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$111+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SBN
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New York to South Bend
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/276:00 amEWR - SBN
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/314:10 pmSBN - EWR
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$298
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.
Thu 12/254:10 pmJFK - SBN
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Mon 1/52:51 pmSBN - JFK
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/9$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/171:15 pmLGA - SBN
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/246:05 amSBN - LGA
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/267:15 amEWR - SBN
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:22 pmSBN - EWR
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$383
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/173:30 pmEWR - SBN
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/207:50 pmSBN - EWR
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/177:42 amJFK - SBN
1 stop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2112:27 pmSBN - JFK
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/272:50 pmLGA - SBN
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/314:10 pmSBN - LGA
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$422
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.
Thu 12/254:10 pmJFK - SBN
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Thu 1/18:20 amSBN - JFK
2 stops10h 23mDelta
Deal found 12/9$427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/256:00 amEWR - SBN
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/2910:00 amSBN - EWR
1 stop21h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$432
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/186:00 amEWR - SBN
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/207:50 pmSBN - EWR
2 stops16h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$476
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/173:35 pmEWR - SBN
1 stop6h 07mDelta
Sun 12/216:00 amSBN - EWR
2 stops13h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/10$477
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/177:14 amJFK - SBN
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Sun 12/216:00 amSBN - JFK
2 stops10h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/10$477

Find flight deals from New York to South Bend

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$111
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$561
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to South Bend that are best for you.

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New York

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South Bend

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSouth Bend

JFK - SBN

JFKSBN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/8

6:30 am-8:13 pm

1 stop13h 43m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 1/11

8:53 pm-10:00 am

1 stop13h 07m

$200

New YorkSouth Bend

JFK - SBN

JFKSBN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/15

7:05 am-2:11 pm

1 stop7h 06m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 1/21

11:54 am-6:30 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$230

New YorkSouth Bend

LGA - SBN

LGASBN

New York LaGuardia

Thu 1/15

9:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 1/21

8:20 am-11:59 am

1 stop3h 39m

$230

New YorkSouth Bend

JFK - SBN

JFKSBN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/16

7:07 am-2:05 pm

1 stop6h 58m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 1/18

8:20 am-12:03 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$249

NewarkSouth Bend

EWR - SBN

EWRSBN

Newark

Mon 2/2

2:20 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop5h 48m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 2/7

4:41 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$260

NewarkSouth Bend

EWR - SBN

EWRSBN

Newark

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-10:54 am

1 stop4h 54m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 1/4

7:50 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 36m

$264

New YorkSouth Bend

JFK - SBN

JFKSBN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/30

7:07 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 18m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 2/1

5:18 pm-12:50 am

1 stop7h 32m

$269

New YorkSouth Bend

LGA - SBN

LGASBN

New York LaGuardia

Fri 1/16

4:59 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop3h 56m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 1/19

2:05 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$269

NewarkSouth Bend

EWR - SBN

EWRSBN

Newark

Fri 1/30

12:37 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop9h 46m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 2/1

5:13 pm-12:29 am

1 stop7h 16m

$274

New YorkSouth Bend

JFK - SBN

JFKSBN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/16

4:40 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop4h 15m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 1/19

5:18 pm-12:50 am

1 stop7h 32m

$274

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Compare providers for flights from New York 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 New York to South Bend in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 New York-South Bend flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on New York-South Bend flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-South Bend flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-South Bend flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 New York-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 New York to South Bend

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Bend from New York with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to South Bend

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to South Bend?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to South Bend. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to South Bend, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Bend (average of $55). Flying from New York to South Bend in July is currently the most expensive (average of $126). 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 NYC to SBN?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to South Bend at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 42% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to South Bend, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 New York?

    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 New York. Booking flights from New York to South Bend/Michiana (SBN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from New York from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from New York to South Bend?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to South Bend in 5h 48m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from New York to South Bend is about 634 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to South Bend round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to South Bend, with prices starting at $198. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $228 and $248, respectively. Delta is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $108 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $117 and American Airlines from $129 one-way.

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

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - South Bend/Michiana or New York LaGuardia - South Bend/Michiana, Newark - South Bend/Michiana is the most popular route from New York to South Bend.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to South Bend?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Bend (average of $55). Flying from New York to South Bend in July is currently the most expensive (average of $126). 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 New York to South Bend

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$198Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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