincinnati to Chicago.
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 55 nonstop flights and 459 connecting flights per week. American flies from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 14 nonstop flights and 1,587 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Other popular airlines flying from Cincinnati to Chicago are:
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 55 nonstop flights and 459 connecting flights per week. American flies from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 14 nonstop flights and 1,587 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Other popular airlines flying from Cincinnati to Chicago are:
- United offers 50 nonstop flights and 222 connecting flights per week. United flies from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Delta offers 831 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Frontier offers 50 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Alaska offers 21 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Southwest from $176. The cheapest one-way flight was with Southwest from $79.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest American flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $176, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
- The cheapest United flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $176, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $176, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 10.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $196, flying from Aug 29 to Aug 31.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $240, flying from Aug 13 to Aug 17.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Cincinnati to Chicago is $675, flying from Aug 13 to Aug 17.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Cincinnati to Chicago.
- There are 55 American direct flights from Cincinnati to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 50 United direct flights from Cincinnati to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 14 Southwest direct flights from Cincinnati to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Cincinnati and Chicago at price $323 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Jun 27 to Mon, Jun 29.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Cincinnati to Chicago.
- There are 55 American direct flights from Cincinnati to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 50 United direct flights from Cincinnati to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 14 Southwest direct flights from Cincinnati to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Cincinnati to Chicago on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Cincinnati and Chicago start at $176 from Sat, Aug 8 to Mon, Aug 10 with Southwest.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Cincinnati to Chicago, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Cincinnati and Chicago start at $376 from Sat, Aug 8 to Mon, Aug 10 with American.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Cincinnati and Chicago start at $176 from Sat, Aug 15 to Mon, Aug 17.
To book business class trips from Cincinnati to Chicago, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Cincinnati and Chicago starts at $323 from Sat, Jun 27 to Mon, Jun 29 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Cincinnati and Chicago at price $323 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Jun 27 to Mon, Jun 29.
To find last-minute flight deals from Cincinnati to Chicago, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Popular trips from Cincinnati
These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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- Seattle$383Oct 24 — Oct 261 stop7 hr 6 minUnited
- London$865Nov 12 — Nov 163 stops22 hr 45 minAir Canada, SWISS, United
- Las Vegas$151Aug 13 — Aug 16Nonstop4 hr 14 minFrontier
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