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$106+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SBN
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Thu 1/8
Thu 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to South Bend

Cheapest flights from Illinois to South Bend
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 9, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Mon 12/229:15 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/264:10 pmSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/7$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/92:15 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/169:10 amSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$289
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/107:10 amORD - SBN
3 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/128:19 pmSBN - ORD
1 stop15h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$566
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Tue 12/238:00 amORD - SBN
1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/277:34 pmSBN - ORD
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$596
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/245:10 amEVV - SBN
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/287:41 pmSBN - EVV
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$631
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/162:15 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1910:00 amSBN - ORD
1 stop22h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$676
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/244:26 pmEVV - SBN
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Sun 12/288:20 amSBN - EVV
2 stops8h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/9$1,389

Find flight deals from Illinois to South Bend

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$209
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One-way from

$106
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$716 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 December 9, 2025.
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ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/23

10:40 am-12:49 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 12/27

6:05 am-6:23 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$209

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/24

10:40 am-12:49 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 12/28

7:30 am-7:48 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$209

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/22

9:15 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 12/26

4:10 pm-4:28 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$209

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/11

9:25 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 2/17

8:15 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$239

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

5:50 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 1/5

1:24 pm-1:42 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$239

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

9:10 am-11:13 am

Nonstop1h 03m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 2/21

6:15 am-6:28 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$239

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

9:15 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 1/4

7:50 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$240

PeoriaSouth Bend

PIA - SBN

PIASBN

Greater Peoria

Thu 1/8

3:00 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 40m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-10:10 am

1 stop5h 10m

$279

PeoriaSouth Bend

PIA - SBN

PIASBN

Greater Peoria

Tue 1/6

6:30 am-12:44 pm

1 stop5h 14m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 1/13

9:15 am-2:23 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$409

ChicagoSouth Bend

MDW - SBN

MDWSBN

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/12

10:18 am-10:50 am

1 stop23h 32m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 2/16

10:04 am-11:25 pm

2 stops14h 21m

$484

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to South Bend

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Bend from Illinois with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to South Bend

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to South Bend (average of $158). Flying from Illinois to South Bend in April is currently the most expensive (average of $210). 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 IL to SBN?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 9, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Illinois to South Bend at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to South Bend

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 9, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to SBN are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.4 mi from the city center, South Bend/Michiana (SBN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Bend from Illinois.

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

    Departing from Illinois to South Bend will take you 1h 09m. Airlines will cover a distance of 84 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Illinois to South Bend consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - South Bend/Michiana, Greater Peoria - South Bend/Michiana or Chicago Midway - South Bend/Michiana as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to South Bend on time: United Airlines (69%), SkyWest Airlines (69%), Air New Zealand (65%).

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

    While on average a flight from Illinois to South Bend is generally $716, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $303. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - South Bend/Michiana), you can expect to pay $179 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to South Bend (average of $158). Flying from Illinois to South Bend in April is currently the most expensive (average of $210). 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 Illinois to South Bend

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Illinois 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 December 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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