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$142+ 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 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBN — SFO
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 4, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/49:10 amSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/710:40 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop9h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/42:37 pmSBN - SFO
2 stops10h 54mDelta
Sun 12/76:00 amSFO - SBN
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 11/4$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 12/86:00 amSBN - SFO
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Fri 12/127:08 pmSFO - SBN
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/3$347
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/189:57 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop12h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 amSFO - SBN
1 stop28h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/177:03 pmSBN - SFO
2 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/308:12 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/179:10 amSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 amSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$379
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/177:03 pmSBN - SFO
2 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/289:56 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop12h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/117:05 amSBN - SFO
2 stops11h 52mDelta
Mon 12/1510:30 amSFO - SBN
2 stops9h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/4$386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/412:05 pmSBN - SFO
2 stops11h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/612:25 amSFO - SBN
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$387
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/189:57 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop12h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/308:12 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$400
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/189:57 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/289:56 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop12h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$405

Cheap 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 November 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

One-way from

$142
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$423
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($69 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Bend to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

South Bend

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 11/27

7:05 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 12m

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

11:56 am-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$289

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 12/5

6:05 am-11:49 am

1 stop8h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

1:30 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$289

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

San Francisco

Fri 12/12

7:08 pm-2:03 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$347

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 11/27

7:05 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 12m

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

6:00 am-4:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$364

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 2/20

4:26 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop8h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

12:50 am-12:09 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$379

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 12/20

6:22 pm-1:14 am

1 stop9h 52m

San Francisco

Fri 12/26

11:05 pm-10:54 am

1 stop8h 49m

$379

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 12/11

7:05 am-3:57 pm

2 stops11h 52m

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

10:30 am-10:40 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$386

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 12/9

8:10 am-2:23 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Francisco

Fri 12/12

11:56 am-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$407

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 12/14

10:30 pm-4:04 pm

2 stops20h 34m

$143

South BendSan Francisco

SBN - SFO

SBNSFO

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 12/16

7:05 am-6:56 pm

2 stops14h 51m

$193

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/2

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on South Bend-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 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-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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from South Bend with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Bend to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Bend to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from South Bend to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The best time to book flights from South Bend to San Francisco is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 November 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from South Bend to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,002 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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 $289, Delta 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 American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $217. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $256 and $288, respectively. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South Bend to San Francisco. 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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