Travelling from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). Explore your options for taking off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 45 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport flight.
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is located in Cincinnati. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Washington DC.
With 41 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:49am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from DCA to CVG is with American Airlines at 8:45pm.
Your flight from Washington DC to CVG won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Fly without interruptions from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) are available from here.
Book your direct flight from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport with American Airlines. This popular carrier operates departures from DCA.
American Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from DCA to CVG.
Among carriers on this route, Delta leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider beginning your travels from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Get on your direct flight from Washington DC to CVG with United Airlines. This is one of the top airlines flying this route out of IAD.
United ranks number one in bookings on the IAD to CVG route.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is United. Its Washington Dulles International Airport to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport flights arrive as planned 75.54% of the time.
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
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When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Start your trip at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) and go straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport out of here.
Southwest Airlines is one popular carrier that offers direct Washington DC to CVG plane tickets from BWI.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Southwest Airlines from BWI to CVG.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 78.75% of its services arriving as planned.
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to arrive by car and 50 minutes or so if you use public transport.
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The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
To get the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport flight.
Getting from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to central Cincinnati
From Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, central Cincinnati is around 21 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is R 1,081. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,082. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Snap up cheap flights from Washington DC to CVG by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
December is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Cincinnati based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Washington DC to CVG plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Cincinnati, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cincinnati
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There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Cincinnati Music Hall, Cincinnati Museum Centre at Union Terminal and National Underground Railroad Freedom Centre are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Cincinnati itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Cincinnati, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 48 kilometres south to Columbus to tick off its leading attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres west of Cincinnati. No journey is complete without seeing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.