Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Cincinnati to San Diego?

Flights connecting via Salt Lake City (SLC) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 48m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Cincinnati to San Diego?

Salt Lake City (SLC) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 52m.

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

Breeze Airways and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Diego

What airlines fly to San Diego?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Cincinnati according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Cincinnati and San Diego?

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 32% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Cincinnati to San Diego?

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $278.

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

Prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of June 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to San Diego Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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 San Diego Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $343 to $510. The lowest price recently found on this route was $254.

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8:34 pm - 11:51 pm

CVG

SAN

6h 17m

1 stop

12:24 pm - 7:55 pm

SAN

CVG

4h 31mnonstop

$254Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 20

9:52 am - 11:39 am

CVG

SAN

4h 47mnonstop

6:25 am - 8:25 pm

SAN

CVG

11h 00m

2 stops

$256Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Aug 27

9:30 pm - 3:41 pm

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SAN

21h 11m

1 stop

8:32 pm - 11:20 am

SAN

CVG

11h 48m

1 stop

$257Frontier

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

8:30 pm - 11:51 pm

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SAN

6h 21m

1 stop

6:25 am - 7:25 pm

SAN

CVG

10h 00m

1 stop

$258Frontier

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Aug 26

8:00 am - 3:27 pm

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SAN

10h 27m

1 stop

4:40 pm - 4:29 pm

SAN

CVG

20h 49m

1 stop

$259Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 5

8:34 pm - 11:51 pm

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SAN

6h 17m

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6:35 am - 6:22 pm

SAN

CVG

8h 47m

1 stop

$261Frontier

Tue, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 13

7:00 pm - 2:08 pm

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22h 08m

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3:03 pm - 8:25 pm

SAN

CVG

26h 22m

1 stop

$262Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jul 13 - Wed, Jul 22

6:05 am - 3:41 pm

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SAN

12h 36m

1 stop

12:45 pm - 8:00 pm

SAN

CVG

4h 15mnonstop

$263Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23

8:26 pm - 11:51 pm

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SAN

6h 25m

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6:35 am - 6:22 pm

SAN

CVG

8h 47m

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$264Frontier

Sat, Aug 8 - Thu, Aug 13

10:15 am - 12:00 pm

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SAN

4h 45mnonstop

12:45 pm - 8:00 pm

SAN

CVG

4h 15mnonstop

$268Breeze Airways

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

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Breeze Airways flights from Cincinnati to San Diego

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Breeze Airways

Aug 11

CVG9:52 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

4h 47m

SAN11:39 amSan Diego

Aug 18

SAN12:24 pmSan Diego

4h 31m

CVG7:55 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$276

Breeze Airways

Aug 9

CVG9:52 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

4h 47m

SAN11:39 amSan Diego

Aug 18

SAN12:24 pmSan Diego

4h 31m

CVG7:55 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$295

Breeze Airways

Jul 7

CVG9:52 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

4h 47m

SAN11:39 amSan Diego

Jul 14

SAN12:24 pmSan Diego

4h 31m

CVG7:55 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$313

Frontier flights from Cincinnati to San Diego

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Frontier

Sep 14

CVG9:30 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

21h 11m

1 stop

SAN3:41 pmSan Diego

Sep 21

SAN8:32 pmSan Diego

11h 48m

1 stop

CVG11:20 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$257

Frontier

Aug 25

CVG8:30 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

6h 21m

1 stop

SAN11:51 pmSan Diego

Aug 26

SAN6:25 amSan Diego

10h 00m

1 stop

CVG7:25 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$258

Frontier

Aug 11

CVG8:34 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

6h 17m

1 stop

SAN11:51 pmSan Diego

Aug 13

SAN6:35 amSan Diego

8h 47m

1 stop

CVG6:22 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$261

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Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 8/13

8:34 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 17m

San Diego

Thu 8/20

12:24 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$254

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CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 8/23

9:52 am-11:39 am

Nonstop4h 47m

San Diego

Thu 8/27

6:25 am-8:25 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$256

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CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 9/14

9:30 pm-3:41 pm

1 stop21h 11m

San Diego

Mon 9/21

8:32 pm-11:20 am

1 stop11h 48m

$257

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CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 8/25

8:30 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 21m

San Diego

Wed 8/26

6:25 am-7:25 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$258

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 7/30

8:00 am-3:27 pm

1 stop10h 27m

San Diego

Wed 8/5

4:40 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$259

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 8/11

8:34 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 17m

San Diego

Thu 8/13

6:35 am-6:22 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$261

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 7/13

7:00 pm-2:08 pm

2 stops22h 08m

San Diego

Wed 7/22

3:03 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop26h 22m

$262

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 10/20

6:05 am-3:41 pm

1 stop12h 36m

San Diego

Fri 10/23

12:45 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$263

CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 8/8

8:26 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 25m

San Diego

Thu 8/13

6:35 am-6:22 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$264

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CincinnatiSan Diego

CVG - SAN

CVGSAN

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 10/26

10:15 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

San Diego

Fri 10/30

12:45 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$268

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of August, then departing from Cincinnati during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $334.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from Cincinnati to San Diego is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $217. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $358. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Cincinnati when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $386 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Cincinnati for as low as $291 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cincinnati to San Diego flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Cincinnati to San Diego 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 San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cincinnati to San Diego flight.

How have Cincinnati to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for Cincinnati to San Diego flights are approximately 4% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$163
Fastest flight time	4h 45m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri and Sat
Airports in San Diego	1 airport

The best one-way flight to San Diego from Cincinnati in the past 72 hours is $163. The best round-trip flight deal from Cincinnati to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $310.

The fastest flight from Cincinnati to San Diego takes 4h 45m

Direct flights go from Cincinnati to San Diego on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Breeze Airways.

There is 1 airport in San Diego. From Cincinnati there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN).

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How far is Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Diego by plane?
The straight-line distance from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to San Diego is 1867.2 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to San Diego Airport?
As of June 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to San Diego Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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 San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cincinnati to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cincinnati and San Diego, the leading plane model is Airbus A220-300, making up 91.79% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321-100/200 with 2.99%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 2.24%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 1.49%.
What is the most popular airline from Cincinnati to San Diego?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cincinnati to San Diego is American Airlines, representing 25% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Breeze Airways at 21%, Delta at 18%, and Frontier at 17%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $145	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,877 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Breeze Airways	PriceFrom $163	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 292 reviews	Search Breeze Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,420 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,865 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,715 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,241 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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