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$111+ 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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBN
Apr 19 — Apr 261
Sun 4/19
Sun 4/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to South Bend

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 March 20, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/72:58 pm
LAS
-
SBN
Nonstop3h 38m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/1010:26 pm
SBN
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/19$205
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/192:58 pm
LAS
-
SBN
Nonstop3h 38m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/3010:26 pm
SBN
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/20$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 5/710:07 pm
LAS
-
SBN
1 stop20h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1010:26 pm
SBN
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$272
This Flightnetwork 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/52:58 pm
LAS
-
SBN
Nonstop3h 38m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/910:26 pm
SBN
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/16$304
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/86:15 am
SAN
-
SBN
1 stop7h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 4/1412:27 pm
SBN
-
SAN
1 stop8h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$317
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 4/177:07 pm
FAT
-
SBN
2 stops13h 12m
American Airlines
Fri 4/244:55 pm
SBN
-
FAT
1 stop10h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$327
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/263:50 pm
SNA
-
SBN
1 stop17h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/314:25 pm
SBN
-
SNA
2 stops23h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 4/2011:59 pm
FAT
-
SBN
1 stop8h 58m
American Airlines
Fri 4/244:55 pm
SBN
-
FAT
1 stop8h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/19$337
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.
Wed 4/299:59 am
FAT
-
SBN
2 stops9h 17m
American Airlines
Tue 5/54:55 pm
SBN
-
FAT
1 stop8h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$338
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 5/288:32 pm
SAN
-
SBN
2 stops8h 43m
United Airlines
Sat 6/135:45 am
SBN
-
SAN
1 stop6h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16$342
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/711:36 am
ONT
-
SBN
1 stop7h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1010:26 pm
SBN
-
ONT
1 stop12h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$343
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/56:45 pm
FAT
-
SBN
2 stops13h 13m
United Airlines
Wed 12/911:39 am
SBN
-
FAT
2 stops9h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$345

Find flight deals from California to South Bend

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Round-trip from

$205
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One-way from

$111
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Average price

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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 March 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to South Bend that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 4/19

2:58 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 4/30

10:26 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$265

FresnoSouth Bend

FAT - SBN

FATSBN

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 4/20

11:59 pm-11:57 am

1 stop8h 58m

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 4/24

4:55 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$337

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Thu 5/28

8:32 pm-8:15 am

2 stops8h 43m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 6/13

5:45 am-9:28 am

1 stop6h 43m

$342

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Fri 5/29

8:32 pm-8:15 am

2 stops8h 43m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 6/13

5:45 am-9:28 am

1 stop6h 43m

$342

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Fri 5/22

10:40 pm-8:15 am

1 stop6h 35m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 5/24

1:06 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops9h 41m

$356

Santa AnaSouth Bend

SNA - SBN

SNASBN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/22

2:40 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop6h 01m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 4/25

1:06 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$369

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/13

11:59 pm-11:04 am

1 stop8h 05m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 4/20

8:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$369

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/20

11:59 pm-11:04 am

1 stop8h 05m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 4/25

6:15 am-9:31 am

1 stop6h 16m

$369

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

11:52 pm-11:04 am

1 stop8h 12m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 4/25

6:15 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 23m

$369

OntarioSouth Bend

ONT - SBN

ONTSBN

Ontario

Fri 5/8

7:00 am-6:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 5/10

4:44 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$369

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Bend (average of $97). Flying from California to South Bend in March is currently the most expensive (average of $163). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to South Bend. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from California to South Bend?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to South Bend in 3h 38m. Fly via Allegiant Air, American Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 1589 mi between California and South Bend. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $86. Users have also found prices from $130 and $133 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - South Bend/Michiana, Los Angeles Los Angeles - 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Bend (average of $97). Flying from California to South Bend in March is currently the most expensive (average of $163). 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 March 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$199Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$277Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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