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Flight deals from Cincinnati to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Francisco.$278 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.
San Francisco.$278 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Aug, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.
San Francisco.$293 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.
San Francisco.$293 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.
San Francisco.$293 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.
San Francisco.$316 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Thu, 29 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From $316, select.
San Francisco.$340 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From $340, select.
San Francisco.$340 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 19 Aug.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky.Price includes taxes and charges.From $340, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cincinnati to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
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Jun
from $293
Jul
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Aug
from $293
Sep
from $278
Oct
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Direct flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International

Cincinnati to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cincinnati to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Cincinnati to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$278
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineBreeze Airways
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco International is $278. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Cincinnati to San Francisco International.
Breeze Airways flies direct from Cincinnati to San Francisco International.
As of May 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to San Francisco International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport on Sunday, 24 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 17 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Francisco International is Breeze Airways .

Flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG), the main airport in Cincinnati. Look for flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) that depart from this base.

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport is 5 hours 13 minutes.

  • San Francisco is 3 hours behind Cincinnati. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.

  • With 1 direct flights a week between the two airports, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the most popular route. Breeze Airways operates the earliest flight at 09:33. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from CVG to SFO is with Breeze Airways at 09:34.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Cincinnati to SFO.

  • Peak months like July or holiday times such as summer and spring break will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.

Airports in Cincinnati

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)

  • Go straight to your destination from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG). Direct flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) can be booked from here.

  • When taking off from CVG, you can take a direct flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport with Breeze Airways.

  • From central Cincinnati, CVG is around 21 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.

About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco is around 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 47 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • For a one-way ticket from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport, $138 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $278. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.

  • 8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to score flight tickets from Cincinnati to SFO.

  • To snag the lowest price on your tickets from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to browse the most affordable day to fly.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a deal you can't miss. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from searching for flight tickets from Cincinnati to SFO every day.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport.

The best time to fly from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • February is the quietest time of year to fly to San Francisco. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.

  • The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Book your flights from Cincinnati to SFO in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about San Francisco

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Francisco right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are attractions you won't want to skip in San Francisco.

Complete your San Francisco trip with a car rental

  • Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in San Francisco. Check out the exclusive deals and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.

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