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$139+ 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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBN
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
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 January 29, 2026.

This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/52:18 pm
LAS
-
SBN
Nonstop3h 38m
Allegiant Air
Sun 2/85:28 pm
SBN
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 17m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/26$146
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/246:20 am
SAN
-
SBN
1 stop6h 52m
American Airlines
Tue 3/31:40 pm
SBN
-
SAN
1 stop10h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/262:26 pm
LAS
-
SBN
Nonstop3h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/210:04 am
SBN
-
LAS
2 stops35h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$248
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/102:58 pm
LAS
-
SBN
Nonstop3h 38m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/1710:26 pm
SBN
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/27$261
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/511:51 am
LAS
-
SBN
2 stops19h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/85:28 pm
SBN
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$263
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 4/22:58 pm
LAS
-
SBN
Nonstop3h 38m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/910:26 pm
SBN
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/28$267
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/142:58 pm
LAS
-
SBN
Nonstop3h 38m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/1710:26 pm
SBN
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/27$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/186:30 am
LAS
-
SBN
1 stop6h 42m
American Airlines
Sat 2/214:42 pm
SBN
-
LAS
1 stop8h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/2711:59 pm
LAS
-
SBN
1 stop8h 16m
American Airlines
Tue 3/34:42 pm
SBN
-
LAS
1 stop7h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$285
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/122:31 pm
LAS
-
SBN
Nonstop3h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/1610:04 am
SBN
-
LAS
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/411:03 pm
LAS
-
SBN
1 stop18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/75:55 pm
SBN
-
LAS
1 stop8h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$298
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/199:12 am
LAX
-
SBN
1 stop9h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/2210:01 pm
SBN
-
LAX
1 stop13h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$304

Find 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 January 29, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$183
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One-way from

$139
(Delta)

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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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to South Bend that are best for you.

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South Bend

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Tue 2/24

6:20 am-4:12 pm

1 stop6h 52m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 3/3

1:40 pm-8:14 pm

2 stops9h 34m

$188

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/26

2:26 pm-9:08 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 3/2

10:04 am-6:42 pm

2 stops35h 38m

$248

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/2

2:58 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 4/9

10:26 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$267

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/14

2:58 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 5/17

10:26 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$273

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/18

6:30 am-4:12 pm

1 stop6h 42m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 2/21

4:42 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$281

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/4

12:14 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop7h 24m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 3/7

2:44 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$285

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/27

11:59 pm-11:15 am

1 stop8h 16m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 3/3

4:42 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$285

Los AngelesSouth Bend

LAX - SBN

LAXSBN

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

1:05 am-9:14 am

2 stops29h 09m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 2/22

10:01 pm-8:15 am

1 stop13h 14m

$306

Las VegasSouth Bend

LAS - SBN

LASSBN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/20

11:59 pm-11:13 am

1 stop8h 14m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 5/16

9:11 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$309

Los AngelesSouth Bend

LAX - SBN

LAXSBN

Los Angeles

Fri 3/6

11:10 pm-10:37 am

1 stop8h 27m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 3/9

8:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$309

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Bend (average of $77). Flying from California to South Bend in July is currently the most expensive (average of $136). 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 American Airlines, Allegiant Air, or Delta 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 Los Angeles - South Bend/Michiana, Ontario - South Bend/Michiana or San Diego - 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Bend (average of $77). Flying from California to South Bend in July is currently the most expensive (average of $136). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$199Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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