How long is the flight from Sacramento to South Bend?

Departing from Sacramento to South Bend will take you 11h 22m. The distance from Sacramento to South Bend is about 1859 mi.

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

Delta, at $288, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to South Bend.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to South Bend?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to South Bend flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Bend ranges from 2.0 - 4.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit South Bend when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Bend, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sacramento to South Bend?

Consider American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Sacramento to South Bend.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to South Bend?

Users have found that leaving on a Sunday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 74% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to South Bend?

Flights from Sacramento to South Bend lean towards being more expensive in August. Prices are generally better when you fly from Sacramento to South Bend in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at $363.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to South Bend?

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

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Round-trip from	$319 (Delta)
One-way from	$301 (United Airlines)
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$383

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to South Bend
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

Thu 12/46:30 amSMF - SBN

2 stops11h 22mDelta

Mon 12/84:56 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop9h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$319

Wed 12/36:00 amSMF - SBN

2 stops11h 52mDelta

Mon 12/84:56 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop9h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$344

Thu 12/46:32 pmSMF - SBN

2 stops25h 08mDelta

Tue 12/97:05 amSBN - SMF

1 stop8h 50mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$347

Wed 12/310:30 pmSMF - SBN

2 stops12h 27mDelta

Tue 12/92:37 pmSBN - SMF

2 stops9h 06mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$349

Thu 12/42:03 pmSMF - SBN

1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines

Tue 12/94:53 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop9h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$379

Thu 12/42:03 pmSMF - SBN

1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines

Mon 12/84:53 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop9h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$382

Thu 12/46:05 amSMF - SBN

2 stops12h 37mDelta

Sun 12/74:56 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop9h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$404

Wed 12/36:00 amSMF - SBN

2 stops11h 52mDelta

Sun 12/77:05 amSBN - SMF

1 stop8h 50mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$428

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Thu 12/46:30 amSMF - SBN

2 stops11h 22mDelta

Mon 12/84:56 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop9h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$319

Thu 12/42:03 pmSMF - SBN

1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines

Tue 12/97:30 amSBN - SMF

1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$379

Wed 12/36:00 amSMF - SBN

2 stops11h 52mDelta

Mon 12/84:56 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop9h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$344

Sat 3/711:55 pmSMF - SBN

1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines

Wed 3/114:45 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop8h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$379

Thu 12/46:32 pmSMF - SBN

2 stops25h 08mDelta

Tue 12/97:05 amSBN - SMF

1 stop8h 50mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$347

Wed 12/37:00 amSMF - SBN

1 stop10h 41mUnited Airlines

Tue 12/96:05 amSBN - SMF

1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$379

Wed 12/310:30 pmSMF - SBN

2 stops12h 27mDelta

Tue 12/92:37 pmSBN - SMF

2 stops9h 06mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$349

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Sat 9/135:49 pmSMF - SBN

2 stops13h 36mDelta

Mon 9/155:17 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop8h 28mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$722

Sat 9/1311:59 pmSMF - SBN

2 stops13h 19mUnited Airlines

Mon 9/154:55 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop9h 03mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$832

Thu 9/257:01 amSMF - SBN

1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines

Sun 9/284:37 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop9h 06mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$544

Thu 10/92:20 pmSMF - SBN

1 stop22h 41mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/126:12 pmSBN - SMF

1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$778

Tue 10/142:20 pmSMF - SBN

1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines

Thu 10/1611:37 amSBN - SMF

2 stops9h 26mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$516

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Wed 11/268:45 amSMF - SBN

1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$301

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Thu 12/4

6:30 am-8:52 pm

2 stops11h 22m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 12/8

4:56 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 04m

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SMF - SBN

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Wed 12/3

6:00 am-8:52 pm

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Mon 12/8

4:56 pm-11:00 pm

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SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/4

6:32 pm-10:40 pm

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Tue 12/9

7:05 am-12:55 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$347

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/3

10:30 pm-1:57 pm

2 stops12h 27m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 12/9

2:37 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops9h 06m

$349

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/4

2:03 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop6h 21m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 12/9

7:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$379

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/7

11:55 pm-11:04 am

1 stop7h 09m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 3/11

4:45 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$379

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/3

7:00 am-8:41 pm

1 stop10h 41m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 12/9

6:05 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$379

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/26

8:45 am-7:52 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$301

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Bend (average of $328). Flying from Sacramento 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 SMF to SBN?

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Bend

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento 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

8.0

Very good

7,956 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,956 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,956 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,956 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,956 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Sacramento to South Bend?
Departing from Sacramento to South Bend will take you 11h 22m. The distance from Sacramento to South Bend is about 1859 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to South Bend round-trip?
Delta, at $288, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to South Bend.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to South Bend that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to South Bend flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to South Bend?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to South Bend.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to South Bend?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to South Bend?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Bend (average of $328). Flying from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to South Bend

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$288	Average$294	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$338	Average$458	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$370	Average$448	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to South Bend

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

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to SBN?

Reviews of airlines servicing South Bend

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento 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.

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