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$140+ Cheap flights from South Bend to San Francisco (SBN - SFO)

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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBN — SFO
Apr 18 — Apr 251
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Cheap flight deals from South Bend to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from South Bend to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Bend to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 3/15$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/83:05 pm
SBN
-
SFO
2 stops34h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:40 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop19h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/174:55 pm
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop9h 04m
American Airlines
Mon 4/2011:59 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop8h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Fri 4/104:53 pm
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop9h 26m
Delta
Mon 4/1311:39 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop8h 34m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/198:10 pm
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop7h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 8/85:05 am
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop7h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/18$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/17:50 pm
SBN
-
SFO
1 stop7h 44m
United Airlines
Mon 10/511:30 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop8h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16$410
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Fri 4/172:10 pm
SBN
-
SFO
2 stops12h 27m
Delta
Mon 4/2010:35 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop9h 38m
Delta
Deal found 3/17$420
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1810:21 pm
SBN
-
SFO
2 stops49h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/810:50 pm
SFO
-
SBN
1 stop11h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$428

Find flight deals from South Bend to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Bend (SBN) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 March 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$349
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$140
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$437
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
One-way flight from South Bend/Michiana to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($42 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 March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Bend to San Francisco 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 March 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Bend to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 4/17

4:55 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 59m

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

10:28 pm-11:27 am

1 stop9h 59m

$369
Quickest round-trip

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 5/1

9:11 am-1:23 pm

1 stop7h 12m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

5:30 am-2:39 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$369

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 4/10

7:05 am-1:27 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

11:39 pm-11:13 am

1 stop8h 34m

$394

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 5/19

8:10 pm-12:50 am

1 stop7h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 8/8

5:05 am-3:09 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$399

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 4/17

8:13 am-2:55 pm

1 stop9h 42m

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

8:00 pm-11:13 am

2 stops12h 13m

$430

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 4/11

6:15 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 23m

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

12:45 am-11:04 am

1 stop7h 19m

$434

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 4/22

11:57 am-7:04 pm

2 stops10h 07m

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

5:32 am-4:25 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$452

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 4/28

11:40 am-5:12 pm

1 stop8h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

6:30 am-8:40 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$459

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 6/11

6:26 pm-12:30 am

1 stop9h 04m

San Francisco

Sun 6/14

12:50 am-12:26 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$461

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 5/20

8:10 pm-12:50 am

1 stop7h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 5/25

10:38 pm-8:15 am

1 stop6h 37m

$514

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Deals found on 3/17

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Compare providers for flights from South Bend to San Francisco

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 San Francisco in March.
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-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on South Bend-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from South Bend-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on South Bend-San Francisco 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-San Francisco 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 San Francisco

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Bend to San Francisco

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to San Francisco (average of $80). Flying from South Bend to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated March 19, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from South Bend to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Bend to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco?

    For as low as $369, American Airlines can have you in San Francisco from South Bend in 7h 12m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1923 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $256. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $288 and $288, respectively. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $128. Delta flights start at $128 while deals on United Airlines start at $173 one-way.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to San Francisco (average of $80). Flying from South Bend to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$256Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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