Travelling from San Diego to Cincinnati: what you need to know
Many great adventures start at one of San Diego's main airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Check out your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Cincinnati departing from either of these.
Disembark at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG). This is Cincinnati's primary arrival point.
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct San Diego to Cincinnati flight.
The timezone in Cincinnati is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of San Diego.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your San Diego to Cincinnati flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like spring break, Christmas and New Year) can add an hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Cincinnati
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Cincinnati is R 1,583. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,147. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap San Diego to Cincinnati flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for finding a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from San Diego to Cincinnati is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Set off from San Diego International Airport (SAN) on a nonstop flight from San Diego to Cincinnati. From SAN, you can land directly at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG).
Look out for promotions with Breeze Airways. This airline offers direct San Diego to Cincinnati plane tickets out of SAN.
Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Cincinnati or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
Arriving in Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) is approximately 193 kilometres from central Cincinnati. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
Travel at your own pace with a Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and find adventure across Cincinnati and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport about two weeks in advance of your San Diego to Cincinnati flight.
Best time to go to Cincinnati
February is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Cincinnati, while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Cincinnati based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a San Diego to Cincinnati ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cincinnati to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap flights from San Diego to Cincinnati around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cincinnati
Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Cincinnati, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cincinnati:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Cincinnati Art Museum and Fountain Square are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Cincinnati itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Cincinnati, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 402 kilometres north-west to Chicago to tick off its must-visit sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres north-east of Cincinnati, Columbus is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
