What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago?

Southwest, Frontier, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago

How many flights depart from Cincinnati to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between Cincinnati and Chicago is 44 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 56% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Cincinnati to Chicago on average per week?

As of January 2026, 311 flights take off from Cincinnati and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Cincinnati according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago?

As of January 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cincinnati and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $244 to $454. The lowest price recently found on this route was $157.

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6:05 am - 6:30 am

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MDW

1h 25mnonstop

8:25 pm - 10:35 pm

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1h 10mnonstop

$157Southwest

Sat, Feb 14 - Mon, Feb 16

6:36 am - 7:09 am

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1h 33mnonstop

4:01 pm - 6:21 pm

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$157American Airlines

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25h 32m

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4:18 pm - 12:41 am

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CVG

7h 23m

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$159Frontier

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1:07 pm - 7:47 pm

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7h 40m

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6:25 am - 5:32 pm

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10h 07m

1 stop

$160Frontier

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1:01 pm - 3:28 pm

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1h 27mnonstop

$164United Airlines

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7:45 pm - 8:20 pm

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1h 35mnonstop

9:25 pm - 11:49 pm

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1h 24mnonstop

$171United Airlines

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6:05 am - 6:30 am

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8:25 pm - 10:35 pm

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1h 10mnonstop

$171Southwest

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1h 31mnonstop

6:55 am - 9:16 am

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1h 21mnonstop

$172American Airlines

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5:37 pm - 10:35 pm

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3h 58m

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$177Delta

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Frontier flights from Cincinnati to Chicago

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Mar 3

CVG3:20 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

25h 32m

1 stop

ORD3:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 10

ORD4:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

7h 23m

1 stop

CVG12:41 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$159

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Feb 2

CVG1:22 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

10h 24m

1 stop

ORD10:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 5

ORD5:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 15m

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CVG11:55 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$160

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Feb 18

CVG3:20 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

20h 26m

1 stop

ORD10:46 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 21

ORD4:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 51m

1 stop

CVG11:33 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$166

United Airlines flights from Cincinnati to Chicago

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Feb 12

CVG7:45 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

1h 35m

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 14

ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 24m

CVG11:49 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$171

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Mar 6

CVG7:03 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

1h 32m

ORD7:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 9

ORD9:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 24m

CVG11:46 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$225

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Apr 7

CVG2:08 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

1h 36m

ORD2:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 27m

CVG6:47 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$231

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Wed 2/18

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3:20 pm-3:52 pm

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1:07 pm-7:47 pm

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Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 2/23

7:45 pm-8:20 pm

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Nonstop1h 27m

$164

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Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

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Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

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8:25 pm-10:35 pm

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$171

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CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 2/16

5:05 am-5:36 am

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6:55 am-9:16 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$172

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Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 2/18

8:05 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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5:37 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$177

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cincinnati and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Cincinnati, with most prices found around $175. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in April, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Cincinnati to Chicago during March average around $237.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $534. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cincinnati to Chicago for around $700.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Cincinnati to Chicago during this time can be as low as $484. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $949.

What is the cheapest Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Cincinnati when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $296 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Cincinnati for as low as $224 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cincinnati to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cincinnati to Chicago flight.

How have Cincinnati to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Cincinnati to Chicago flights are approximately 143% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cincinnati to Chicago

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Best Price Found	$192
Fastest flight time	1h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Cincinnati in the past 72 hours is $192. The best round-trip flight deal from Cincinnati to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $334.

The fastest flight from Cincinnati to Chicago takes 1h 05m

Direct flights go from Cincinnati to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Cincinnati there are direct flights to Chicago Midway (MDW).

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How far is Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago by plane?
A flight from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago will travel around 251.8 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago?
As of January 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cincinnati to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Cincinnati to Chicago is Embraer 170 (13.05% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (11.50%), Airbus A319 (10.18%), and Embraer 175 (9.14%).
What is the most popular airline from Cincinnati to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cincinnati and Chicago, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 46% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 38%, Southwest with 10%, and Frontier with 6%.

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Southwest	PriceFrom $137	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,267 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,183 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $152	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,164 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

Southwest Flights From Cincinnati to Chicago
Southwest flight deals from Cincinnati to Chicago start from $137 round-trip. Over the 7 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $311 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
United Airlines Flights From Cincinnati to Chicago
United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Cincinnati to Chicago start from as low as $137 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $310. United Airlines operates 27 flights to Chicago from Cincinnati in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,183 reviews.

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The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Cincinnati, with most prices found around $175. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in April, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Cincinnati to Chicago during March average around $237.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Cincinnati to Chicago during this time can be as low as $484. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $949.

What is the cheapest Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

What cabin class options are available on Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cincinnati to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cincinnati to Chicago flight.

How have Cincinnati to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Cincinnati to Chicago flights are approximately 143% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago?

Southwest, Frontier, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

How many flights depart from Cincinnati to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between Cincinnati and Chicago is 44 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 56% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Cincinnati to Chicago on average per week?

As of January 2026, 311 flights take off from Cincinnati and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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