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$95+ Cheap flights from Illinois to South Bend (SBN)

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ORD — SBN
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to South Bend

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to South Bend
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to South Bend. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/54:10 pmORD - SBN
Nonstop1h 02mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/127:55 amSBN - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$180
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/132:22 pmPIA - SBN
1 stop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/166:00 amSBN - PIA
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$280
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/512:14 pmORD - SBN
3 stops45h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1210:55 amSBN - ORD
3 stops47h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 2/2210:18 amEVV - SBN
1 stop11h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/245:15 pmSBN - EVV
1 stop17h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$981
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 4/55:00 pmORD - SBN
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Sat 4/128:25 amSBN - ORD
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,147
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/611:51 amEVV - SBN
2 stops8h 13mDelta
Mon 3/108:28 amSBN - EVV
2 stops9h 21mDelta
Deal found 2/18$1,326

Find flights from Illinois to South Bend within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 February 20, 2025.

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ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

4:10 pm-6:12 pm

Nonstop1h 02m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 4/12

7:55 am-8:03 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$180

PeoriaSouth Bend

PIA - SBN

PIASBN

Greater Peoria

Thu 3/13

2:22 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop4h 34m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 3/16

6:00 am-10:24 am

1 stop5h 24m

$280

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

12:14 pm-10:25 am

3 stops45h 11m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 4/12

10:55 am-9:24 am

3 stops47h 29m

$390

EvansvilleSouth Bend

EVV - SBN

EVVSBN

Evansville Dress Regional

Thu 3/6

4:25 pm-4:46 pm

1 stop47h 21m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 3/10

11:44 am-10:20 am

1 stop23h 36m

$1,014

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

5:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop3h 45m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 4/12

8:25 am-12:41 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$1,147

EvansvilleSouth Bend

EVV - SBN

EVVSBN

Evansville Dress Regional

Thu 3/6

11:51 am-9:04 pm

2 stops8h 13m

South Bend/Michiana

Mon 3/10

8:28 am-4:49 pm

2 stops9h 21m

$1,326

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-8:45 am

2 stops25h 45m

$95

ChicagoSouth Bend

ORD - SBN

ORDSBN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

3:55 pm-5:57 pm

Nonstop1h 02m

$204

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Deals found on 2/20

Best time to book a flight from Illinois to South Bend

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to South Bend

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to South Bend as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to South Bend

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to SBN are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Illinois to South Bend, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

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 Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Located just 3.4 mi from the city center, South Bend/Michiana (SBN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Bend from Illinois.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Illinois to South Bend consider Evansville Dress Regional - South Bend/Michiana, Chicago O'Hare Intl - South Bend/Michiana or Chicago Midway - South Bend/Michiana as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to South Bend on time: Air New Zealand (72%), Emirates (68%), SkyWest Airlines (53%).

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

    While on average a flight from Illinois to South Bend is generally $343, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $218. When looking at the most popular route, (Evansville Dress Regional - South Bend/Michiana), you can expect to pay $762 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$174Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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