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$178+ Cheap flights from South Bend to Richmond (SBN - RIC)

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 12/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBN — RIC
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Bend to Richmond

Best flights from South Bend to Richmond
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Bend to Richmond that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 1/2211:47 amSBN - RIC
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/265:19 pmRIC - SBN
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 1/127:25 amSBN - RIC
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/167:06 amRIC - SBN
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 1/1211:47 amSBN - RIC
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/167:54 pmRIC - SBN
1 stop24h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$428

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Bend (SBN) to Richmond (RIC). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$319
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$178
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$515
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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South BendRichmond

SBN - RIC

SBNRIC

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 1/22

11:47 am-5:30 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/26

5:19 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$319

South BendRichmond

SBN - RIC

SBNRIC

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 1/12

7:25 am-2:47 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/16

7:06 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$389

South BendRichmond

SBN - RIC

SBNRIC

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 1/12

11:47 am-5:30 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/16

7:54 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop24h 02m

$428

South BendRichmond

SBN - RIC

SBNRIC

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 12/19

9:17 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop19h 52m

$178

South BendRichmond

SBN - RIC

SBNRIC

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 12/30

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$230

South BendRichmond

SBN - RIC

SBNRIC

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 12/29

5:54 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 33m

$233

South BendRichmond

SBN - RIC

SBNRIC

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 12/29

7:41 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 45m

$268

South BendRichmond

SBN - RIC

SBNRIC

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 1/4

10:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$320

South BendRichmond

SBN - RIC

SBNRIC

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 12/29

10:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$398

South BendRichmond

SBN - RIC

SBNRIC

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 12/30

10:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$398

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Deals found on 12/10

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from South Bend to Richmond in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on South Bend-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from South Bend-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on South Bend-Richmond 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-Richmond 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 Richmond

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to Richmond (average of $31). Flying from South Bend to Richmond in August is currently the most expensive (average of $75). 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.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. 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 Richmond. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from South Bend to Richmond. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Departing from South Bend to Richmond will take you 5h 43m. There are 559 mi between South Bend and Richmond. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($232), American Airlines ($248), and United Airlines ($253) offers the cheapest pricing from South Bend to Richmond. Delta is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to Richmond (average of $31). Flying from South Bend to Richmond in August is currently the most expensive (average of $75). 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 Richmond

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South Bend to Richmond. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$232Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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