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Sezzle divides your Cleveland flight into four equal payments spread over six weeks, all interest-free. The platform is particularly popular with budget-conscious travellers booking domestic US routes, where keeping the upfront cost low matters most. Instant approval at Laters.com checkout.
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Cleveland · CLE · US
Value for Money
7.5/10
Flight Frequency
7/10
BNPL Availability
8/10
Airport Experience
7.5/10
Visa Ease
8/10
Destination Appeal
5.5/10
Editorial snapshot
Flying to Cleveland rewards the traveller who does their homework. Domestic fares are competitive year-round, with the real sweet spot in January through March when prices drop and crowds thin. The airport is one of the more pleasant mid-size hubs in the Midwest, with a direct rail link that most American cities would envy. This trip suits the budget-conscious road-tripper, the sports fan, and the culture-seeker who prefers a city that has not yet been polished for Instagram.
Score based on Laters booking data and editorial review, 2026
Summer is Cleveland's sweet spot for visitors and its priciest window for flights, with June through August seeing the highest demand. January and February offer the lowest fares by a clear margin, though lake-effect snow is a real factor. Spring and autumn hit a useful middle ground: decent weather, lower prices, and festivals worth planning around.
| Month | Price Band | Demand | Travel note |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Budget | Low | Coldest month; lake-effect snow likely. Lowest fares of the year. |
| February | Budget | Low | Still cold; good for museum-heavy itineraries. Fares stay low. |
| March | Budget | Low | St. Patrick's Day parade draws some visitors. Shoulder pricing. |
| April | Mid | Medium | MLB season opens; Indians fans start arriving. Fares tick up. |
| May | Mid | Medium | Warm and pleasant; good for outdoor exploring before peak crowds. |
| June | Peak | High | Lake Erie season begins; demand rises sharply. Book 6-8 weeks ahead. |
| July | Peak | High | Peak summer; festivals and sports events fill the city. |
| August | Peak | High | Still busy; fares remain elevated. Last chance for summer lake days. |
| September | Mid | Medium | Crowd and price relief; weather remains warm and agreeable. |
| October | Mid | Medium | Fall foliage nearby; NFL season drives weekend demand. |
| November | Budget | Low | Thanksgiving week is the exception; otherwise quiet and affordable. |
| December | Peak | High | Holiday travel spikes fares significantly. Book at least 8 weeks out. |
Cheapest month
January — average fares around $69 one-way
Peak season warning
June-August and December: fares rise 40-60% above January lows. Book 8-10 weeks ahead.
Fares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
IATA: CLE · 18 km from downtown Cleveland · 30 km from University Circle
Cleveland Hopkins is a single-terminal airport with concourses A, B, C, and D, handling all domestic and the limited international traffic into the city. American, United, Delta, Southwest, Spirit, and Frontier are the dominant carriers here. The airport is notably compact by US standards, which means baggage claim and ground transport are reached quickly after landing.
| Transport | Cost (approx) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| RTA Red Line rapid transit | USD $2.50 one-way | 20-25 min to downtown |
| Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) | USD $20-$35 to downtown | 20-30 min depending on traffic |
| Metered taxi | USD $35-$45 to downtown | 20-35 min to city centre |
IATA: CAK · 72 km from downtown Cleveland · 60 km from Akron
Akron-Canton serves as a secondary option for Cleveland-area travellers, primarily via Allegiant Air and a handful of other carriers. Fares here can undercut CLE on certain leisure routes, particularly to Sun Belt destinations. Ground transfer to Cleveland requires a car or rideshare, so factor that into your total trip cost.
| Transport | Cost (approx) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) | USD $65-$90 to downtown Cleveland | 50-65 min to downtown Cleveland |
| Rental car | USD $40-$70/day | 55-65 min drive to Cleveland |
Check-in tips
At Laters.com checkout, you can split seat upgrades, extra baggage allowance, or lounge access passes into instalments alongside your fare. Affirm and Afterpay both cover these add-ons, so you pay for the full experience over time.
Make your Cleveland trip work harder by splitting every add-on at checkout.
Lock in a window seat for the Lake Erie approach into CLE.
Available with all providersBring home that Rock Hall merch without squeezing it into a carry-on.
Split across 4 paymentsCleveland winters are unpredictable; cover flight disruptions before you go.
Available with AffirmBundle a downtown Cleveland hotel and pay over time, not upfront.
Split with Klarna or AfterpayBook a private transfer from CLE to your hotel and pay later.
Available with AfterpayStay connected navigating Cleveland's neighbourhoods without roaming charges.
Available with SezzleMost travellers flying into Cleveland come from other major US cities, with New York, Chicago, and Atlanta accounting for the highest volume of routes. A handful of connecting services link CLE to international gateways.
New York to Cleveland
American Airlines, JetBlue, United · 1h 40m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $36/instalmentChicago to Cleveland
United Airlines, American Airlines · 1h 10m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $30/instalmentAtlanta to Cleveland
Delta, Southwest · 1h 50m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $40/instalmentLos Angeles to Cleveland
American Airlines, United Airlines · 4h 45m · Direct
Pay in 4 from $47/instalmentDallas to Cleveland
American Airlines, Southwest · 2h 40m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $46/instalmentMiami to Cleveland
American Airlines, Spirit · 2h 30m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $43/instalmentBoston to Cleveland
JetBlue, American Airlines · 2h 0m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $33/instalmentDenver to Cleveland
United Airlines, Frontier · 3h 10m · Direct
Pay in 4 from $40/instalmentLondon to Cleveland
American Airlines, United Airlines · 10h 30m · Via New York or Philadelphia
Pay in 4 from $137/instalmentFares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
Several major US carriers compete for Cleveland routes, keeping domestic fares honest. Budget airlines add further pressure on price, making CLE one of the more competitive mid-size airports in the Midwest.
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