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Cheapest round-trip
$199
Typical prices: $309-$497
Delta
Mon 10/15Thu 10/18
DTW - SBN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$121
Typical prices: $318-$418
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/19
DTW - SBN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 06m
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to South Bend (DTW-SBN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to South Bend

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Delta Logo
1:30 pm - 2:32 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 02mnonstop
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8:25 am - 9:30 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 05mnonstop
$199Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
Delta Logo
7:45 pm - 8:52 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 07mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:23 am - 9:30 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 07mnonstop
$199Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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8:57 pm - 8:46 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBN South Bend/Michiana
11h 49m1 stop Orlando
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6:04 pm - 11:27 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 23m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$215Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27
Delta Logo
8:34 am - 9:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 16mnonstop
Delta Logo
3:13 pm - 4:17 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 04mnonstop
$229Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:23 pm - 7:57 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBN South Bend/Michiana
27h 34m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:04 pm - 12:05 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 01m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$238Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 10:46 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBN South Bend/Michiana
3h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 11:59 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$249United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:57 pm - 8:46 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBN South Bend/Michiana
11h 49m1 stop Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:47 pm - 12:36 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 49m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tampa
$254Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
United Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 4:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBN South Bend/Michiana
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:28 am - 1:09 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$289United Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
United Airlines Logo
7:31 pm - 11:33 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBN South Bend/Michiana
4h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 11:59 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 2
Delta Logo
1:30 pm - 2:32 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 02mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:25 am - 9:30 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 05mnonstop
$337Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend start at $199. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $309 to $497. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $199 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend, it is 31% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 42% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$121
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 43% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 48% increase in price.
Flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend

When to book flights from Detroit to South Bend

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend flights:

    • Delta: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

    Only Delta operates flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and South Bend.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $339 round-trip and layover options via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) at $342.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$45 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $248 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $509, a difference of $261. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:15 am and lands at 9:21 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:56 pm and lands at 9:02 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 06m.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend takes 1h 06m, covering 156 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 $199 to $1,637. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $136, which is 62% 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 starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · National

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend range from $309 to $497, with an average of $357 over the past 12 months. Anything below $309 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $248 - about $261 less than Thursday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend trip for January. Fares historically average $248 round-trip in that month - typically $565 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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
    - Sleep Inn South Bend Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to South Bend?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to South Bend/Michiana Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to South Bend/Michiana

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

South Bend/Michiana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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