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$179+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to South Bend (SBN)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SBN
dic. 7 — dic. 141
sáb. 12/7
sáb. 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to South Bend

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to South Bend (SBN). 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 diciembre 2, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to South Bend
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
dom. 12/296:05 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 07mUnited Airlines
dom. 1/57:50 amSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$179
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/308:14 pmORD - SBN
1 stop11h 17mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/69:18 pmSBN - ORD
2 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
jue. 12/267:00 amORD - SBN
1 stop13h 06mDelta
dom. 12/298:21 amSBN - ORD
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/1$612
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
dom. 12/296:31 pmMDW - SBN
2 stops23h 13mMultiple Airlines
dom. 1/511:40 amSBN - MDW
3 stops31h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$1,343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/209:30 amMDW - SBN
1 stop10h 36mDelta
dom. 12/227:10 amSBN - MDW
1 stop11h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/2$1,389

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ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 12/29

6:05 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

South Bend/Michiana

dom. 1/5

7:50 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$179

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 12/29

8:14 pm-9:01 pm

3 stops23h 47m

South Bend/Michiana

dom. 1/5

2:07 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops22h 58m

$563

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/26

7:00 am-9:06 pm

1 stop13h 06m

South Bend/Michiana

dom. 12/29

8:21 am-4:40 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$612

ChicagoSouth Bend

MDW - SBN

MDWSBN

Chicago Midway

dom. 12/29

6:31 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops23h 13m

South Bend/Michiana

dom. 1/5

11:40 am-5:47 pm

3 stops31h 07m

$1,343

ChicagoSouth Bend

MDW - SBN

MDWSBN

Chicago Midway

vie. 12/20

9:30 am-9:06 pm

1 stop10h 36m

South Bend/Michiana

dom. 12/22

7:10 am-5:44 pm

1 stop11h 34m

$1,389

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 1/1

3:45 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$204

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 12/7

9:10 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop15h 32m

$231

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 1/1

12:30 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$262

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 4/21

7:40 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops49h 44m

$1,797

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Deals found on 12/1

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

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to South Bend

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to South Bend including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Bend (average of $329). Flying from Chicago 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 CHI to SBN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 diciembre 2, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to South Bend at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 45% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to South Bend

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to South Bend. 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 diciembre 2, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to SBN are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 diciembre 2, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,816 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Located just 3.4 mi from the city center, South Bend/Michiana is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Bend from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to South Bend/Michiana (SBN) should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 1 airline.

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

    $204 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $262 and $1,797, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to South Bend?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to South Bend are American Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (100%) and United Airlines (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to South Bend?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to South Bend? While on average our users pay $314, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $218. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - South Bend/Michiana), is priced around $179.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to South Bend?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Bend (average of $329). Flying from Chicago 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 airline flying from Chicago to South Bend

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United AirlinesCheapest$174Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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