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$134+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SBN
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to South Bend

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 October 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$134
(Kiwi.com)

Good round-trip deal

$716 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 11/1212:45 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/191:08 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/15$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 10/299:30 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop0h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/23:18 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/13$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/138:55 amORD - SBN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/203:18 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/14$192
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Fri 11/148:55 amORD - SBN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/216:47 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/15$210
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/301:26 pmORD - SBN
2 stops20h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/312:19 pmSBN - ORD
1 stop13h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 11/2212:45 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/287:30 amSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/87:35 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/96:47 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/15$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 11/158:55 amORD - SBN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/164:55 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$241
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sun 11/98:45 amORD - SBN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/203:18 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/14$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 10/183:35 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/253:25 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/14$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Fri 11/144:42 pmORD - SBN
1 stop25h 12mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2111:39 amSBN - ORD
1 stop22h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 10/236:05 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/276:47 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$269

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to South Bend that are best for you.

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ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/12

12:45 pm-2:43 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 11/19

1:08 pm-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$179

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

9:30 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 11/3

3:18 pm-3:26 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$189

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/29

9:30 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 11/2

3:18 pm-3:26 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$189

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

8:55 am-10:53 am

Nonstop0h 58m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 11/20

3:18 pm-3:26 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$192

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

8:55 am-10:53 am

Nonstop0h 58m

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 11/21

6:47 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$210

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

5:05 am-10:59 am

1 stop28h 54m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 11/3

12:19 pm-9:47 am

1 stop22h 28m

$238

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/22

12:45 pm-2:43 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 11/28

7:30 am-7:38 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$239

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

7:35 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop1h 02m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 12/6

7:45 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$239

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/15

8:55 am-10:53 am

Nonstop0h 58m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 11/16

4:55 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$241

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/9

8:45 am-10:43 am

Nonstop0h 58m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 11/20

3:18 pm-3:26 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$254

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to South Bend

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 Chicago to South Bend in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Chicago-South Bend flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-South Bend flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-South Bend flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-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 Chicago-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 Chicago to South Bend

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Bend from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Bend (average of $179). Flying from Chicago to South Bend in January is currently the most expensive (average of $284). 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 CHI to SBN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 October 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to South Bend in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 56% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to South Bend

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to South Bend. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to SBN are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 October 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Chicago to South Bend. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Located just 3.4 mi from the city center, South Bend/Michiana is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Bend from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to South Bend/Michiana (SBN) should be relatively easy as there are 10 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 1 airline.

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

    Departing from Chicago to South Bend will take you 58m. There are 84 mi between Chicago and South Bend. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($179), offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to South Bend.

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

    $154 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Allegiant Air, with prices starting from $193 and $208, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to South Bend?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to South Bend are United Airlines (77%), SkyWest Airlines (75%) and Air New Zealand (68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to South Bend?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to South Bend? While on average our users pay $716, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $303. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - South Bend/Michiana), is priced around $179.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Bend (average of $179). Flying from Chicago to South Bend in January is currently the most expensive (average of $284). 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 Chicago to South Bend

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chicago 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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