HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Chicago

$96+ Cheap flights from South Bend (SBN) to Chicago (CHI)

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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBN — CHI
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from South Bend to Chicago with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from South Bend to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Bend (SBN) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$96
(Kiwi.com)

Good round-trip deal

$305 or less

Good one-way deal

$255 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for South Bend/Michiana-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for South Bend/Michiana-Chicago (CHI) flights.
Search Deals
From South Bend/Michiana to Chicago (CHI)
Search Deals
One-way flight from South Bend/Michiana to Chicago (CHI)
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Bend/Michiana to Chicago (CHI).
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Bend/Michiana to Chicago (CHI).
Search Deals

Find flight deals from South Bend to Chicago

Cheapest flights from South Bend to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Bend to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Mon 2/24:41 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/95:59 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/8$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Wed 2/119:15 amSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/54:10 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/8$192
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 4/173:26 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/197:40 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Thu 1/224:41 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/263:35 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/298:53 pmSBN - ORD
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/13:05 pmORD - SBN
1 stop18h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Thu 1/156:00 amSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/269:25 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$224
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/228:15 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/19:10 amORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Thu 1/2911:47 amSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/19:03 amORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Tue 1/279:15 amSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/3110:35 amORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Wed 1/2111:47 amSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/253:35 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/234:39 pmSBN - ORD
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/277:21 pmORD - SBN
1 stop21h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Tue 1/133:41 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/207:35 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$289

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from South Bend to Chicago 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 January 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Bend to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

South Bend

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

South BendChicago

SBN - ORD

SBNORD

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 2/4

9:30 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/11

7:35 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$179

South BendChicago

SBN - ORD

SBNORD

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 2/11

6:30 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

9:10 am-11:13 am

Nonstop1h 03m

$179

South BendChicago

SBN - ORD

SBNORD

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 5/1

8:00 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

9:25 pm-11:26 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

$179

South BendChicago

SBN - ORD

SBNORD

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 2/17

7:30 am-7:43 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

5:45 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$179

South BendChicago

SBN - ORD

SBNORD

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 2/11

9:15 am-9:33 am

Nonstop1h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

4:10 pm-6:08 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$192

South BendChicago

SBN - ORD

SBNORD

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 4/17

3:26 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/19

7:40 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$194

South BendChicago

SBN - ORD

SBNORD

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 1/22

4:41 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/26

3:35 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$209

South BendChicago

SBN - ORD

SBNORD

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 1/29

8:53 pm-10:35 am

1 stop14h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

3:05 pm-10:39 am

1 stop18h 34m

$223

South BendChicago

SBN - ORD

SBNORD

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 2/22

8:15 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

9:10 am-11:13 am

Nonstop1h 03m

$239

South BendChicago

SBN - ORD

SBNORD

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 2/6

4:41 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

9:03 am-11:12 am

Nonstop1h 09m

$239

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/6

Showing 1-10 of 24 results
1
2
3

Compare providers for flights from South Bend to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from South Bend to Chicago in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on South Bend-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on South Bend-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from South Bend-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on South Bend-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for South Bend-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from South Bend to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from South Bend with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Bend to Chicago

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to Chicago (average of $179). Flying from South Bend to Chicago in April is currently the most expensive (average of $226). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from South Bend to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 8, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Bend to Chicago in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Bend to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South Bend to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South Bend to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South Bend to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from South Bend to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 8, 2026.

The most flights from SBN to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated January 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from South Bend to Chicago. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,139 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,139 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,139 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Bend to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Chicago from South Bend, you will be flying from South Bend/Michiana, which is the city’s only airport. South Bend/Michiana (SBN) is located 3.4 mi from the center of South Bend. There are 11 flights from South Bend/Michiana to Chicago per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from South Bend to Chicago?

    Departing from South Bend to Chicago will take you 1h 18m. The distance from South Bend to Chicago is about 84 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from South Bend to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $179.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Bend to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from South Bend to Chicago consider choosing Air New Zealand (60%), SkyWest Airlines (55%) or Emirates (54%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Bend to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from South Bend to Chicago is $128. On average you can expect to pay $999. The most popular route, (South Bend/Michiana - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $179.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Bend to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Bend to Chicago.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Bend to Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to Chicago (average of $179). Flying from South Bend to Chicago in April is currently the most expensive (average of $226). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Chicago?

Book flights to Chicago if you plan to visit one of these locations
Lansing
Merrillville
Hammond
Porter
Benton Harbor

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for South Bend to Chicago

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Cincinnati to O'Hare Intl flights
O'Hare Intl to St. Louis flights
Cincinnati to Midway flights
Louisville to O'Hare Intl flights
Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl flights
Dayton to O'Hare Intl flights
Midway to St. Louis flights
Louisville to Midway flights
Indianapolis to Midway flights
Cincinnati to St. Louis flights
Dayton to Midway flights
O'Hare Intl to Evansville flights
Fort Wayne to O'Hare Intl flights
South Bend to O'Hare Intl flights
Indianapolis to St. Louis flights
O'Hare Intl to Burlington flights
South Bend to St. Louis flights
O'Hare Intl to Peoria flights
O'Hare Intl to Decatur flights
Evansville to O'Hare Intl flights
Kalamazoo to O'Hare Intl flights
Fort Wayne to Midway flights
Kalamazoo to St. Louis flights
Evansville to Midway flights
Cincinnati to Rockford flights
Dayton to St. Louis flights
Louisville to St. Louis flights
Cincinnati to Moline flights
O'Hare Intl to Moline flights
Fort Wayne to St. Louis flights
Kalamazoo to Midway flights
O'Hare Intl to Champaign flights
O'Hare Intl to Paducah flights
Dayton to Moline flights
O'Hare Intl to Springfield flights
O'Hare Intl to Bloomington flights
Louisville to Moline flights
Cincinnati to Evansville flights
Dayton to Quincy flights
South Bend to Midway flights
Dayton to Evansville flights
Owensboro to St. Louis flights
Midway to Peoria flights
Midway to Bloomington flights

Top airline flying from South Bend to Chicago

Discover the top airline that operate flights from South Bend to Chicago. 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.