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Data updated: 2026-10-28 12:25:51

San Diego (SAN) to Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) Flights

Compare flights from San Diego to Cincinnati / Covington, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
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SAN········· ·········CVG
San Diego International AirportCincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport
Distance
1,865 miles
Flight time
4h 15m
Time difference
CVG is 3h ahead
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Return date

Flights from San Diego to Cincinnati / Covington

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from SAN to CVG on 2026-11-02
12:45SANPST UTC−84h 15m
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Nonstop
20:00CVGEST UTC−5$259.00One-way
Flight details

Flight route map

San Diego (SAN) to Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from San Diego (SAN), California, to Cincinnati / Covington (CVG), Kentucky, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,865 miles.

Departure
San Diego International Airport · California, United States · 32° 44' 01" N 117° 11' 24" W
Flight route
1,865 miles · 4h 15m
Direction
67.16° (ENE)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 37.00714, longitude -101.59604, approximately 930.67 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,861.3 miles
Driving route
2,105 miles · 42 hr 21 min
Time difference
CVG is 3h ahead
Destination
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · Kentucky, United States · 39° 02' 56" N 84° 40' 04" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,865 miles
Average flight time
4h 15m
Time difference
CVG is 3h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from San Diego to Cincinnati / Covington is 67.16°, and the compass direction is ENE.

Airport information

San Diego International Airport

San Diego International Airport
San Diego, California, United States
32° 44' 01" N, 117° 11' 24" W
Elevation: 17 ft (5 m)
Time zone: PDT UTC−7
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What's the weather like in San Diego and Cincinnati / Covington?

Temperature unit:

SAN · San Diego

67°FPartly cloudyFeels like 69°F
Humidity
77%
Wind
3 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

CVG · Cincinnati / Covington

67°FSunnyFeels like 65°F
Humidity
47%
Wind
2 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2875°F | 50°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2978°F | 53°FSunny
Fri, Oct 3072°F | 54°FOvercast
Sat, Oct 3166°F | 53°FOvercast
Sun, Nov 161°F | 54°FSlight rain

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Everything you need to know for your flight from San Diego to Cincinnati / Covington

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Sep is lowest at USD 232. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 504, the difference is USD 272. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 109 on 2026-12-04, USD 30 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 259 on 2026-11-02 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.