San Francisco Bay Area

$208+ Cheap flights from South Bend (SBN) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBN — SFO
May 17 — May 241
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Cheapest flights from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/232:18 pm
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop6h 31m
Delta
Wed 5/2710:55 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop9h 18m
Delta
Deal found 4/16$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 9/912:32 pm
SBN
-
SFO
2 stops9h 29m
American Airlines
Tue 9/151:46 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop7h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/14$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/219:08 pm
SBN
-
SFO
2 stops47h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/278:44 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop13h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/161:18 pm
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop8h 47m
Delta
Sat 5/238:25 am
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop10h 13m
Delta
Deal found 4/16$306
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 5/231:38 pm
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop11h 29m
American Airlines
Wed 5/278:15 am
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop11h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/13$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 9/173:22 pm
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop6h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 9/236:05 am
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop7h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/207:10 am
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop8h 57m
Delta
Wed 6/311:34 am
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop6h 14m
Delta
Deal found 4/14$346
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 10/2812:32 pm
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop8h 21m
American Airlines
Fri 11/611:59 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop8h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/16$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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.
Sat 4/189:27 am
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop7h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2112:45 am
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop7h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/12$363
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 5/97:10 am
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop7h 07m
Delta
Sun 5/1011:59 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop8h 14m
Delta
Deal found 4/12$366
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 9/95:25 pm
SBN
-
SJC
1 stop8h 16m
Delta
Tue 9/1512:45 pm
SJC
-
SBN
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/16$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 6/96:00 am
SBN
-
SJC
1 stop8h 36m
Delta
Tue 6/237:00 am
SJC
-
SBN
2 stops12h 37m
Delta
Deal found 4/14$374

Find flight deals from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$273
(Delta)

One-way from

$208
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$436
Provider with most accurate pricing for South Bend/Michiana-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for South Bend/Michiana-San Francisco flights.
From South Bend/Michiana to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from South Bend/Michiana to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 17, 2026.
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 5/29

8:20 am-2:15 pm

1 stop8h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 6/2

12:30 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$273

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 5/23

2:18 pm-5:49 pm

1 stop6h 31m

San Francisco

Wed 5/27

5:55 am-8:48 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$335

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 5/2

3:14 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop7h 18m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

12:45 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 20m

$363
Quickest round-trip

South BendSan Jose

SBN - SJC

SBNSJC

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 5/8

6:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop7h 53m

San Jose

Wed 5/27

1:13 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$369

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 8/22

3:22 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop8h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

12:55 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 10m

$373

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 7/1

6:26 pm-12:32 am

1 stop9h 06m

San Francisco

Fri 7/3

12:50 am-12:26 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$373

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 6/3

6:26 pm-12:30 am

1 stop9h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 6/16

12:50 am-11:01 am

1 stop7h 11m

$373

South BendSan Jose

SBN - SJC

SBNSJC

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 9/9

5:25 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San Jose

Tue 9/15

10:20 pm-1:46 pm

2 stops12h 26m

$374

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 6/3

2:18 pm-5:49 pm

1 stop6h 31m

San Francisco

Wed 6/17

11:59 pm-11:02 am

1 stop8h 03m

$376

South BendSan Jose

SBN - SJC

SBNSJC

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 6/8

11:42 am-10:16 pm

2 stops13h 34m

San Jose

Tue 6/16

7:00 am-10:37 pm

2 stops12h 37m

$379

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $133). Flying from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area in February is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated April 17, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area?

    South Bend/Michiana (SBN), located 3.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • How long is the flight from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area in 7h 18m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1923 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area are American Airlines ($128), Delta ($128), and United Airlines ($173).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $133). Flying from South Bend to San Francisco Bay Area in February is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 San Francisco Bay Area

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$256Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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