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$132+ Cheap flights from California 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 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBN
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to South Bend
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 12/146:15 amSFO - SBN
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1111:30 amSBN - SFO
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 12/129:00 amSFO - SBN
1 stop10h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/144:38 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 12/1112:25 amSFO - SBN
2 stops13h 16mDelta
Sat 12/146:20 amSBN - SFO
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Deal found 11/3$283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/48:10 amSMF - SBN
1 stop8h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/107:50 amSBN - SMF
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 12/412:10 pmSMF - SBN
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Tue 12/1012:33 pmSBN - SMF
2 stops13h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/3$293
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 12/1410:30 amFAT - SBN
2 stops9h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/119:20 amSBN - FAT
2 stops13h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 12/310:43 amONT - SBN
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/107:25 amSBN - ONT
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/96:00 amSMF - SBN
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/164:38 pmSBN - SMF
1 stop9h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 11/146:00 amFAT - SBN
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/184:44 pmSBN - FAT
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/1511:45 amSAN - SBN
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Mon 11/185:30 pmSBN - SAN
1 stop10h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/4$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Fri 12/2011:59 pmRNO - SBN
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/44:35 pmSBN - RNO
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$403
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 12/146:00 pmLAX - SBN
2 stops16h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/309:18 pmSBN - LAX
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$422

Find flights from California to South Bend within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Tue 12/10

12:22 am-11:05 am

1 stop7h 43m

$134

Santa AnaSouth Bend

SNA - SBN

SNASBN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/8

9:06 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$153

Los AngelesSouth Bend

LAX - SBN

LAXSBN

Los Angeles

Wed 12/4

7:01 am-10:29 pm

2 stops12h 28m

$153

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Sat 12/14

6:15 am-4:16 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$179

BurbankSouth Bend

BUR - SBN

BURSBN

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 12/14

10:40 am-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$162

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Sat 1/11

7:26 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 39m

$169

Santa AnaSouth Bend

SNA - SBN

SNASBN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/8

11:32 am-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$174

BurbankSouth Bend

BUR - SBN

BURSBN

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 12/14

7:55 pm-11:00 am

2 stops12h 05m

$170

OntarioSouth Bend

ONT - SBN

ONTSBN

Ontario

Sat 12/14

5:05 am-8:00 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$188

Santa AnaSouth Bend

SNA - SBN

SNASBN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/8

10:08 am-10:29 pm

2 stops9h 21m

$179

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Best time to book a flight from California to South Bend

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Travel insights for flights from California to South Bend

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Bend (average of $325). Flying from California to South Bend in July is currently the most expensive (average of $497). 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 CA to SBN?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 November 4, 2024.

When flying from California to South Bend, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in South Bend by month

Plan your trip to South Bend by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in South Bend by month

Plan your trip to South Bend by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 November 4, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to South Bend, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,883 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to South Bend. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to South Bend from California?

    For a flight from California to South Bend, you will be flying into South Bend/Michiana. South Bend/Michiana (SBN) is just 3.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find flights from California to South Bend for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from California to South Bend for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $268, but on average you can expect to pay $382.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from California to South Bend for under $400?

    There are currently 7+ open flights from California to South Bend within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to South Bend one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $134. Users have also found prices from $153 and $179 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to South Bend?

    Most travelers choose San Diego - South Bend/Michiana, Los Angeles - South Bend/Michiana or Reno - South Bend/Michiana when deciding on the best route from California to South Bend.

  • What does LAX to SBN mean?

    Great question - LAX to SBN just means Los Angeles Airport to South Bend/Michiana Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF).

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to South Bend that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your California to South Bend flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from California to South Bend with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter California to South Bend flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to South Bend that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to South Bend?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to South Bend?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to South Bend that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from California to South Bend offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from California to South Bend?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on California to South Bend flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the California to South Bend flight deals updated?

    The California to South Bend flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to South Bend?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Bend (average of $325). Flying from California to South Bend in July is currently the most expensive (average of $497). 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 California to South Bend

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$252Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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