Flying from Seattle to Cincinnati: what you need to know
Start your adventure at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Explore flights from Seattle to Cincinnati that leave from this base.
Get off the plane at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG). This is Cincinnati's primary arrival point.
The average time for a direct flight from Seattle to Cincinnati is 4 hours 22 minutes. Cincinnati's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Cincinnati 3 hours ahead of Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 17 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Seattle to Cincinnati is with Delta Air Lines at 10:59. Opt for the first SEA to CVG departure operated by Alaska Airlines at 09:45 if you want to get going early.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Seattle to Cincinnati.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
For a domestic flight within United States, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap flights from Seattle to Cincinnati, make sure your ID is up to date.
Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Cincinnati taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Begin your trip at SEA and end it at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG).
You'll find a direct flight from Seattle to Cincinnati with Delta Air Lines. This top airline offers services from SEA.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Seattle to Cincinnati that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Cincinnati? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seattle to Cincinnati. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Cincinnati:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
LKE is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 11 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 23 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seattle to Cincinnati, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
Arriving in Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to central Cincinnati is about 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It'll take around 38 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Cincinnati
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Cincinnati is 108 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 219 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from Seattle to Cincinnati by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Seattle to Cincinnati is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from Seattle to Cincinnati every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Seattle to Cincinnati. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Best time to go to Cincinnati
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Cincinnati. To escape the crowds, head to Cincinnati in February.
The warmest month in Cincinnati is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Seattle to Cincinnati in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Cincinnati sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Cincinnati
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cincinnati right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Cincinnati:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Cincinnati Art Museum and Fountain Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Cincinnati.
Complete your Cincinnati trip with a car rental
Browse our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Seattle to Cincinnati. Whether you're after a compact ride, roomy sedan or even something that'll turn heads, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
