Traveling from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the best departure point for your flight from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG). Explore your options for leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be traveling for 1 hour 40 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport flight.
Cincinnati's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC. Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport is located in Cincinnati.
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) is the most popular route. There are 39 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with American Airlines at 8:45pm. Go for the first DCA to CVG departure operated by American Airlines at 7:49am if you'd rather not wait around.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Washington DC to CVG. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
When jetting out of DCA, you can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport with Delta Air Lines.
Most passengers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines between DCA and CVG.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta Air Lines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
DCA is about 5 miles from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Ronald Reagan National Airport:
When it comes to Ronald Reagan National Airport's on-time performance, 76.44% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about kicking off your journey from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) plane ticket with departures from here.
United Airlines offers direct flights from Washington DC to CVG departing from IAD. Book your favorite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
United Airlines is the most popular choice for travelers flying from IAD to CVG.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is United Airlines. Its Washington Dulles International Airport to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport flights land without delay 78.9% of the time.
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 35 miles away, and getting there by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Washington DC to CVG flight? Relax in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
74.39% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Get straight to the good part and take a direct flight from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Get ready to jet away with Southwest Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to CVG plane tickets from BWI.
Southwest Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from BWI to CVG.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 75.21% of its services landing on schedule.
BWI is roughly 30 miles from central Washington DC. The drive from the city center to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive as expected. At BWI, that rate is 77.13%.
About Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Hit the road running by picking up a Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Cincinnati's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport flight.
Getting from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to central Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport is roughly 120 miles from central Cincinnati. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
$66 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport. Return flights start from $139. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Washington DC to CVG.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Cincinnati. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Washington DC to CVG plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cincinnati to range from 61ºF to 90ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºF and 45ºF.
More about Cincinnati
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cincinnati:
Your Cincinnati visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you can't miss include Cincinnati Music Hall, Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal and The Gorilla Exhibit.
Explore more of the United States
Cincinnati is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 30 miles south of Cincinnati, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Center.
Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 180 miles west of Cincinnati. No journey is complete without experiencing 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.