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$112+ Cheap flights from South Bend (SBN) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBN — LAX
May 24 — May 311
Sat 5/24
Sat 5/31
1 adult, Economy
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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$126
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$112
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$484
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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 19, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 7/3110:46 pmSBN - LAS
Nonstop3h 52mAllegiant Air
Sun 8/33:19 pmLAS - SBN
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/19$126
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 7/112:39 pmSBN - LAS
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/48:00 amLAS - SBN
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/810:46 pmSBN - LAX
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1410:18 pmLAX - SBN
1 stop20h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sat 7/122:14 pmSBN - LAS
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Sat 7/199:30 amLAS - SBN
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Deal found 5/18$241
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/110:07 pmSBN - LAS
Nonstop4h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/125:45 amLAS - SBN
3 stops25h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 - SFO
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/711:59 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop9h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/18$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/110:07 pmSBN - SAN
1 stop12h 06mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/56:15 amSAN - SBN
1 stop12h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sat 7/127:25 amSBN - SFO
2 stops13h 17mDelta
Tue 7/1512:50 amSFO - SBN
2 stops9h 44mDelta
Deal found 5/18$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Fri 7/412:39 pmSBN - ONT
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/1012:46 pmONT - SBN
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/18$269
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/110:07 pmSBN - BUR
1 stop16h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/44:18 pmBUR - SBN
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/225:15 pmSBN - ONT
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Sun 7/2710:05 pmONT - SBN
1 stop9h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/18$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/247:35 amSBN - LAS
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/316:00 amLAS - SBN
2 stops8h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/19$279

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Bend to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 19, 2025.
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 7/31

10:46 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 8/3

3:19 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$126

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

Sat 7/5

5:15 am-4:44 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$229

South BendLos Angeles

SBN - LAX

SBNLAX

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 6/8

10:46 pm-6:51 am

1 stop11h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/14

10:18 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop20h 38m

$239

South BendLas Vegas

SBN - LAS

SBNLAS

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 7/12

2:14 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 7/19

9:30 am-8:44 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$241

South BendLas Vegas

SBN - LAS

SBNLAS

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 6/1

10:07 pm-11:16 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 6/12

5:45 am-9:58 am

3 stops25h 13m

$255

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 7/1

5:29 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 7/7

11:59 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$257

South BendSan Diego

SBN - SAN

SBNSAN

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 6/1

10:07 pm-7:13 am

1 stop12h 06m

San Diego

Thu 6/5

6:15 am-9:56 pm

1 stop12h 41m

$264

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 7/12

7:25 am-5:42 pm

2 stops13h 17m

San Francisco

Tue 7/15

12:50 am-1:34 pm

2 stops9h 44m

$267

South BendOntario

SBN - ONT

SBNONT

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 7/4

12:39 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Ontario

Thu 7/10

12:46 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$269

South BendBurbank

SBN - BUR

SBNBUR

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 6/1

10:07 pm-11:10 am

1 stop16h 03m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 6/4

4:18 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop26h 38m

$274

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Best time to book a flight from South Bend to California

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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 19, 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 19, 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
162 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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
162 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
162 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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
7,951 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
162 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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
8,743 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
162 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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
732 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
162 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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
162 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

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 ($112), American Airlines ($115), and Delta ($139).

  • 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 Diego, 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 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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