Travelling from Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG): What you need to know
Get your trip started at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), the main airport in Philadelphia. Search for flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) that leave from this base.
Take off on a direct Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours.
Cincinnati's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Philadelphia. Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is located in Cincinnati.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is the most popular route. There are 31 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with American Airlines at 9:19pm. Choose the first PHL to CVG departure operated by American Airlines at 8:14am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to CVG.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) depart from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from PHL.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with American Airlines between PHL and CVG.
With 75.4% of its services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
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When it comes to keeping flights on track, Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
The address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
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Getting from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to central Cincinnati
Central Cincinnati is around 21 kilometres from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
R 1,409 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,498. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Philadelphia to CVG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). July is when most people travel to Cincinnati. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in December.
Book a Philadelphia to CVG plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cincinnati to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cincinnati
Start your Cincinnati trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your visit to Cincinnati won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Cincinnati Music Hall, Cincinnati Museum Centre at Union Terminal and National Underground Railroad Freedom Centre.
Explore more of the United States
Cincinnati will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 48 kilometres south of Cincinnati, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 290 kilometres west of Cincinnati. No journey is complete without experiencing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
