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$73+ Cheap flights from California to South Bend (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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBN
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to South Bend

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to South Bend flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$184
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$73
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$549
From California to South Bend/Michiana
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Cheapest flights from California to South Bend
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/199:45 amSAN - SBN
2 stops10h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/265:21 pmSBN - SAN
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$184
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/146:00 amLAS - SBN
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1710:33 pmSBN - LAS
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$228
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/202:11 pmSAN - SBN
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/233:59 pmSBN - SAN
1 stop9h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$229
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/215:45 amSFO - SBN
1 stop11h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/249:26 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/3012:47 pmONT - SBN
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/97:36 amSBN - ONT
1 stop9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$247
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/119:36 amLAX - SBN
1 stop8h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1410:24 pmSBN - LAX
1 stop15h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/186:30 amSMF - SBN
1 stop12h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2110:24 pmSBN - SMF
1 stop13h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/411:23 amSAN - SBN
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Fri 9/1912:12 pmSBN - SAN
1 stop10h 19mDelta
Deal found 7/30$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/911:45 amONT - SBN
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Wed 9/176:05 amSBN - ONT
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 7/29$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/143:06 pmLAS - SBN
Nonstop3h 37mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/1811:50 amSBN - LAS
2 stops12h 24mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/30$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/277:00 amLAX - SBN
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/317:35 amSBN - LAX
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/411:40 amSFO - SBN
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Tue 9/98:28 amSBN - SFO
1 stop8h 59mDelta
Deal found 7/30$289

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to South Bend that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

South Bend

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Tue 8/19

9:45 am-10:58 pm

2 stops10h 13m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 8/26

5:21 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$184

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-9:10 am

2 stops24h 10m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 8/17

10:33 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$228

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Sat 9/20

2:11 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 12m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 9/23

3:59 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$229

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

5:45 am-8:36 pm

1 stop11h 51m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 8/24

9:26 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$229

OntarioSouth Bend

ONT - SBN

ONTSBN

Ontario

Sat 8/30

12:47 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 47m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 9/9

7:36 am-1:54 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$247

Los AngelesSouth Bend

LAX - SBN

LAXSBN

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

9:36 am-9:34 pm

1 stop8h 58m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 9/14

10:24 pm-10:46 am

1 stop15h 22m

$257

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

6:30 am-9:34 pm

1 stop12h 04m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 9/21

10:24 pm-8:38 am

1 stop13h 14m

$275

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Thu 9/4

11:23 am-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 17m

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 9/19

12:12 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$277

OntarioSouth Bend

ONT - SBN

ONTSBN

Ontario

Tue 9/9

11:45 am-9:49 pm

1 stop7h 04m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 9/17

6:05 am-10:42 am

1 stop7h 37m

$277

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/14

3:06 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 8/18

11:50 am-9:14 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from California to South Bend

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Bend (average of $329). Flying from California to South Bend in November is currently the most expensive (average of $414). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to SBN?

Find hourly flight availability from California to South Bend. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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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 July 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Breeze Airways, and United Airlines from California to South Bend by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,902 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
702 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to South Bend from California?

    For a flight from California to South Bend, you will be flying into South Bend/Michiana. South Bend/Michiana (SBN) is just 3.4 mi from the center of the city.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $73. Users have also found prices from $139 and $170 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to South Bend?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - South Bend/Michiana, San Francisco - South Bend/Michiana or Ontario - South Bend/Michiana when deciding on the best route from California to South Bend.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Bend (average of $329). Flying from California to South Bend in November is currently the most expensive (average of $414). 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 California to South Bend

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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