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$209+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to South Bend (BUF - SBN)

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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — SBN
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to South Bend

Cheapest flights from Buffalo to South Bend
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/176:01 am
BUF
-
SBN
2 stops7h 19m
Delta
Wed 2/258:20 am
SBN
-
BUF
1 stop3h 23m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/105:23 pm
BUF
-
SBN
1 stop4h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 2/143:26 pm
SBN
-
BUF
1 stop5h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/165:44 pm
BUF
-
SBN
1 stop3h 06m
Delta
Wed 2/258:20 am
SBN
-
BUF
1 stop3h 23m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/287:00 am
BUF
-
SBN
1 stop5h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 3/43:26 pm
SBN
-
BUF
1 stop5h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$309

Find flight deals from Buffalo to South Bend

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to South Bend (SBN). 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 January 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$254
(Delta)

One-way from

$209
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$305
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 42% potential increase in price ($369 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to South Bend 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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to South Bend that are best for you.

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Buffalo

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South Bend

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloSouth Bend

BUF - SBN

BUFSBN

Buffalo

Tue 2/17

6:01 am-1:20 pm

2 stops7h 19m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 2/25

8:20 am-11:43 am

1 stop3h 23m

$254

BuffaloSouth Bend

BUF - SBN

BUFSBN

Buffalo

Tue 2/10

5:23 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop4h 17m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 2/14

3:26 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$259

BuffaloSouth Bend

BUF - SBN

BUFSBN

Buffalo

Mon 2/16

5:44 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop3h 06m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 2/25

8:20 am-2:08 pm

2 stops5h 48m

$279

BuffaloSouth Bend

BUF - SBN

BUFSBN

Buffalo

Sat 2/28

7:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop4h 13m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 3/4

3:26 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$309

BuffaloSouth Bend

BUF - SBN

BUFSBN

Buffalo

Sat 2/21

7:51 pm-12:32 am

1 stop4h 41m

$209

BuffaloSouth Bend

BUF - SBN

BUFSBN

Buffalo

Sat 2/21

6:01 am-1:59 pm

2 stops7h 58m

$214

BuffaloSouth Bend

BUF - SBN

BUFSBN

Buffalo

Sat 2/21

12:20 pm-10:30 am

3 stops46h 10m

$318

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Deals found on 1/25

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Buffalo to South Bend in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Buffalo-South Bend flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-South Bend flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buffalo-South Bend flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-South Bend 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 Buffalo-South Bend 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 Buffalo to South Bend

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to South Bend (average of $77). Flying from Buffalo to South Bend in November is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 South Bend

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Bend. 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 South Bend. Reviews last updated January 28, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Buffalo to South Bend to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,209 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,209 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,209 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Buffalo to South Bend can take about 4h 17m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $259. The distance between Buffalo and South Bend is about 396 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Buffalo to South Bend round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($263), offers the cheapest pricing from Buffalo to South Bend. This flight start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to South Bend (average of $77). Flying from Buffalo to South Bend in November is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 airline flying from Buffalo to South Bend

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Buffalo to South Bend. 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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