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$68+ Cheap flights from South Bend (SBN) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBN — WAS
Jun 10 — Jun 171
Wed 6/10
Wed 6/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from South Bend/Michiana to Washington, D.C. are usually found in March or August, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Bend to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 11, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/214:25 pm
SBN
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 39m
Breeze Airways
Fri 8/281:50 pm
IAD
-
SBN
Nonstop1h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/9$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:25 pm
SBN
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 39m
Breeze Airways
Fri 8/281:50 pm
IAD
-
SBN
Nonstop1h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/9$132
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Fri 6/124:25 pm
SBN
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 39m
Breeze Airways
Mon 6/151:50 pm
IAD
-
SBN
Nonstop1h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/6$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/154:25 pm
SBN
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 39m
Breeze Airways
Mon 5/181:50 pm
IAD
-
SBN
Nonstop1h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/7$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/154:25 pm
SBN
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 39m
Breeze Airways
Fri 5/221:50 pm
IAD
-
SBN
Nonstop1h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/7$153
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/314:25 pm
SBN
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 39m
Breeze Airways
Mon 8/31:50 pm
IAD
-
SBN
Nonstop1h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/9$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/14:25 pm
SBN
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/45:30 pm
IAD
-
SBN
1 stop25h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Fri 7/104:25 pm
SBN
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 39m
Breeze Airways
Fri 7/171:50 pm
IAD
-
SBN
Nonstop1h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/8$182
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/264:25 pm
SBN
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 39m
Breeze Airways
Mon 6/291:50 pm
IAD
-
SBN
Nonstop1h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/9$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/297:31 pm
SBN
-
BWI
1 stop16h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/49:32 pm
BWI
-
SBN
2 stops45h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/297:31 pm
SBN
-
BWI
1 stop16h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/89:28 pm
BWI
-
SBN
1 stop23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/209:08 pm
SBN
-
BWI
1 stop11h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/299:59 pm
BWI
-
SBN
1 stop22h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$236

Find flight deals from South Bend to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Bend (SBN) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 May 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$123
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$68
(Booking.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$269

Good round-trip deal

$270 or less

Good one-way deal

$93 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C. 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 May 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

South BendBaltimore

SBN - BWI

SBNBWI

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 6/16

5:02 pm-12:40 am

1 stop7h 38m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/20

4:45 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$261
Quickest round-trip

South BendWashington, D.C.

SBN - IAD

SBNIAD

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 6/18

10:09 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/23

6:50 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$269

South BendBaltimore

SBN - BWI

SBNBWI

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 6/18

6:00 am-10:47 am

1 stop4h 47m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/24

5:40 am-11:02 am

1 stop5h 22m

$286

South BendBaltimore

SBN - BWI

SBNBWI

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 6/30

8:20 am-11:47 am

1 stop3h 27m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 7/6

5:40 am-11:02 am

1 stop5h 22m

$286

South BendWashington, D.C.

SBN - IAD

SBNIAD

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 6/26

7:45 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/29

6:50 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$289

South BendBaltimore

SBN - BWI

SBNBWI

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 5/29

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/1

6:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

$290

South BendWashington, D.C.

SBN - IAD

SBNIAD

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 6/25

7:45 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/28

6:50 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$296

South BendBaltimore

SBN - BWI

SBNBWI

South Bend/Michiana

Fri 7/10

7:35 pm-4:22 pm

2 stops20h 47m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 7/17

9:28 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop19h 52m

$299

South BendBaltimore

SBN - BWI

SBNBWI

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 7/4

6:00 am-1:09 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/4

5:32 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop3h 18m

$304

South BendWashington, D.C.

SBN - DCA

SBNDCA

South Bend/Michiana

Thu 9/10

2:30 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop4h 33m

$314

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Compare providers for flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C.

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 South Bend to Washington, D.C. in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 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 South Bend-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on South Bend-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from South Bend-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on South Bend-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 South Bend-Washington, D.C. 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 South Bend to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from South Bend with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Bend to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C.. 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 South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to Washington, D.C. (average of $23). Flying from South Bend to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $117). 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 SBN to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from South Bend to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 11, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Bend to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 76% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from South Bend to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from South Bend to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 11, 2026.

The most flights from SBN to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated May 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways,Delta, andUnited Airlines from South Bend to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,451 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,698 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

    South Bend/Michiana (SBN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from South Bend to Washington, D.C.. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. from South Bend/Michiana; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the South Bend airport to Washington, D.C.. It is only a 3.4 mi journey to South Bend/Michiana (SBN) from South Bend’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from South Bend to Washington, D.C. in about 1h 41m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 57m. There are 503 mi between South Bend and Washington, D.C.. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from South Bend to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    According to our current data, Breeze Airways ($56), United Airlines ($137), and American Airlines ($213) offers the cheapest pricing from South Bend to Washington, D.C.. You may be able to fly from South Bend to Washington, D.C. for 78% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Bend to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $43 on Breeze Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $103 and Delta from $169 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular flight routes from South Bend to Washington, D.C. are South Bend/Michiana - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, South Bend/Michiana - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and South Bend/Michiana - Baltimore/Washington.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Bend to Washington, D.C. are Mesa Airlines (88%), United Airlines (86%) and Republic Airways (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

    On average you can expect to pay $261 for a flight from South Bend to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $54 while the most popular route, (South Bend/Michiana - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $166.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Bend to Washington, D.C. 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 South Bend to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to Washington, D.C. (average of $23). Flying from South Bend to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $117). 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 4 airlines flying from South Bend to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Bend to Washington, D.C.. 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 May 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$56Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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