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$78+ Cheap flights from South Bend (SBN) to California

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SBN — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$171
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$78
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$435
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Cheapest flights from South Bend to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Bend to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/289:26 pmSBN - LAS
Nonstop4h 09mAllegiant Air
Sun 8/311:57 pmLAS - SBN
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/30$170
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/15:29 pmSBN - LAS
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/312:59 amLAS - SBN
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1810:26 pmSBN - LAS
Nonstop4h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/226:43 pmLAS - SBN
2 stops21h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:14 amSBN - LAS
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Fri 7/46:08 amLAS - SBN
2 stops13h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/30$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/185:15 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop10h 25mDelta
Tue 7/2211:59 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/30$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/45:33 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/155:23 amSFO - SBN
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/295:47 pmSBN - ONT
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Fri 5/307:05 amONT - SBN
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Deal found 4/30$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/287:30 amSBN - SNA
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Thu 5/2912:45 pmSNA - SBN
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/30$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/297:15 amSBN - ONT
1 stop9h 37mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/2911:59 pmONT - SBN
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1711:47 amSBN - SAN
1 stop9h 01mDelta
Tue 6/2410:30 pmSAN - SBN
1 stop9h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/314:32 pmSBN - SMF
1 stop9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/1311:55 pmSMF - SBN
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/314:32 pmSBN - SNA
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/119:55 amSNA - SBN
2 stops11h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$294

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Bend to California that are best for you.

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South Bend

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

South BendLas Vegas

SBN - LAS

SBNLAS

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 7/24

10:46 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 8/3

3:19 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$171

South BendLas Vegas

SBN - LAS

SBNLAS

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 7/1

5:29 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/3

12:59 am-12:09 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$229

South BendLas Vegas

SBN - LAS

SBNLAS

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 7/1

7:19 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/4

12:04 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$237

South BendLas Vegas

SBN - LAS

SBNLAS

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 6/1

11:56 am-12:25 am

3 stops39h 29m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 6/19

3:19 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$240

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 7/18

5:15 pm-12:40 am

1 stop10h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 7/22

11:59 pm-11:04 am

1 stop8h 05m

$257

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 6/4

5:33 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop8h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 7/15

5:23 am-4:46 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$273

South BendOntario

SBN - ONT

SBNONT

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 5/29

5:47 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Ontario

Fri 5/30

7:05 am-5:07 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$277

South BendSanta Ana

SBN - SNA

SBNSNA

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 5/28

7:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/30

12:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$277

South BendOntario

SBN - ONT

SBNONT

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 5/29

7:15 am-1:52 pm

1 stop9h 37m

Ontario

Thu 5/29

11:59 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$289

South BendSacramento

SBN - SMF

SBNSMF

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 5/31

4:32 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/13

11:55 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$289

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Bend to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to California (average of $246). Flying from South Bend to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Bend to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Bend to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Bend to California, such as Breeze Airways, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from South Bend to California?

    Located just 3.4 mi from the city center, South Bend/Michiana (SBN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from South Bend.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Bend to California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from South Bend to California are Allegiant Air ($78), American Airlines ($115), and Delta ($129).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Bend to California?

    While some choose either South Bend/Michiana - Los Angeles or South Bend/Michiana - San Francisco, South Bend/Michiana - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl is the most popular route from South Bend to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Bend to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Bend to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Bend to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Bend to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Bend to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to California (average of $246). Flying from South Bend to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from South Bend to California

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South Bend to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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