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$116+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to South Bend (PHL - 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 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SBN
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to South Bend

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$116
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$317
From Philadelphia to South Bend/Michiana
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to South Bend
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/135:15 pmPHL - SBN
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/169:55 amSBN - PHL
1 stop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/29:39 amPHL - SBN
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Sat 9/67:23 amSBN - PHL
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 8/13$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 8/281:03 pmPHL - SBN
1 stop4h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/16:23 amSBN - PHL
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:40 pmPHL - SBN
1 stop14h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/1310:17 amSBN - PHL
2 stops23h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/196:15 amPHL - SBN
2 stops27h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2211:19 amSBN - PHL
1 stop13h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/172:15 pmPHL - SBN
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/226:54 pmSBN - PHL
1 stop4h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/275:45 amPHL - SBN
1 stop12h 57mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/2910:40 amSBN - PHL
1 stop22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/169:39 amPHL - SBN
1 stop3h 51mDelta
Sun 8/176:15 amSBN - PHL
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/13$339
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/105:25 amPHL - SBN
1 stop14h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/1210:20 pmSBN - PHL
3 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$360

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to South Bend that are best for you.

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PhiladelphiaSouth Bend

PHL - SBN

PHLSBN

Philadelphia

Sat 9/13

3:40 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 49m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 9/16

6:54 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$249

PhiladelphiaSouth Bend

PHL - SBN

PHLSBN

Philadelphia

Sat 9/13

5:15 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 08m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 9/16

9:55 am-2:06 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$249

PhiladelphiaSouth Bend

PHL - SBN

PHLSBN

Philadelphia

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-1:31 pm

2 stops7h 31m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 9/16

6:05 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 07m

$254

PhiladelphiaSouth Bend

PHL - SBN

PHLSBN

Philadelphia

Tue 9/2

9:39 am-2:20 pm

1 stop4h 41m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 9/6

7:23 am-2:00 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$254

PhiladelphiaSouth Bend

PHL - SBN

PHLSBN

Philadelphia

Thu 8/28

1:03 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop4h 33m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 9/1

6:23 am-12:01 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$259

PhiladelphiaSouth Bend

PHL - SBN

PHLSBN

Philadelphia

Fri 8/29

5:35 pm-12:21 am

1 stop6h 46m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 9/2

6:08 am-12:39 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$259

PhiladelphiaSouth Bend

PHL - SBN

PHLSBN

Philadelphia

Sat 9/13

1:03 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop4h 33m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 9/15

6:12 pm-12:21 am

1 stop6h 09m

$264

PhiladelphiaSouth Bend

PHL - SBN

PHLSBN

Philadelphia

Thu 9/11

6:40 pm-9:01 am

1 stop14h 21m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 9/13

10:17 am-9:46 am

2 stops23h 29m

$265

PhiladelphiaSouth Bend

PHL - SBN

PHLSBN

Philadelphia

Fri 9/19

6:15 am-9:27 am

2 stops27h 12m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 9/22

11:19 am-12:46 am

1 stop13h 27m

$267

PhiladelphiaSouth Bend

PHL - SBN

PHLSBN

Philadelphia

Thu 9/18

5:20 am-10:29 am

1 stop29h 09m

$116

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to South Bend

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to South Bend (average of $328). Flying from Philadelphia to South Bend in July is currently the most expensive (average of $414). 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 PHL to SBN?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 August 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to South Bend in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Philadelphia 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Delta, at $213, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to South Bend.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to South Bend (average of $328). Flying from Philadelphia to South Bend in July is currently the most expensive (average of $414). 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 Philadelphia to South Bend

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$213Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$342Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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