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

According to our current data, Delta ($289), American Airlines ($314), and United Airlines ($339) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to South Bend. Delta is priced at 42% 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 American Airlines ($209), United Airlines ($277), and Delta ($283).

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to South Bend?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to South Bend flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 San Francisco to South Bend?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco to South Bend.

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

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to South Bend. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to South Bend?

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to South Bend from San Francisco. Prices for November average $504 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $256. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of September. Opting for a November flight can save you 19% on your journey compared to booking in September

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.

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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 July 29, 2025.

Thu 8/215:45 amSFO - SBN

1 stop11h 51mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/249:26 pmSBN - SFO

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$229

Thu 9/411:40 amSFO - SBN

1 stop8h 00mDelta

Thu 9/116:05 amSBN - SFO

1 stop7h 25mDelta

Deal found 7/29

$289

Tue 8/127:00 amSFO - SBN

1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines

Tue 8/1912:25 pmSBN - SFO

1 stop9h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$314

Tue 8/126:10 amSFO - SBN

1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines

Sat 8/164:53 pmSBN - SFO

1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$339

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Thu 8/215:45 amSFO - SBN

1 stop11h 51mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/249:26 pmSBN - SFO

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$229

Thu 9/411:40 amSFO - SBN

1 stop8h 00mDelta

Thu 9/116:05 amSBN - SFO

1 stop7h 25mDelta

Deal found 7/29

$289

Tue 8/127:00 amSFO - SBN

1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines

Tue 8/1912:25 pmSBN - SFO

1 stop9h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$314

Tue 8/126:10 amSFO - SBN

1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines

Sat 8/164:53 pmSBN - SFO

1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$339

Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South Bend
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Sun 8/31:14 pmSFO - SBN

1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines

Sat 8/236:08 amSBN - SFO

1 stop9h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$502

Mon 8/411:25 pmSFO - SBN

1 stop10h 08mUnited Airlines

Sat 8/96:05 amSBN - SFO

1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$721

Tue 8/512:16 pmSFO - SBN

1 stop7h 25mDelta

Mon 8/115:25 pmSBN - SFO

1 stop10h 10mDelta

Deal found 7/27

$453

Tue 8/126:10 amSFO - SBN

1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines

Sat 8/164:53 pmSBN - SFO

1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$339

Mon 8/1811:30 pmSFO - SBN

1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines

Mon 8/2511:45 amSBN - SFO

1 stop11h 01mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$289

Thu 8/215:45 amSFO - SBN

1 stop11h 51mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/249:26 pmSBN - SFO

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$229

Sat 8/235:55 amSFO - SBN

2 stops12h 54mDelta

Sat 8/302:15 pmSBN - SFO

1 stop6h 50mDelta

Deal found 7/27

$294

One-way flights from San Francisco to South Bend
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Thu 8/145:45 amSFO - SBN

1 stop12h 58mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$135

Wed 8/1311:50 pmSFO - SBN

1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$209

Fri 10/176:40 pmSFO - SBN

2 stops17h 06mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$277

Fri 8/112:16 pmSFO - SBN

1 stop7h 24mDelta

Deal found 7/29

$283

Fri 8/85:50 pmSFO - SBN

3 stops38h 25mBreeze Airways

Deal found 7/27

$583

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Thu 8/21

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1 stop11h 51m

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Sun 8/24

9:26 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$229

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11:40 am-10:40 pm

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6:05 am-10:30 am

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$289

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7:00 am-4:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

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12:25 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$314

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SFO - SBN

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6:10 am-5:39 pm

1 stop8h 29m

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Sat 8/16

4:53 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$339

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SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

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Thu 8/14

5:45 am-9:43 pm

1 stop12h 58m

$135

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Wed 8/13

11:50 pm-11:55 am

1 stop9h 05m

$209

San FranciscoSouth Bend

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San Francisco

Fri 10/17

6:40 pm-2:46 pm

2 stops17h 06m

$277

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

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San Francisco

Fri 8/1

12:16 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$283

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5:50 pm-11:15 am

3 stops38h 25m

$583

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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 November 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 SFO to SBN?

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.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Bend

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to South Bend, such as Delta, Breeze Airways, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,977 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

7,977 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,977 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

Breeze Airways

8.0

Very good

190 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,977 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

8,899 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,977 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

7,977 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

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to South Bend round-trip?
According to our current data, Delta ($289), American Airlines ($314), and United Airlines ($339) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to South Bend. Delta is priced at 42% 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 American Airlines ($209), United Airlines ($277), and Delta ($283).
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 November 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 San Francisco to South Bend

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$256	Average$488	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$294	Average$450	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$306	Average$576	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Bend

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