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$129+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to South Bend (SFO - 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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SBN
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South Bend

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$476
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Bend
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/3010:20 amSFO - SBN
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/55:29 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/2912:40 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Thu 6/57:30 amSBN - SFO
2 stops10h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/29$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/215:05 amSFO - SBN
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/256:05 amSBN - SFO
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$305
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 6/2111:59 pmSFO - SBN
2 stops18h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/259:10 pmSBN - SFO
3 stops28h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$531
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:50 pmSFO - SBN
3 stops35h 57mBreeze Airways
Thu 6/511:55 amSBN - SFO
3 stops50h 44mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/29$945

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to South Bend that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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South Bend

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

10:20 am-10:08 pm

1 stop8h 48m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 6/5

5:29 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$257

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

12:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 50m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 6/5

7:30 am-3:15 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$303

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Sat 6/21

5:05 am-4:18 pm

1 stop8h 13m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 6/25

6:05 am-9:42 am

1 stop6h 37m

$305

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Sat 6/21

11:59 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops18h 57m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 6/25

9:10 pm-10:53 pm

3 stops28h 43m

$531

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

5:50 pm-8:47 am

3 stops35h 57m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 6/5

11:55 am-11:39 am

3 stops50h 44m

$945

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Tue 6/17

12:24 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$129

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

8:25 am-8:49 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$209

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

12:24 am-12:03 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$412

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/28

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to South Bend in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
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 San Francisco-South Bend flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-South Bend flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-South Bend flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to South Bend

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to South Bend

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to South Bend?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to South Bend. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to South Bend. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Bend (average of $329). Flying from San Francisco to South Bend in July is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 SFO to SBN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 April 30, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to South Bend, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in South Bend by month

Plan your trip to South Bend by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in South Bend by month

Plan your trip to South Bend by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 April 30, 2025.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to South Bend round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($257), Delta ($282), and United Airlines ($305) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to South Bend. American Airlines is priced at 52% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to South Bend one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to South Bend are Delta ($129), United Airlines ($209), and American Airlines ($412).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to South Bend?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Bend (average of $329). Flying from San Francisco to South Bend in July is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 San Francisco to South Bend

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$256Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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