Chicago to Cincinnati flights
Direct and connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Chicago to Cincinnati take?
Flight time from Chicago (ORD) to Cincinnati (CVG) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Chicago to Cincinnati?
Airline availability for ORD to CVG changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Chicago to Cincinnati?
Direct (nonstop) availability on ORD to CVG varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- SkyWest5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- ENY5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- CSB5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- CKS5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 6 sightings | No recorded events |
| SkyWest | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| ENY | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| CSB | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| CKS | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning ORD → CVG
ORD to CVG is a short-haul route of 425 km (264 mi). See the return CVG → ORD route.
Alternative airports near Chicago: Chicago-Wheeling (PWK) — 15 km, Chicago (MDW) — 25 km, Chicago (CGX) — 28 km.
Alternative airports near Cincinnati: Cincinnati (LUK) — 22 km, Hamilton (HAO) — 37 km, Dayton (MGY) — 71 km.