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$274+ Cheap flights from South Bend to Columbia (SBN - CAE)

SBN — CAE
Sep 26 — Oct 31
Sat 9/26
Sat 10/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Bend to Columbia

Cheapest flights from South Bend to Columbia

Sat 10/102:00 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Sat 10/245:11 pm -
1 stop4h 31m
Deal found 8/26$334
Fri 11/65:55 pm -
1 stop5h 52m
Sun 11/85:40 am -
1 stop4h 55m
Deal found 8/25$388
Sat 10/177:16 pm -
1 stop4h 40m
Sun 10/184:54 pm -
1 stop5h 11m
Deal found 8/26$394
Sat 10/105:42 pm -
1 stop6h 17m
Sat 10/244:53 pm -
1 stop4h 37m
Deal found 8/25$397
Fri 10/26:21 pm -
1 stop4h 44m
Sun 10/48:28 pm -
1 stop3h 57m
Deal found 8/25$432
Sat 12/125:25 am -
2 stops8h 55m
Tue 12/152:25 pm -
1 stop5h 26m
Deal found 8/22$449

Find flight deals from South Bend to Columbia

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$334
(Delta)

One-way from

$274
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$426
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From South Bend/Michiana to Columbia Metropolitan
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One-way flight from South Bend/Michiana to Columbia Metropolitan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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South BendColumbia

SBN South Bend/Michiana - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

SBNCAE

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 10/22

5:00 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 11/1

5:11 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$388

South BendColumbia

SBN South Bend/Michiana - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

SBNCAE

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 10/10

5:42 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/24

4:53 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$397

South BendColumbia

SBN South Bend/Michiana - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

SBNCAE

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 12/12

5:25 am-2:20 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/15

2:25 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$449
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

South BendColumbia

SBN South Bend/Michiana - CAE Columbia Metropolitan

SBNCAE

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 10/28

10:03 am-2:17 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$274

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Deals found on 8/23

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Compare providers for flights from South Bend to Columbia

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from South Bend to Columbia in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on South Bend-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from South Bend-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on South Bend-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Columbia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from South Bend to Columbia?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

South Bend to Columbia flights typically cost between $392 and $605 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $334 on Delta (Oct 10-Oct 24).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Bend to Columbia, such as Delta and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,531 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,531 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,531 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,008 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,531 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Related info for your journey

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

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from South Bend to Columbia in just under 4h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 32m. The distance between South Bend and Columbia is about 605 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from South Bend to Columbia round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from South Bend to Columbia round-trip from $303. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. Delta is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from South Bend to Columbia

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$303Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$347Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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