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$166 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to South Bend

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to South Bend departing on 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flight Deals from Chicago to South Bend (CHI-SBN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to South Bend that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to South Bend

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to South Bend.
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5:55 pm - 7:56 pmORD-SBN
1h 01mnonstop
7:55 am - 8:03 amSBN-ORD
1h 08mnonstop
$179United Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Tue, May 13
9:05 pm - 11:07 pmORD-SBN
1h 02mnonstop
9:40 am - 9:48 amSBN-ORD
1h 08mnonstop
$239United Airlines
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Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 15
2:01 pm - 4:03 pmORD-SBN
1h 02mnonstop
9:30 am - 9:38 amSBN-ORD
1h 08mnonstop
$249United Airlines
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Tue, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 12
1:47 pm - 8:44 amORD-SBN
17h 57m1 stop
10:28 pm - 5:45 amSBN-ORD
32h 17m2 stops
$332
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Thu, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 20
7:50 pm - 9:52 pmORD-SBN
1h 02mnonstop
7:55 am - 8:03 amSBN-ORD
1h 08mnonstop
$354United Airlines
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Fri, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 13
7:40 pm - 9:42 pmORD-SBN
1h 02mnonstop
10:05 am - 11:15 pmSBN-ORD
14h 10m1 stop
$361United Airlines
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Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 15
2:58 pm - 8:44 amORD-SBN
16h 46m2 stops
10:28 pm - 5:45 amSBN-ORD
32h 17m2 stops
$368
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Thu, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 20
7:50 pm - 9:52 pmORD-SBN
1h 02mnonstop
6:47 pm - 6:55 pmSBN-ORD
1h 08mnonstop
$374United Airlines
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Mon, Apr 21 - Mon, Apr 28
8:50 am - 8:49 pmORD-SBN
10h 59m1 stop
9:40 am - 9:48 amSBN-ORD
1h 08mnonstop
$381United Airlines
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Fri, May 9 - Fri, May 16
5:08 pm - 8:56 pmORD-SBN
2h 48m1 stop
8:25 am - 12:41 pmSBN-ORD
5h 16m1 stop
$1,177Delta
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Tue, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 12

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to South Bend flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to South Bend to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Chicago to South Bend flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Chicago to South Bend.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Chicago to South Bend cost $189 and was between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and South Bend (SBN). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $189.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to South Bend?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to South Bend clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Chicago to South Bend, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Thursday is the most expensive. Flying from South Bend back to Chicago, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Sunday being the most expensive.
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Cheapest flight

$166
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to South Bend

When to book flights from Chicago to South Bend

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to South Bend based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to South Bend

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to South Bend?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to South Bend was $166 for a one-way ticket and $179 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and South Bend?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Chicago to South Bend. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to South Bend?

    Chicago has 2 major airports: Chicago Midway and Chicago O'Hare Intl. South Bend/Michiana is the only airport in South Bend. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to South Bend?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to South Bend flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to South Bend?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chicago and South Bend.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to South Bend?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago to South Bend on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to South Bend?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to South Bend.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to South Bend?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to South Bend from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to South Bend?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to South Bend with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to South Bend?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to South Bend from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to South Bend

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $268 or less one-way.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to South Bend?

Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago to South Bend/Michiana Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago to South Bend/Michiana

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

South Bend/Michiana to Chicago

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Top airline flying from Chicago to South Bend

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to South Bend. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to South Bend? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 8605 reviews
7.7Boarding
7.3Comfort
8.1Crew
7.0Entertainment
6.6Food
Airline reviews

My flight was scheduled for about 6:05 departure. There were 11 gate changes from 4-7pm and the flight was 3 hours delayed due to operational issues. The plane taxied around the airport for about half an hour before stopping to be de-iced. It would have been nice if we were alerted of the plan to de-ice prior to the 30 minute drive around the airport. The flight attendant was friendly, which was the only redeeming thing about this flight. As a former flight attendant for United, I was extremely disappointed.

2.0 MediocreDina, Mar 2025ORD - HSV
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My flight was scheduled for about 6:05 departure. There were 11 gate changes from 4-7pm and the flight was 3 hours delayed due to operational issues. The plane taxied around the airport for about half an hour before stopping to be de-iced. It would have been nice if we were alerted of the plan to de-ice prior to the 30 minute drive around the airport. The flight attendant was friendly, which was the only redeeming thing about this flight. As a former flight attendant for United, I was extremely disappointed.

Delays took 2hours and thirty minutes making me miss my connecting flight and make me sit in the Chicago airport for 9 hours

Had a short delay once we boarded the aircraft in Chicago, but it was fixed in no time flat then we were on our way. The pilot was able to make up the time lost and we landed 5 minute later then schedualed . Great service

Our seats were all the way in back of the plane,

The seats on this flight were almost roomy enough to be the basic amount needed for human existence. I think my favorite part of this flight was it landed at an A gate, which was the most palatial part of Sea-Tac I've ever seen - a massive improvement from the S gates.

The seats on this flight were almost roomy enough to be the basic amount needed for human existence.

The flight attendants in First Class were mediocre at best. They did not take our tray away until we were about to land and only did so when I press the call button. The United person at the United Club was asked to get us our boarding pass since we missed the flight due in Chicago. She argued that we did not have seats on the flight given to us in Moline. Furthermore, she was adamant that we did not have a First Class ticket. After I spent much time with her trying to show we were correct, she reluctantly agreed. She was probably the most incompetent ticketing person I have ever met and I have traveled 3 million miles on United plus many additional miles with other carriers. United has definitely deteriorated in more than on way.

Short flight - no food understandable. Flight was delayed for over an hour. Overall, it was good.

We arrived early and finally made it to our gate almost an hour after.

Was a pain having to leave the plane and reboard but glad the plane was fixed

Everything you need to know for your flight from Chicago to South Bend

Information on your arrival and departure airports

South Bend (SBN)

Compare transportation modes for Chicago to South Bend

Average priceAverage duration
Flights$4181h 01m
Trains$481h 29m

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