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$79+ Cheap flights from California to South Bend (SBN)

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LAX — SBN
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

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August

Average price

$644
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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 April 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 5/2412:21 amSFO - SBN
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/3112:39 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop9h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 7/273:19 pmLAS - SBN
Nonstop3h 37mAllegiant Air
Thu 7/3110:46 pmSBN - LAS
Nonstop3h 52mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/16$205
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 8/2710:19 amBUR - SBN
2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/317:39 amSBN - BUR
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$228
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 5/85:45 amOAK - SBN
1 stop12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1110:28 pmSBN - OAK
1 stop26h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/298:58 amSFO - SBN
2 stops10h 32mDelta
Sat 5/317:30 amSBN - SFO
1 stop8h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/17$262
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/810:41 amSMF - SBN
1 stop7h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1110:28 pmSBN - SMF
1 stop14h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/1310:55 pmRNO - SBN
1 stop9h 56mDelta
Sat 5/177:00 amSBN - RNO
2 stops12h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/17$282
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/169:59 amLAX - SBN
2 stops25h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1810:26 pmSBN - LAX
1 stop14h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 7/3012:10 pmLAS - SBN
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Mon 8/42:16 pmSBN - LAS
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/16$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 9/1711:58 amSAN - SBN
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/2311:58 amSBN - SAN
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/910:40 pmONT - SBN
1 stop9h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/137:15 amSBN - ONT
1 stop9h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 5/68:50 amSAN - SBN
2 stops9h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/131:07 pmSBN - SAN
1 stop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$294

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to South Bend that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

South Bend

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

12:21 am-11:33 am

1 stop8h 12m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 5/31

12:39 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$199

BurbankSouth Bend

BUR - SBN

BURSBN

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 8/27

10:19 am-12:26 am

2 stops11h 07m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 8/31

7:39 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 46m

$228

OaklandSouth Bend

OAK - SBN

OAKSBN

Oakland

Thu 5/8

5:45 am-9:38 pm

1 stop12h 53m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 5/11

10:28 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop26h 57m

$255

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

8:58 am-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 32m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 5/31

7:30 am-1:29 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$262

SacramentoSouth Bend

SMF - SBN

SMFSBN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/8

10:41 am-9:38 pm

1 stop7h 57m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 5/11

10:28 pm-9:46 am

1 stop14h 18m

$266

RenoSouth Bend

RNO - SBN

RNOSBN

Reno

Tue 5/13

10:55 pm-11:51 am

1 stop9h 56m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 5/17

7:00 am-4:32 pm

2 stops12h 32m

$282

Los AngelesSouth Bend

LAX - SBN

LAXSBN

Los Angeles

Fri 5/16

9:59 am-2:52 pm

2 stops25h 53m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 5/18

10:26 pm-9:35 am

1 stop14h 09m

$288

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Wed 9/17

11:58 am-10:16 pm

1 stop7h 18m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 9/23

11:58 am-6:06 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$289

OntarioSouth Bend

ONT - SBN

ONTSBN

Ontario

Fri 5/9

10:40 pm-11:33 am

1 stop9h 53m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 5/13

7:15 am-1:52 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$289

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Tue 5/6

8:50 am-9:42 pm

2 stops9h 52m

South Bend/Michiana

Tue 5/13

1:07 pm-4:34 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$294

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Best time to book a flight from California to South Bend

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to South Bend

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 $329). 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 April 17, 2025.

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 April 17, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to South Bend, see what other customers have to say about Breeze Airways, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $79. Users have also found prices from $115 and $134 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - South Bend/Michiana, Los Angeles - South Bend/Michiana or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - South Bend/Michiana when deciding on the best route from California to South Bend.

  • 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.

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  • 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.

  • 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 $329). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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