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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $329-$444
United Airlines
Sat 12/8Sat 12/15
ORD - SBN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$155
Typical prices: $238-$433
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/10
ORD - SBN • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 12m
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to South Bend (ORD-SBN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to South Bend

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 4:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 14mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:04 pm - 5:27 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 23mnonstop
$319American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 5:41 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 06mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 5:59 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 29mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 10:56 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 16mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
1:29 pm - 1:59 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 30mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 11:37 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 12mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:08 am - 9:30 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 9:49 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 04mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:18 am - 9:43 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$349United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 8:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 15mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:38 am - 12:00 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22mnonstop
$349United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24
United Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 9:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 05mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:38 am - 8:00 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22mnonstop
$349United Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 9:49 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 04mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:38 am - 8:00 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22mnonstop
$349United Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 9:49 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 04mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:38 am - 8:00 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22mnonstop
$364United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24
United Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 9:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 05mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:38 am - 8:00 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22mnonstop
$364United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend typically range from $329 to $444. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319, on United Airlines.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$155
Beat the crowds with an average 83% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to South Bend

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:55 am and lands at 8:07 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:35 pm and lands at 10:47 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 12m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend takes 1h 12m, covering 84 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend range from $329 to $444, with an average of $389 over the past 12 months. Anything below $329 counts as a good deal.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend flights, with 36% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 28%, evening flights for 27%, and night flights for 9%.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $319 to $1,893. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $212, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at South Bend/Michiana Airport (SBN)?

    South Bend/Michiana Airport (SBN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $179 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $444, a difference of $265.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and South Bend. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and South Bend?

    South Bend is 1 hour ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $179, about $265 less than Saturday fares (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to South Bend trip for February. Fares historically average $179 round-trip in that month - typically $464 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to South Bend/Michiana Airport.

    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham South Bend
    • Quality Inn and Suites South Bend Airport
    • Candlewood Suites South Bend Airport By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to South Bend?

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

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to South Bend/Michiana

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

South Bend/Michiana to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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