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$204+ 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 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SBN
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sun 11/9
Sun 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 10, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 12/46:00 amSFO - SBN
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Sat 12/67:05 amSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Deal found 10/8$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Wed 10/2212:00 pmSFO - SBN
2 stops21h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/2310:20 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/8$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 12/2411:20 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop8h 34mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:50 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/8$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Tue 10/2811:25 amSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Wed 11/197:05 amSBN - SFO
2 stops13h 33mDelta
Deal found 10/7$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Mon 12/112:59 amSFO - SBN
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/161:12 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop10h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/7$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Mon 10/2711:00 pmSFO - SBN
1 stop9h 28mDelta
Wed 11/197:05 amSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Deal found 10/7$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Tue 10/216:10 amSFO - SBN
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Tue 11/47:19 amSBN - SFO
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Deal found 10/9$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 10/245:15 amSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/287:30 amSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 10/2311:25 amSFO - SBN
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Tue 11/47:19 amSBN - SFO
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Deal found 10/9$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 10/1712:30 pmOAK - SBN
2 stops22h 06mDelta
Tue 10/212:16 pmSBN - OAK
2 stops24h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/9$913
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 10/1712:30 pmOAK - SBN
2 stops22h 06mDelta
Wed 10/222:16 pmSBN - OAK
2 stops24h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/9$1,077
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Mon 10/205:55 amOAK - SBN
2 stops12h 44mDelta
Tue 10/212:16 pmSBN - OAK
2 stops24h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/9$1,096

Cheap 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 October 10, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

One-way from

$214
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$428
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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 October 10, 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 12/4

6:00 am-4:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 12/6

7:05 am-11:47 am

1 stop7h 42m

$289

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

11:25 am-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 24m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 11/19

8:10 am-2:15 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$289

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

6:00 am-4:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 12/7

7:05 am-1:33 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$289

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

12:00 pm-12:34 pm

2 stops21h 34m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 10/23

10:20 pm-10:02 am

1 stop14h 42m

$295

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Wed 12/24

11:20 pm-10:54 am

1 stop8h 34m

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 1/1

7:50 pm-12:03 am

1 stop7h 13m

$333

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

12:59 am-11:50 am

1 stop7h 51m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 12/16

1:12 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$339

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

11:00 pm-11:28 am

1 stop9h 28m

South Bend/Michiana

Wed 11/19

7:05 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 12m

$344

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

11:25 am-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 24m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 11/4

7:19 am-1:30 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$354

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

5:15 am-2:46 pm

1 stop6h 31m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 10/28

7:30 am-11:56 am

1 stop7h 26m

$365

OaklandSouth Bend

OAK - SBN

OAKSBN

Oakland

Fri 3/6

1:15 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops28h 34m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 3/10

2:30 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops12h 23m

$616

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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 $110). 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 October 10, 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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 16% 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 October 10, 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
8.0
Very good
7,969 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,969 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,969 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
8,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,969 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
11,043 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,969 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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 7h 16m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $289. There are 1923 mi between San Francisco Bay Area and South Bend.

  • 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 $110). 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 October 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$209Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$366Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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