Flying from Cleveland to Cincinnati: what you need to know
Get your trip started at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), the main airport in Cleveland. Search for flights from Cleveland to Cincinnati that leave from this terminal.
When it comes to where you'll land, Cincinnati's major arrival point is Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG).
Cleveland and Cincinnati are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Cleveland to Cincinnati flight.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cleveland to Cincinnati
To find cheap Cleveland to Cincinnati flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Cleveland
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
CLE is about 16 kilometres from central Cleveland. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Cleveland to Cincinnati, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, 76.58% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
CLE's address is 5300 Riverside Drive.
Arriving in Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
The distance from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to central Cincinnati is roughly 193 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
Travel at your own speed with a Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and discover more of Cincinnati and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Best time to go to Cincinnati
July is the busiest month for flights from Cleveland to Cincinnati. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Cincinnati in February.
The warmest month in Cincinnati is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Cleveland to Cincinnati ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Cleveland to Cincinnati in January when temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Cincinnati
Start your Cincinnati trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cleveland to Cincinnati, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Cincinnati Art Museum and Fountain Square are major attractions which should feature on any good Cincinnati itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Cincinnati has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres north-west of Cincinnati, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Columbus is another standout destination in United States and is around 161 kilometres north-east of Cincinnati. No trip is complete without dropping by Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
