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$144+ 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SBN
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South Bend

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 diciembre 12, 2025.

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.
mié. 12/171:30 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
dom. 1/46:22 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop9h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$459
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/1211:40 amSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 12mDelta
mar. 12/167:05 amSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/11$532
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/1211:40 amSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 12mDelta
dom. 12/144:56 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop10h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/11$559
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.
jue. 12/111:30 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/139:10 amSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$602
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.
jue. 12/111:30 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/143:15 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop9h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$609
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.
vie. 12/266:45 amSFO - SBN
1 stop10h 57mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/306:22 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop8h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$649
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/128:15 amSFO - SBN
1 stop10h 27mDelta
sáb. 12/137:05 amSBN - SFO
2 stops13h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/11$655
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.
jue. 12/186:00 amSFO - SBN
2 stops13h 40mDelta
mié. 12/247:05 amSBN - SFO
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Deal found 12/10$663
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/1211:40 amSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 12mDelta
lun. 12/157:05 amSBN - SFO
2 stops16h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/11$694
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/176:00 amSFO - SBN
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
dom. 1/412:27 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$708

Find 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$379
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$523
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 diciembre 12, 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

Fly to

South Bend

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

jue. 1/29

11:56 pm-11:12 am

1 stop8h 16m

South Bend/Michiana

lun. 2/2

3:41 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$379

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

mié. 12/17

1:30 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

South Bend/Michiana

dom. 1/4

6:22 pm-1:14 am

1 stop9h 52m

$459

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

vie. 1/16

6:45 am-5:44 pm

1 stop7h 59m

South Bend/Michiana

dom. 1/18

6:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop8h 49m

$624

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

vie. 12/26

6:45 am-8:42 pm

1 stop10h 57m

South Bend/Michiana

mar. 12/30

6:22 pm-12:03 am

1 stop8h 41m

$649

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

mié. 12/17

6:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

South Bend/Michiana

dom. 1/4

12:27 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$708

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

jue. 12/18

5:00 am-2:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

South Bend/Michiana

jue. 12/25

1:24 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$713

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

vie. 12/19

8:25 am-11:20 pm

2 stops11h 55m

South Bend/Michiana

jue. 12/25

1:24 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$765

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

sáb. 1/10

2:36 pm-10:39 am

3 stops41h 03m

$144

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

lun. 2/16

11:59 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$204

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

lun. 1/5

12:05 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$224

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to South Bend in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-South Bend flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to South Bend

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Bend (average of $107). Flying from San Francisco to South Bend in March is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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 diciembre 12, 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 in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 45% 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco 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
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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 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.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to South Bend?

    A quick flight from San Francisco to South Bend can take about 8h 16m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $379. The distance between San Francisco and South Bend is about 1923 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($209), American Airlines ($288), and United Airlines ($363) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to South Bend. Delta is priced at 56% 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 ($133), American Airlines ($153), and United Airlines ($203).

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Bend (average of $107). Flying from San Francisco to South Bend in March is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$209Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$363Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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