Flying from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG): What you need to know
Get your trip started at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Look for flights from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) that jet out of this base.
Around 4 hours 25 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport flight.
The timezone in Cincinnati is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Seattle. Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport is located in Cincinnati.
The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG), with 15 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from SEA to CVG is the 10am Alaska Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 11:49pm with Alaska Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Seattle to CVG. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Reach your destination without the detour from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Nonstop flights from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) are available from here.
When leaving from SEA, you can take a direct flight from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport with Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from SEA to CVG.
Delta Air Lines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
81.27% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from SEA.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Seattle to CVG flight:
About Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Pick up a Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport rental car and explore Cincinnati and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Hertz and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport flight.
Getting from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to central Cincinnati
Central Cincinnati is roughly 193 kilometres from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
$123 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport. A return flight starts from $201. These prices may change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to CVG. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Cincinnati. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Cincinnati is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Seattle to CVG plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cincinnati
Start your Cincinnati trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Cincinnati when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Cincinnati Music Hall followed by Cincinnati Museum Centre at Union Terminal and The Gorilla Exhibit.
Explore more of the United States
Cincinnati has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 48 kilometres south of Cincinnati, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre.
Around 290 kilometres west of Cincinnati, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.
