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$166+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to South Bend (SMF - 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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SBN
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to South Bend

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 December 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/2811:37 amSMF - SBN
2 stops23h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/31:47 pmSBN - SMF
1 stop8h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$722
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:00 amSMF - SBN
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Sat 1/37:05 amSBN - SMF
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/14$726
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/285:00 amSMF - SBN
2 stops11h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/37:50 pmSBN - SMF
2 stops17h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$921

Find flight deals from Sacramento to South Bend

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$399
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$166
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$378
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to South Bend that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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South Bend

Route

Depart

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Price

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/8

7:15 am-7:56 pm

1 stop9h 41m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 55m

$399

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops11h 10m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 5/12

6:20 am-11:53 am

1 stop8h 33m

$404

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/25

1:48 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 57m

$166

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/23

12:03 pm-8:13 pm

3 stops53h 10m

$170

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/26

8:38 am-9:14 am

3 stops21h 36m

$210

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

10:45 am-9:43 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$260

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

10:20 pm-11:12 am

1 stop9h 52m

$260

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-3:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$260

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-4:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$260

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Deals found on 12/14

Compare providers for flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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 Sacramento-South Bend flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-South Bend flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-South Bend flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to South Bend

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

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?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Bend (average of $126). Flying from Sacramento to South Bend in December is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 15, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to South Bend, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 15, 2025.
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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
11,052 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to South Bend. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Sacramento to South Bend will take you 9h 41m. 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 31% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to South Bend (average of $126). Flying from Sacramento to South Bend in December is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$288Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$338Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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