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$144+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend (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
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend

Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 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.
Wed 12/171:30 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 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.
Fri 12/1211:40 amSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Tue 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.
Fri 12/1211:40 amSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Sun 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.
Thu 12/111:30 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 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.
Thu 12/111:30 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 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.
Fri 12/266:45 amSFO - SBN
1 stop10h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 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.
Fri 12/128:15 amSFO - SBN
1 stop10h 27mDelta
Sat 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.
Thu 12/186:00 amSFO - SBN
2 stops13h 40mDelta
Wed 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.
Fri 12/1211:40 amSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Mon 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.
Wed 12/176:00 amSFO - SBN
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/412:27 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$708
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.
Fri 12/265:53 amOAK - SBN
2 stops12h 49mDelta
Tue 12/307:05 amSBN - OAK
2 stops11h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,429
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.
Sun 12/215:53 amOAK - SBN
2 stops12h 49mDelta
Sun 12/287:05 amSBN - OAK
2 stops11h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,960

Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$379
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$144
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Popular in

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Cheapest in

November

Average price

$523
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

South Bend

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

11:56 pm-11:12 am

1 stop8h 16m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 2/2

3:41 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$379

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Wed 12/17

1:30 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 1/4

6:22 pm-1:14 am

1 stop9h 52m

$459

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

6:45 am-5:44 pm

1 stop7h 59m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop8h 49m

$624

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Fri 12/26

6:45 am-8:42 pm

1 stop10h 57m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 12/30

6:22 pm-12:03 am

1 stop8h 41m

$649

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 1/4

12:27 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$708

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Thu 12/18

5:00 am-2:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 12/25

1:24 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$713

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Fri 12/19

8:25 am-11:20 pm

2 stops11h 55m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 12/25

1:24 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$765

OaklandSouth Bend

OAK - SBN

OAKSBN

Oakland

Fri 12/26

5:53 am-9:42 pm

2 stops12h 49m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 12/30

7:05 am-4:04 pm

2 stops11h 59m

$1,429

OaklandSouth Bend

OAK - SBN

OAKSBN

Oakland

Sun 12/21

5:53 am-9:42 pm

2 stops12h 49m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 12/28

7:05 am-4:04 pm

2 stops11h 59m

$1,960

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

2:36 pm-10:39 am

3 stops41h 03m

$144

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend (average of $107). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to SBN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

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 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to South Bend from San Francisco Bay Area?

    South Bend/Michiana (SBN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend. It is only a 3.4 mi journey from South Bend/Michiana (SBN) to South Bend’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend can take about 8h 16m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $379. There are 1923 mi between San Francisco Bay Area and South Bend. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend are Delta ($133), American Airlines ($153), and United Airlines ($203).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to South Bend.

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to South Bend (average of $107). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to South Bend

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$209Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$363Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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